Providence metro, RI relocation guide
Moving to Barrington, RI
About Barrington
Barrington is a waterfront suburb on Narragansett Bay, just east of Providence, prized for its quiet residential neighborhoods and shoreline access at Barrington Beach. Housing is dominated by single-family homes, including historic houses near the village center and newer subdivisions, and the town consistently ranks among Rhode Island's most expensive and most educated communities.
Home prices in Barrington
The median listing price in Barrington is $919,500.
Top places in Barrington
- Barrington Beach — the town's guarded saltwater beach on Narragansett Bay.
- Haines Memorial State Park — waterfront parkland on the town's western edge with picnic areas and bay views.
- Osamequin Nature Trails and Bird Sanctuary — Audubon Society of Rhode Island sanctuary with woodland trails.
- Nayatt Point — scenic peninsula neighborhood on the bay.
- Barrington Public Library and Community Center — town library and civic hub (shown in the Commons photo below).
Commuting from Barrington
- Approximate drive to downtown Providence: 20–30 minutes via RI-114 and I-195 (approximate; varies with traffic).
- Nearby East Providence and Seekonk provide additional I-195 access for commuters heading into the city.
Schools in Barrington
Public schools: Barrington Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Barrington FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Barrington, RI?
The median listing price in Barrington is $919,500. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Barrington, RI?
Approximate drive to downtown Providence: 20–30 minutes via RI-114 and I-195 (approximate; varies with traffic). - Which school district serves Barrington, RI?
Barrington is served by Barrington Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.