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Moving to Dartmouth, RI
$729,900Median listing price
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About Dartmouth
Dartmouth is a large coastal town stretching from the New Bedford line to Buzzards Bay, mixing the yacht-filled harbor village of Padanaram, ocean beaches, working farmland, and the UMass Dartmouth campus. It offers some of the South Coast's waterfront real estate alongside a strong agricultural-preservation tradition.
Home prices in Dartmouth
The median listing price in Dartmouth is $729,900.
Top places in Dartmouth
- Padanaram Village — historic harbor village with marinas, shops, and restaurants on Apponagansett Bay.
- Demarest Lloyd State Park — barrier-beach park on Buzzards Bay with swimming and picnicking.
- Dartmouth Natural Resources Trust reserves — miles of protected trails through farmland and coastal forest.
- UMass Dartmouth — the hilltop campus with public art and events.
Commuting from Dartmouth
- Approximate drive to downtown Providence: 35–45 minutes via I-195 (approximate; varies with traffic).
Schools in Dartmouth
Public schools: Dartmouth 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.
Dartmouth FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Dartmouth, RI?
The median listing price in Dartmouth is $729,900. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Dartmouth, RI?
Approximate drive to downtown Providence: 35–45 minutes via I-195 (approximate; varies with traffic). - Which school district serves Dartmouth, RI?
Dartmouth is served by Dartmouth 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.