The Narrows House for Sale

The Narrows neighborhood in Bristol, Rhode Island, features homes primarily from the 1980s and 1990s, with architectural styles including raised ranches, ranches, Colonials, Cape Cods, and split-levels. The area is characterized by larger lot sizes and the absence of a homeowners association, appealing to many homebuyers. Sowams Park, with its playground and basketball court, and Leahy’s Pond are local recreational spots. Residents also have access to several public waterfront areas along Mt. Hope Bay for fishing and boating. For beach outings, Bristol Town Beach on Narragansett Bay is less than 3 miles away, near Colt State Park, which offers extensive hiking and biking trails. The Bell Tower shopping center in the northwest corner of the neighborhood includes dining options like Green Eggs Breakfast and Nello’s Pizza, as well as other businesses. Grocery shopping is convenient with a Stop & Shop less than half a mile away. Bristol’s historic downtown, less than 4 miles west, offers a variety of local restaurants, museums, and boutiques, and hosts the oldest continuous Independence Day celebration in the U.S. Commuting is facilitated by Rhode Island State Route 114, connecting to Warren, Providence, and Newport. Public transportation is available via RIPTA bus service. The Bristol-Warren Regional School District allows open enrollment, with highly rated Rockwell Elementary and Guiteras Elementary within 2 miles west of The Narrows.