About Barrington

Situated in Bristol County, 10 miles southeast of Providence, Rhode Island, Barrington is home to almost 17,000 residents in a charming suburban neighborhood along the Barrington River and jutting out on a peninsula into the Atlantic Ocean. Originally granted by the King of England to passengers on the Mayflower, the Barrington area still holds a large amount of the heritage and culture of the pilgrims of centuries ago. In 2005, Money Magazine ranked Barrington as the sixth best place to live in the nation, a tribute to its exceptional community standards and pristine neighborhoods. Residents of an apartment or home rental in Barrington find the inherent beauty of the surrounding area as well as the easy 15-minute commute into Providence provide the perfect blend of work and play. Additionally, Barrington’s residents are also close to the I-195 that links to Boston, Massachusetts where many more work.

Residents of a Barrington house or apartment for rent have access to a variety of local landmarks and attractions, including Alfred Drowne Road Historic District, Barrington Civic Center, Belton Court, Nayatt Point Lighthouse, and O'Bannon Mill. The Barrington School District operates 4 elementary schools, a middle school, and high school in the city’s immediate vicinity. In the summer, Barrington Town Beach is crowded from sunrise to sunset and eager residents claim their spot on the tiny beach and plunge into the cold waters to cool off. A variety of boat launching sites and marinas dot Barrington’s coast and offer various opportunities to participate in water sports.

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