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Posted: August 14, 2026
The Soby-Roberts Team at Mott & Chace Sotheby’s sells 81 South Pier Rd. for $2.7 million
Narragansett, RI Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty negotiated the sale of 81 South Pier Rd. for $2.7 million. The sellers were represented by The Soby-Roberts Team, sales associates with Mott & Chace Sotheby’s International Realty. Nicholas Hayes of Remax Revolution represented the buyer.
According to data from the MLS, this is the highest sale in the Pier neighborhood of town for 2026.
This five-bedroom residence blends seaside elegance with modern luxury across 3,200 s/f of living space. Designer finishes, a spa-inspired primary suite, private elevator, ocean-view decks, and an appointed outdoor retreat define the location. There is a permitted guest residence, parking, and a coastal location near the sea wall, Pier Town Beach, and The Coast Guard House.
“We’re proud to continue representing some of Narragansett’s most exceptional coastal properties,” said The Soby-Roberts Team. “As a husband-and-wife team specializing in luxury coastal real estate, it’s incredibly rewarding to help showcase homes that truly capture the lifestyle and beauty that makes Narragansett so special.”
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