Why Live in Ashley-Bradford
Ashley-Bradford in Ashaway features a diverse range of housing styles, from smaller duplexes historically occupied by mill workers to two and three-bedroom ranch-style homes, Cape Cods, and ornate Queen Anne mansions. The neighborhood also boasts original Colonial and Colonial Revival-style houses, adding to its unique character. Residents enjoy access to several parks and recreational areas, including the Ashaway Free Library, which serves as a community hub with weekly story times and themed lectures. Crandall Field offers a wooden playset and sports facilities, while Grills Preserve provides over 6 miles of trails for hiking, hunting, and fishing along the Pawcatuck River. For shopping and dining, Westerly is the nearest larger town, less than 10 miles away, featuring local markets like Ritacco's Market and Reale's Grocery. The Atlantic Ocean, with its accessible beaches such as East Beach and Misquamicut State Beach, is also nearby. Ashley-Bradford is conveniently bordered by Interstate 95, offering easy access to major cities like Mystic, New London, and Norwich, Connecticut, all within a 20 to 30-mile drive. The Chariho Regional School District serves the area, with highly rated schools including Ashaway Elementary School and Chariho Regional Middle School. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ashley-Bradford a good place to live?
Ashley-Bradford is a good place to live. Ashley-Bradford is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Ashley-Bradford is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Ashley-Bradford has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.3 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $102,307 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 25.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Ashley-Bradford are home owners, with 17.2% of residents renting and 82.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Ashley-Bradford can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Ashley-Bradford neighborhood guide.
Is Ashley-Bradford, RI a safe neighborhood?
Ashley-Bradford, RI is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Ashley-Bradford?
The median home price in Ashley-Bradford is $454,175. If you put a 20% down payment of $90,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,250 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $96K a year to afford the median home price in Ashley-Bradford. The average household income in Ashley-Bradford is $102K.
What are the best public schools in Ashley-Bradford?
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Home Trends in Ashley-Bradford, RI
On average, homes in Ashley-Bradford, Ashaway sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Ashley-Bradford, Ashaway over the last 12 months is $437,500, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$437,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$449,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$622,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$334,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$302
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
48
Median List Price
$454,175
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%