On the city's northern border and across the Seekonk River from the East Side, Rumford is an East Providence suburb mixing historic and midcentury housing, chain and local businesses, and proximity to community life in both East Providence and Providence. “Rumford has become a secondary option to the East Side of Providence due to the shortage of inventory there,” says Heither Feid, a real estate advisor with William Raveis who grew up in East Providence. “When you’re a townie, you’re always a townie. People take it pretty seriously.” Positioning residents within minutes of commercial centers along Newport Avenue, public and private outdoor recreation, and highways toward Providence and the East Side, Rumford combines local community pride with commuter access to urban hubs.
Ranch homes can be well kept and a great location in the Rumford neighborhood.
An aerial view of residential houses in Rumford, Rhode Island.
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Subdivisions of historic and midcentury homes
Quaint Cape Cods and minimal traditional homes built in the early 1900s mingle with midcentury ranch-style homes and larger single-family homes built in the 50s through 70s on grassy blocks and winding, connected subdivisions. Two-story colonial revivals sell for $450,000 to $650,000, while smaller, single-story options sell for $300,000 to $450,000 depending on interior upgrades. Spotty, narrow sidewalks line some streets, but mature, shady trees and neatly landscaped front lawns are a far more common sight.
Explore the transformation of a remodeled Cape Cod house, blending tradition and modernity.
Discover the charm of a red colonial home in Rumford, a classic beauty.
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Shopping and dining down Newport Avenue
Banks, fast food chains, and local restaurants and businesses collect in individual storefronts and shopping plazas along the four lanes of Newport Avenue. Uncle Tony’s Pizza & Pasta has been serving classic Italian fare and specialty plumpy spinach pies in East Providence since 1974, becoming well-loved for blending casual diner ambiance and vintage decor and light fixtures. Up the road around Narragansett Park Plaza, shoppers can pick up essentials at a couple of dollar stores, CVS and Aldi, or do some shopping at Burlington. For self-care, locals can make an appointment at the nail salon or get a membership at Planet Fitness. South on Pawtucket Avenue, several churches provide religious services.
Themed nights at United Skates of America
Arcade games, themed music nights and the flashing of colorful lights on the polished wooden rink draw skaters of all ages to United Skates of America. Throughout the month, family-friendly themes like all-you-can-eat pizza skates alternate with late-night adult skates where DJs play music ranging from nostalgic 80s and 90s jams to country classics.
Roller skating enthusiasts flock to United Skates of America in Rumford, RI, for a fun time.
A fun evening of skating can be yours at United Skates of America in Rumford.
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East Providence School District and private options
Kids can attend Myron J. Francis Elementary School which earns a B-plus from Niche, followed by Martin Middle School and East Providence High School which both earn a B-minus. The new East Providence High building was opened in 2021, sporting brighter, modern learning spaces and facilities to support Career and Technical Education. “Home values have significantly increased because of the newer, technologically advanced high school,” Feid says. Those wanting private school options closer to home for kindergarten through eighth grade can look into The Wolf School or St. Margaret School.
Recreation near Central Pond and Wannamoisett Country Club
Players and parents of the Rumford Little League become well-acquainted with the baseball diamonds and concession stands at the Kimberly Ann Rock Athletic Fields. Nearby, bikers, joggers and dog walkers set off on a paved, forested path all the way to Pawtucket along Central Pond and the namesake waterway of the Ten Mile River Greenway. Membership at the Wannamoisett Country Club provides access to a private swimming pool, tennis courts and the golf course which hosts the annual Northeast Amateur Invitational.
A large pond, Central Pond in Rumford is part of the Ten Mile Greenway and is on state line.
Wannamoisett Country Club in Rumford is a renowned establishment with world-class design.
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Commuting to downtown Providence, RIPTA stops
Heading further south in East Providence, commuters can cross the Henderson Bridge for a 5-mile drive into downtown Providence. Public transit users can board RIPTA buses at a handful of stops along Pawtucket and Newport avenues. For those heading to the east side of Providence, Brown University and the Rhode Island School of Design are about 4 miles away.
The bus to Providence is a convenient and comfortable way to commute from Rumford.
The Turner Reservoir in Rumford, Rhode Island has a 2.5 mile hiking trail.
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Parks in this Area
Hank Soar Athletic Complex
Lyle Bourne Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Ten Mile River Greenway
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Central Pond
Trails
Kayak/Canoe
Hiking
Prospect Baseball Fields
Kimberly Anne Rock Athletic Fields
Transit
Airport
Rhode Island Tf Green International
22 min drive
Bus
Roger Williams Before N Broadway
Bus
Pawtucket & Newman (Opposite Kenton)
Bus
Pawtucket Before St Michaels
Bus
Newport & Ferris (Opposite Vista)
Bus
Pawtucket Opposite Clifford
Bus
Newport & Ferris (Before Roger Williams)
Bus
Pawtucket Before Miller
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Rumford
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rumford, East Providence sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Rumford, East Providence over the last 12 months is $511,632, up 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,559
Median Age
49
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$83,472
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$114,206
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.3%
College Graduates
40%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
45/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
59/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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