Samuel Alba
RE/MAX Innovations
(401) 406-4077
633 Total Sales
3 in Upper South Providence
$235K - $640K Price Range
Upper South Providence
Neighborhood in Providence, Rhode Island
Providence County 02903, 02905, 02907
Within a stone’s throw of one of the best hospitality schools in the world is Upper South Providence, a residential area of early 1900s homes. Renters, college kids and owner-occupants live in this Providence neighborhood, which benefits from its location near major highways and the Providence River. “It’s mostly single-family homes and since it’s closer to Johnson & Wales University, it has a younger crowd,” says Rhode Island Realtor Albert Hajdaraj. “It’s the college scene.” Single- and multifamily homes sit right next to each other on tiny lots of land behind cracked sidewalks. Chain-link and wooden fences protect properties here, and many front lawns have flowers or overgrown bushes. Colonials from the 1980s can cost $430,000, townhouses can go for $240,000, multifamily homes can cost $450,000 and lofts in a converted 1900s mill building can go for $635,000. Nearby Johnson & Wales University has about 4,500 students at its Providence campus. JWU is known for its hospitality program, named one of the best in the world by CEOWORLD Magazine.
Some of the world’s finest costume jewelry came from the Upper South Providence area. The neighborhood abuts the Jewelry District, a nationally registered historic area where companies pioneered the design and manufacturing of costume jewelry in the U.S. Manufacturing buildings for costume jewelry makers like Coro and Little Nemo still stand today. The Jewelry District hugs the Providence River, which turns into Narragansett Bay as it goes south. Neighbors launch boats into the river from trailers at Collier Point Park, also a popular spot for paddling. Non-boaters can visit the small waterside park and enjoy a picnic lunch as boats float nearby. Daredevils will love Rock Spot Climbing, an indoor rock-climbing gym with plenty of space for bouldering.
An advantage of Upper South Providence is its central location. It’s next to Interstates 95 and 195, plus U.S. Route 1, making it a convenient spot for commuters. It has several major medical centers, including Rhode Island Hospital, Women & Infants Hospital and Hasbro Children’s Hospital. Locals can cross Broad Street and be in Federal Hill, a Providence neighborhood known for its abundance of Italian restaurants. Neighbors love Julian’s, an eclectic eatery with a hefty beer list and superhero figurines. They get their bikes fixed at Dash Bicycle and stop next door at the Nitro Bar for a coffee afterward. “You can walk to Nick’s on Broadway, which is a breakfast spot that’s really good,” says Hajdaraj. Ogie’s Trailer Park, welcoming visitors with its pop art sign, serves burgers and craft cocktails in a kitschy setting.
For some snacks or a bag of chips, neighbors stop by Deli Pine Food Market, a local convenience store. Fresh fruits and vegetables, plus prepared foods like sushi and vegetable lasagna, can be purchased at Urban Greens Co-op Market, located 1 mile away. Trader Joe’s is also 1 mile away across the Providence River via the Point Street Bridge. For places that are not walkable, public transportation is available via bus through the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority. The Providence public school system has about 22,000 students and a student-teacher ratio of 14 to 1. Most seats at Providence elementary schools hold spots for kids living in nearby neighborhoods, but families living in other parts of town can try for a different school if they want. Close to Upper South Providence are Robert L. Bailey IV Elementary School, West Broadway Middle School and Central High School, all rated C-minus by Niche. Central High School has a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1.
With its rich history and proximity to highways and Federal Hill, Upper South Providence offers a lot.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Samuel Alba
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Dawn Tramontano
Dawn Tramontano
Responds QuicklyCentury 21 The Seyboth Team
(401) 593-5673
23 Total Sales
1 in Upper South Providence
$425,000 Price
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Debi Tofani
Debi Tofani
BHHS Pinnacle Realty
(401) 372-8236
42 Total Sales
1 in Upper South Providence
$145,000 Price
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Massimo Taurisano
Massimo Taurisano
Domus Ave Realty
(781) 518-5765
10 Total Sales
1 in Upper South Providence
$600,000 Price
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Aliesha Noonan
Aliesha Noonan
Responds QuicklyNoonan/Lombardi, REALTORS® LLC
(401) 320-4835
201 Total Sales
1 in Upper South Providence
$490,000 Price
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David Hasslinger
David Hasslinger
Responds QuicklyResidential Properties Ltd.
(401) 208-0560
167 Total Sales
7 in Upper South Providence
$193K - $390K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 1st
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Collier Park
Peace and Plenty Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Jennifer Rivera Memorial Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
David Lopes Skatepark
- Basketball
- Skateboard
Mattie Smith Tot Lot
- Playground
Pearl Street Park
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Upper South Providence | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Upper South Providence, Providence sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Upper South Providence, Providence over the last 12 months is $455,019, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$411,000
Median Single Family Price
$388,000
Median Townhouse Price
$434,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$654,950
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$480,176
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$302
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Months of Supply
3.30
Median List Price
$429,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
10%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
467
Median Year Built
1920
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,812
Below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,125
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,509
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,141
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,500 - $3,800 per month
- Chestnut Commons
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 557+ Sq Ft
- 180 Friendship St
- Providence, RI
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,733
Median Age
34
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$29,756
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,070
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
71.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
18.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.1%
% Population in Labor Force
56.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
54
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
76
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
64
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Downtown Providence
Epicenter of art, culture and entertainment in the Creative Capital
Federal Hill
Diverse neighborhood in Providence with Italian heritage
Lower South Providence
City blocks, community spaces and I-95 access 2 miles from downtown Providence
College Hill
Historic central Providence neighborhood, home to two private universities
Elmwood
Historic enclave with multi-family units and right next to Roger Williams Park
Fox Point
Hip waterfront community full of historic architecture and trendy eateries
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