$408,444Average Value$208Average Price per Sq Ft2Homes For Sale
The Japanese Garden at Roger Williams Park
Glimpses of nature in a diverse Providence neighborhood
Situated along the Providence River in southeast Providence, Washington Park residents are steps away from the city’s largest park, local restaurants and views of the bay. Many turn to Washington Park because homes are more affordable than nearby neighborhoods, but they still maintain proximity to Downtown Providence. Nearby Roger Williams Park offers a space to unwind in nature, while the neighborhood’s walkable residential streets and access to public transportation incorporate residents into the vibrant city of Providence.
Home on California Avenue in Washington Park
Washington Park hosts 1930s homes in a range of styles
Washington Park has a grid of residential city streets lined with mid-20th-century homes on small lots. “It’s super diverse. A lot of young people look here who can’t afford the Armory District,” says Jane Driver, an associate broker with Residential Properties Limited who has served Providence for 24 years. There is a range of architectural variety for homebuyers to choose from — single-family bungalows and Colonial Revivals are priced between $275,000 and $400,000, and multi-family properties on the market for $500,000. A renovated Queen Anne home costs about $550,000.
Exterior of Casa Azul Taquería
Go out for burritos and margaritas from Casa Azul Taquería
“Providence maintains an independent, entrepreneurial spirit, so residents prefer to support local restaurants in the area,” says Jim DeRentis, a Realtor with Residential Properties Limited and a fourth-generation Providence native. Casa Azul Taquería serves Mexican favorites like birria tacos and margaritas, while Brass Monkey is an elevated sports bar and grill serving wings and nachos. A couple of small family-owned grocery stores, like Nuñez Fruit Market, serve the neighborhood, and residents can travel 2 miles south to shop at larger supermarkets like Shaw’s. There aren’t retail stores in Washington Park, but the neighborhood is 3 miles from Downtown Providence, which hosts a variety of shopping opportunities.
Roger Williams Park Zoo Main Entrance
Thousands of carved pumpkins line the walkways at the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular
Providence residents enjoy free entry to the Roger Williams Park Zoo and the museum and planetarium on the first Saturday of every month. The community also gathers for seasonal events— the zoo hosts the Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular in October and the Holiday Lights Spectacular in November and December. The neighborhood can also explore the arts and culture across the city at venues like the Providence Performing Arts Center or attend close-knit community events at the Washington Park Library. The public library hosts recurring meetings, including a knitting circle, a bilingual story hour with stories in Spanish and English and a board game club.
Alan Shawn Feinstein Elementary School Exterior
Learning in Providence
Students are zoned to the Providence School District, which offers school choice. Children may begin at Alan Shawn Feinstein Elementary, which has a C-minus grade from Niche. Students may advance to C-minus-rated Roger Williams Middle and finish at the Juanita Sanchez Educational Complex, which has yet to be rated by Niche. High school students can get involved by joining sports teams or contributing to the JSEC Cavalier Chronicle, the school's newspaper. “Providence is known for its academic institutions. On the culinary side, there’s Johnson and Wales University,” DeRentis says. The university’s Harborside campus, which houses its culinary program, is along the neighborhood’s southern border.
Japanese Garden walking paths
Stroll along scenic walking trails at Roger Williams Park
Columbia Park is in the middle of the neighborhood and offers a small playground and basketball court for pick-up games. Residents can enjoy riverfront views on the walkways around the Save the Bay Center, a non-profit organization that offers a living classroom and marine science programs. Just over Washington Park’s western edge is the city’s largest park. Roger William Park is a 427-acre outdoor space with nature trails, a bike park and ball fields. Residents can explore the Roger Williams Park Zoo and the Museum of Natural History and Planetarium or stroll through the Japanese Garden, which blooms with light pink cherry blossoms in the spring.
Ride the RIPTA to Downtown Providence
Sidewalk-lined streets allow locals to walk to nearby restaurants and amenities, and bus stops operated by the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority are peppered throughout the neighborhood. Driving personal vehicles is common; U.S. Route 1 bisects Washington Park and Interstate 95 runs along the neighborhood’s northwestern edge.
Aerial view of homes in Washington Park
Washington Park hosts industrial plants and commercial businesses
Locals live along organized residential streets, but the portside section of the neighborhood hosts several manufacturing facilities and industrial plants. There is also a commercial section with office buildings and businesses in the northern part of Washington Park.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
The Mathew J Arruda Group,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Parks in this Area
Roger Williams Park
Trails
Playground
Events
Columbia Park
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Councilman Miguel Luna Memorial Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Adopted Smith Street Playground
Playground
Bear Ground
Washington Park Cal Ripken League
Transit
Airport
Rhode Island Tf Green International
12 min drive
Bus
Hawthorne Opposite Tennis Courts
Bus
Carr Street
Bus
Ernest & Allens (Opposite Ellenfield)
Bus
Allens Before Georgia
Bus
Ernest & Allens (Before Ernest)
Bus
Eddy Between Chapman & Toronto
Bus
642 Allens
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.66 Reviews
3.0Niche User
6/2/2016Niche Review
The houses are one family houses. They are nice quality, but they are almost a century old, if not ever the century. Because I live on the Cranston/ Providence city line, the Cranston section is a little nicer.
5.0Current Resident
4/19/2019Niche Review
I am a fairly new home owner in the neighborhood. My family and I were apprehensive about moving to Providence. While looking at home we considered many neighborhoods but fell in love with Washington Park. I've come to love the suburban feel while being minutes from downtown.
Are you familiar with the Washington Park neighborhood?
to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Washington Park
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Washington Park, Providence sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Washington Park, Providence over the last 12 months is $389,511, up 14% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Come check out this updated bungalow, less than a block from Roger Williams Park, where you can enjoy its many walking paths, zoo, botanical gardens, and carousel, to name a few. The first floor features a classic yet open-concept floor plan, including a double parlor, updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, solid-surface counters, beautiful hardwood floors, and two good-sized bedrooms,
Experience this lovely turn-key home located on a corner lot, tucked away in the desirable Washington Park neighborhood. Thisproperty is walking distance from the Roger Williams Park, and Conveniently positioned close to Johnson & Wales University andmajor highways. Step into this charming 2-story Colonial with gleaming refinished hardwood floors throughout. This home boasts4 bedrooms, 3 full
Property Id: 1510544PRIVATE *FURNISHED* ROOM INCLUDES *ALL UTILITIES*TEXT our Office Text-Line for fastest response @ 4OI-3O5-OOO8. Private Room with utilities, located within an apartment share! Welcome to Summerhouse! This is a roommate situation offering an individual liability contract! A roommate situation - private single occupancy room that is available on an
Renovated spacious 2nd floor unit located on a dead end, quiet street in Washington Park on Cranston/Edgewood line. This bright two bedroom unit features; gorgeous woodwork, hardwood floors, private porch/balcony, high ceilings, double parlor living and dining room. Updated bathroom, eat-in kitchen with newer oven/range, cabinets, laminate countertops, sink and a butler's pantry. Gas heat. Ample
Property Id: 1481213Roommate situation with Utilities Included TEXT our Office Text-Line for fastest responseOffice Text-line 4OI-3O5-OOO8Close to Harborside campus, Alpert Medical and the Hospitals.Partially furnished with free heat, free hot water, free gas, free basic electric (AC surcharge), Free water + sewer, and free Wi-Fi Internet All included in one fixed
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
Reach out to
The Mathew J Arruda Group,
an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,715
Median Age
33
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$47,361
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,919
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
72.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
24.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.8%
% Population in Labor Force
63.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
66/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43/ 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.
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
