Why Live in Fairlawn
Fairlawn, a neighborhood in Pawtucket, is known for its accessibility, walkability, and strong sense of community. The area is home to Lorraine Mills, a former mill building now serving as a coworking space for artists, including the Pawtucket Arts Collaborative and Mixed Magic Theatre. Residents enjoy a mix of rental and ownership options, with easy access to local shops, eateries, and Interstate 95. Downtown Providence is less than 5 miles away, making it convenient for commuters. Dining options in Fairlawn include Caprichos Antioquenos Bakery for Colombian fare, La Arepa for Venezuelan dishes, Shish Kabob for Persian and Middle Eastern cuisine, and the retro Miss Loraine Diner. Foolproof Brewing Company offers a variety of local beers. For shopping, residents frequent Stop & Shop, International Meat Market, and Walmart in Charles. Housing styles range from multifamily homes with gambrel roofs and clapboard triple-deckers to single-family homes like shotgun ranch-style houses, Cape Cods, and Colonial Revivals. Fairlawn Veterans Memorial Park provides green space, sports courts, a playground, and a dog park. Indoor recreation is available at R1 Indoor Karting Center. Commuters benefit from the new Pawtucket/Central Falls Transit Hub and proximity to Interstate 95 and Route 146. T.F. Green Airport is 13 miles away. The neighborhood's schools include Nathanael Greene Elementary, Samuel Slater Middle, and Charles E. Shea High, with the highly rated Jacqueline M. Walsh School for the Performing & Visual Arts as an option for teens.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fairlawn a good place to live?
Fairlawn is a good place to live. Fairlawn is considered fairly walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Fairlawn is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Fairlawn has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 11.3 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $87,052 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 23.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Fairlawn are home owners, with 48.4% of residents renting and 51.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Fairlawn can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Fairlawn neighborhood guide.
Is Fairlawn, RI a safe neighborhood?
Fairlawn, RI is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Fairlawn?
The median home price in Fairlawn is $371,700. If you put a 20% down payment of $74,300 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,840 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $79K a year to afford the median home price in Fairlawn. The average household income in Fairlawn is $87K.
What are the best public schools in Fairlawn?
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Home Trends in Fairlawn, RI
On average, homes in Fairlawn, Pawtucket sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairlawn, Pawtucket over the last 12 months is $375,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$375,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$380,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$500,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$264,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$140,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$258
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
58
Median List Price
$371,700
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%