Why Live in Downtown Woonsocket
Downtown Woonsocket, a neighborhood rich in history, has transformed its industrial past into a vibrant city center with attractions like restaurants and museums housed in repurposed textile factories and Italianate-style buildings. The area features Victorian-era cottages and Stick-style single-family homes, typically with three to four bedrooms and small front lawns, though parking is often in alleyways. Rentals are also abundant, maintaining the late 1800s architectural charm. Despite limited outdoor space at homes, residents enjoy River Island Art Park, where they can kayak, fish, stroll along paved paths, or attend seasonal events like Christmas festivities and summer concerts. The Woonsocket YMCA, established in 1901, offers a fitness center, indoor pool, and basketball court. Cultural highlights include the Museum of Works & Culture, depicting the lives of early French-Canadian settlers, and the restored Vaudeville-era Stadium Theatre, hosting performances like “The Nutcracker Ballet” and “The SpongeBob Musical.” Dining options along Main Street are diverse, from Coffee Connection’s breakfast offerings to River Falls’ grilled steaks with Blackstone River views, and Chan’s Chinese cuisine with live jazz. The annual Arts in the Alley event features local artisans, live music, and craft beer. For shopping, Dowling Village, less than 4 miles away, includes an Aldi, Walmart Supercenter, Kohl’s, and PetSmart. Downtown Woonsocket is conveniently located less than 2 miles from Rhode Island Route 146, with Providence 13 miles south and Boston 40 miles north via Interstate 90. Public transit is accessible with several Rhode Island Public Transit Authority bus stops throughout the area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown Woonsocket a good place to live?
Downtown Woonsocket is a good place to live. Downtown Woonsocket is considered fairly walkable and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Downtown Woonsocket has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.5 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $45,302 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 27.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Woonsocket are renters, with 83.5% of residents renting and 16.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Downtown Woonsocket can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Downtown Woonsocket neighborhood guide.
Is Downtown Woonsocket, RI a safe neighborhood?
Downtown Woonsocket, RI is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 6 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Woonsocket?
The median home price in Downtown Woonsocket is $286,750. If you put a 20% down payment of $57,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.31%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,420 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $61K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Woonsocket. The average household income in Downtown Woonsocket is $45K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown Woonsocket?
The best public schools that serve Downtown Woonsocket are:
What are the best private schools in Downtown Woonsocket?
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Are home prices dropping in Downtown Woonsocket?
Yes, home prices in Downtown Woonsocket are down 1% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Downtown Woonsocket, RI
On average, homes in Downtown Woonsocket, Woonsocket sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Woonsocket, Woonsocket over the last 12 months is $280,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$280,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$340,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$289,450
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$265,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$244
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Median List Price
$286,750
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%