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A slice of coastal New England
Bristol Highlands is a cozy community on the coast. On Bristol’s west side, the neighborhood offers beautiful sunsets over the water and is almost entirely accessible by bike. With an Improvement Association and community events throughout the year, neighbors know each other. Access to the shore and Colt State Park creates a beautiful surrounding landscape for the neighborhood’s quintessential New England charm.
A mix of large and modest lot sizes is shown in this aerial view of Bristol Highlands.
Bronze statues of prize bulls guard the drive to Colt State Park in Bristol Highlands.
Bristol Highlands is a neighborhood that is a welcoming part of a very hospitable town.
A statue of Senator Pell graces the broad lawns of Colt State Park in Bristol Highlands.
The Bristol Industrial Park is a feature on the edge of the Bristol Highlands neighborhood.
The newly redesigned Bristol Golf Park is a nice set of links in Bristol Highlands.
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A life of luxury
Home prices in Bristol Highlands typically start around $600,000 and continue into the multi-millions. Homes are in a variety of styles, with classic New England architectural features giving the neighborhood character. Property and lot sizes depend on the street that residents live on or proximity to the water. Towards the center of the neighborhood, bungalows, Craftsman-style properties and colonial-revival homes sit on well-maintained lawns. Closer to the coast or Colt State Park, home prices shoot up, with luxury estates running into the millions. “This is a desirable area,” says Realtor Mary Jo Tavares with Century 21 Topsail Realty, who lives in Bristol. “Properties, if priced right, will stay on the market for 10 days at most.”
A row of modest homes in the Bristol Highlands neighborhood has character and affordability.
A row of waterfront homes in the Bristol Highlands neighborhood includes one with a dock.
Large homes are abundant in the Bristol Highlands neighborhood many have trees for privacy.
The expansive homes of the Bristol Highlands neighborhood usually have plenty of windows.
A Spanish style home in the Bristol Highlands neighborhood has nature with mature plantings.
This modern home in the Poppasquash area of the Bristol Highlands neighborhood has a dock.
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Where stone walls meet shoreline
Colt State Park spans 464 acres and includes 4 miles of paved trail past historic stone walls and the Narragansett Bay shoreline. Open year-round, the entire western border of the park opens to the bay, making it a popular destination for photographers and artists. Cross-country skiers and snowshoers frequent the park, as it offers a rare opportunity for winter snows by the water. The Colt State Trail and bike paths connect to Bristol Town Beach, a pocket of sandy beach amid a rocky coastline. Here, there’s a playground for kids and multiple sports courts.
Boating off the Colt State Park boat ramp is a breeze from the Bristol Highlands neighborhood
The stone bridge in Colt State Park is a most scenic spot in the Bristol Highlands neighborhood.
Bristol is a pedestrian-friendly community, even in bitter cold weather.
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March to the beat of history
“There’s an Improvement Association that hosts all kinds of events, like a book club and an annual pig roast,” says Tavares. “It’s a great way for newcomers to meet their neighbors.” If residents opt to join the Bristol Highlands Improvement Association, they’ll have access to the neighborhood’s clubhouse, which includes tennis courts and a private beach, as well as various community events throughout the year. Bristol is also home to the nation's oldest Independence Day celebration, the Bristol Fourth of July Parade, dating back to 1785. Drawing thousands of spectators each year, it features floats and marching bands.
The 4th of July Parade runs near Bristol Highlands, as U. S. Senators and Representatives join.
A Little Library is a feature of the roadside in the Bristol Highlands neighborhood.
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Shaping future generations
Students are zoned for the Bristol Warren Regional School District and can attend Rockwell Elementary School, which Niche gives a B-plus, before moving to Kickermuit Middle School, a B-rated school from Niche. Then, they can attend Mt. Hope High School, which Niche gives a B-minus. The high school offers Career and Technical Education (CTE) programming in Business and Finance, Pre-Engineering, Architecture and Construction, Bioscience and Information Technology, which prepare students for careers outside of the classroom.
The Rockwell School in Bristol is a highly regarded elementary school.
The Kickemuit Middle School serves all of the Bristol and Warren students in grades 6-8.
The Mount Hope High School in Bristol serves the Bristol-Warren School District.
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A tasting tour of Hope Street
Hope Street, which runs parallel to the shoreline, is a great place to spend a weekend afternoon. Inside Colonial-style buildings are local shops, eateries and cafes for residents to peruse. There are homes and apartments in this area as well and, only a couple of blocks from the water, residents and visitors alike have access to bayside restaurants and marinas dotted up and down.
At the top of the neighborhood, there’s a commercial area that ensures locals have access to everything they need. Grab groceries from Stop & Shop on Metacom Avenue or pick up a prescription from the neighboring Walgreens. Vigilant Brewing, a popular spot for drinks, is also up here, as well as Riccotti’s Sandwich Shop, where locals can walk up to the counter and order their sandwich.
Vigilant Brewing in Bristol has a tap room and bar where you can sample with a flight of brews.
A perfect pour can cap off a day when you visit Vigilant Brewing in Bristol.
Stop by for a pint at Six Pack Brewing in Bristol where beer is made on site.
Pet boarding is a wonderful service and it is always exciting to see your owner at Crate Escape.
Shopping is a breeze at the convenient Seabra Foods.
Riccotti's Sandwich Shop in Bristol serves delightful fare.
Shops and restaurants in downtown Bristol draw from the nearby Bristol Highlands neighborhood.
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Off the beaten path
There’s a bike path that starts in downtown Bristol and ends in Providence. Almost all of Bristol Highlands is accessible using this bike path, which also attracts walkers. Rhode Island Route 114 runs through the center of the neighborhood and will lead residents from their coastal homes to Providence.
The East Bay Bike Path is a great asset for residents of the Bristol Highlands neighborhood.
Cyclists and pedestrians frequent the East Bay Bike Path in Bristol.
For young and old alike, cycling at the Colt State Park is treasured sport in Bristol Highlands.
The East Bay Bike Path passes through Bristol Highlands and is always in use.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
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4
Larceny
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Crime Score
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Bristol Highlands Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bristol Highlands, Bristol sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Bristol Highlands, Bristol over the last 12 months is $647,250, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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