Auburn
Neighborhood in Cranston, Rhode Island
Providence County 02910
Early 1900s homes and midcentury dwellings abound in Auburn
Auburn’s sidewalk-lined streets are brimming with three-to-four-bedroom homes built throughout the 1920s. Dutch Colonial Revivals, Queen Annes and Stick-style homes sit atop lush green lawns covered in ornamental hedges. These houses typically have detached one-car garages or private driveways. There are also a few Cape Cod cottages and raised ranch styles from the 1950s. But no matter when it was built, a house in Auburn typically costs between $400,000 and $600,000, a range similar to a Cranston home’s average $400,000 selling price. “Because the houses are older, they may need some interior renovations, but that hasn’t slowed down the market at all,” says Scaralia. “Houses will usually sell within two weeks.”Residents will find a greenhouse, a zoo and more in Roger Williams Park
Auburn is adjacent to the 427-acre Roger Williams Park, a green space filled with some of the most popular destinations in the Providence metropolitan area. Botanists can wander the rose maze or visit New England’s largest greenhouse at the Botanical Center. Christmas-themed toy trains and thousands of poinsettias transform the space into a winter wonderland for the holiday season. Animal lovers can see a Komodo dragon, cheetahs and 100 other species at the Roger William Zoo. Intricately carved pumpkins sit on the zoo’s sidewalk for The Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular every October. A 4-mile looped trail surrounds the park's several waterways. “The lakes have some really fun activities. You can rent swan-shaped pedal boats or take a tour in a pirate ship,” says Scaralia. While the water isn’t permitted for swimming, anglers can fish for largemouth bass and carp. Athletes can use the tennis courts, the baseball diamonds or the dirt biking track.Students are in the Cranston Public School District
Children in Auburn can attend William R. Dutemple Elementary, which has an overall B-minus grade from Niche. Then, they may go to Hugh B. Bain Middle School. In addition to its overall C-plus grade from Niche, the school has an impressive technology program, offering classes like engineering, robotics and computer science. Students can continue their education at Cranston High School East. Thanks to its career and technical pathway program, the school earns a B grade in academics from Niche. Focuses include criminal justice, sports media and audio engineering.Auburn is convenient for walkers, drivers and bus riders
It’s easy to walk to local spots in Auburn, and the neighborhood’s location between Rhode Island Route 10 and Interstate 95 adds another layer of convenience. A 5-mile drive north on either highway leads to downtown Providence. Commuters can also hop on a Rhode Island Public Transit Authority bus, as several stops are sprinkled along Rolfe Square and Pontiac Avenue.Walkability to Auburn’s downtown square
Residents will find a plethora of locally owned eateries and entertainment options along Rolfe Square. For instance, Bettola is a newer establishment serving innovative Italian fare, like hand-breaded veal parmesan made with fresh mozzarella and rigatoni. Fans of Mediterranean cuisine will want to stop by El Leham, known for its lamb-stuffed grape leaves and smoky baba ghanoush. The thoroughfare is also home to the Cranston Public Library Auburn Branch, which has various events like toddler story times and adult knitting workshops. Thespians can enjoy a production at The Historic Park Theatre. Built in 1924, it was once a vaudeville house, but today, it hosts everything from cover bands to comedy acts. Groceries are not even 1-mile away at Dave’s Fresh Marketplace. Nationally known retailers like Nike or Pottery Barn are less than 3 miles away at Garden City Center on New London Avenue.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Nina Desmond
Lamacchia Realty, Inc.
(774) 208-0463
29 Total Sales
1 in Auburn
$406,000 Price
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Koury Signoriello
New World Realty
(774) 713-8499
109 Total Sales
1 in Auburn
$338,000 Price
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Deb Schusterman
Brizo Real Estate Services
(401) 681-3264
46 Total Sales
1 in Auburn
$305,000 Price
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Matthew Antonio
Chart House, REALTORS®
(401) 425-3054
83 Total Sales
1 in Auburn
$400,000 Price
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Samuel Alba
RE/MAX Innovations
(401) 406-4077
624 Total Sales
4 in Auburn
$280K - $355K Price Range
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Louis Barrows
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Leading Edge
(401) 208-2129
262 Total Sales
1 in Auburn
$485,000 Price
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Auburn | US |
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Homicide | 3 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
Robbery | 3 | 4 |
Burglary | 3 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
Larceny | 3 | 4 |
Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Auburn Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Auburn, Cranston sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Auburn, Cranston over the last 12 months is $397,450, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 142:30 - 3:45pm
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Saturday, Jun 141 - 2pm
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Saturday, Jun 1412 - 1:30pm
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