Samuel Alba
RE/MAX Innovations
(401) 406-4077
632 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$355,000 Price
Forest Hills
Suburban Neighborhood in Cranston, Rhode Island
Providence County 02910
Forest Hills occupies an interesting place between the park-speckled neighborhoods of northern Cranston and the retail rich area of Garden City. There’s an old-fashioned charm to the area, thanks to the consistent sight of vintage housing.
Serena Gendron, team manager with Homesmart Professionals, says that pockets of Cranston like this are appealing due to lower home prices compared to the more expensive areas near downtown Providence. “The median home price for single family homes in 2021 was $330,000. You have all the amenities of nearby Providence, which is awesome.”
For homes around that median price you’ll find styles like a three-bedroom bungalow from the 1920s. Expect to encounter all the hallmarks of suburbia: sidewalks, large shade trees and gently curving streets. Once you venture into the low $400,000s, you’ll see homes with verdant front lawns and driveways leading to attached garages. The styles can be more quintessentially New England, too, such as Cape Cods or cottages with wood shingle siding. If you’re seeking more space, there are properties that sprawl across 2,300 square feet, such as Colonial-style homes from the late 1930s.
Stadium Elementary is just north of the neighborhood, and enrolls around 250 students in grades K-5. With a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1, the school earned a B from Niche in the teachers category and a B-plus overall. Hugh B. Bain Middle is near the elementary and a slightly bigger institution, with 600 enrolled in grades 6-8. Niche awarded the school an A in the diversity category. Cranston High School East takes the prize for largest local student population: over 1,500 students are enrolled in grades 9-12. With a student-teacher ratio of 12 to 1, the school earned a B-minus in the teachers category and a B overall.
Forest Hills is primarily residential, but you can hop up to Spectacle Pond for bass fishing. Attached to the pond is Speck Field, which contains a small playground and facilities for baseball. Or, for a more secluded fishing experience, check out Blackamore Pond in nearby Eden Park Elementary. Beside this hidden gem you’ll find park space where you can pick up a game of softball or explore the playground.
Reservoir Avenue lines the east end, and that’s where residents go to shop and dine. Types of food run the gamut, from fast food eateries to the high-brow concept of Spain, a lounge-like restaurant offering dishes like sirloin topped with mushroom cognac sauce. After dinner, swing by the Historic Park Theater, a former vaudeville house built in 1924. There’s passive entertainment like cover band concerts but also group events where you solve a mystery together. Reservoir Avenue can also help you quickly connect to Interstate 95, putting you in touch with the amenities of downtown Providence, within about 15 minutes.
Forest Hills is a neighborhood to check out if you want a quieter lifestyle with a focus on historic homes.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Samuel Alba
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Louis Barrows
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Louis Barrows
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Leading Edge
(401) 208-2129
263 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$270,000 Price
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Connor Dowd
Connor Dowd
Keller Williams Coastal
(401) 830-9302
411 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$309,000 Price
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Deborah Giannini
Deborah Giannini
Responds QuicklyHomeSmart Professionals
(401) 414-3303
85 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$400,000 Price
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Peter Almonte
Peter Almonte
Responds QuicklyTrusthill Real Estate Brkrg.
(401) 681-8477
49 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$365,000 Price
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Rachel Mcnally
Rachel Mcnally
Responds QuicklyReal Broker, LLC
(401) 593-2610
84 Total Sales
1 in Forest Hills
$355,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
JT Owens Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Playground
Friendly Neighborhood Tot Park
- Playground
Waterman Park
Murphy-Trainor Memorial Park
Doric Park
Cranston National Budlong
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Forest Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| 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
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Forest Hills, Cranston sell after 17 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Forest Hills, Cranston over the last 12 months is $435,153, up 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$410,000
Median Single Family Price
$409,950
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$279
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Months of Supply
2.80
Median List Price
$391,450
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
575
Median Year Built
1939
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,533
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,930
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,582
Median Age
42
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$87,500
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$114,791
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
48.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.9%
% Population in Labor Force
71.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
38
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
77
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Auburn
Locally owned eateries and historic charm converge in this Cranston community
Eden Park
Modest New England homes within walking distance of hip amenities
Knightsville
Tightknit neighborhood with abundant eateries and a strong Italian influence
Budlong
Quiet suburb of starter homes with proximity to major commercial corridors
Cranston Stadium/Spectacle
Starter home suburb that's flush with amenities, like parks and eateries
Laurel Hill
Dense, hilly blocks of homes in northern Cranston
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