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Meshanticut offers tree-lined streets close to a forested state park
Meshanticut is a Native American term for “well-wooded country,” and the Cranston neighborhood exudes that translation. With homes surrounding the Meshanticut State Park and residential streets lined with towering white oak trees, the community is a natural oasis amid a bustling metropolis. “Meshanticut is considered the heart of Cranston and one of the central areas of Providence, and that great location is a huge selling point,” says Carole Scaralia, a Realtor with Cranston Living who is also a Cranston resident.
Residents are able to walk to schools, parks, and trails along Meshanticut's quiet streets.
Meshanticut State Park offers brilliant fall foliage and lakeside trails.
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Classic New England housing styles, some with larger lots
While properties immediately surrounding the state park offer wooded privacy and lakeside views, all houses in Meshanticut are revered for their classic New England architecture, including charming Cape Cod cottages and Colonial Revivals from the 1920s. These well-maintained homes typically have two-car garages or half-circle driveways. There are also a few midcentury dwellings, like ranch styles with low-sloping asymmetrical roofs. Houses here usually have three to four bedrooms, and they cost between $450,000 and $700,000, a range slightly higher than a Cranston home’s average $400,000 selling price. “Houses closest to the park usually sell quicker because they have larger lots,” says Scaralia. “However, the neighborhood as a whole is very desirable and fast-selling.”
Spacious Cape Cod homes offer lakeside living in Meshanticut.
Victorian homes add historic charm to Meshanticut’s tree-lined streets.
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Walking trails, kayaking and fishing at Meshanticut State Park
In 1892, Meshanticut State Park was the estate of John Dean, a prominent Rhode Island businessman. He donated the 19-acre parcel in 1910, and today, visitors can wander the paved trails surrounding Meshanticut Lake. While swimming isn’t permitted here, kayaking and fishing are. The 12-acre body of water is stocked with bluegill, black crappie and largemouth bass. Geese and swans can also be seen floating atop its surface. “When I was little, the lake used to freeze over, and we would all go skating,” says Scaralia. “It freezes less often now, but when it does, tons of neighborhood kids use it.” The Cranston Veterans Memorial Ice Rink is less than a mile from the neighborhood for indoor skating. The center’s two NHL regulation-size rinks host hockey lessons and 2-hour public skating sessions every day. Another recreation destination in Meshanticut is the Washington Secondary Bike Path. The 19-mile paved route spans from Cranston to Coventry. Meshanticut’s portion of the trail runs alongside William J. Flanders Park, which has a playground and a baseball diamond.
Kids can attend B-rated public schools
“There are a few elementary schools in the area, but there are always kids specifically walking to the middle school or the high school because they’re right next to each other,” says Scaralia. Children in Meshanticut can attend Woodridge Elementary, which has an overall B grade from Niche. Then, they may go to Western Hills Middle. In addition to the school's overall B grade from Niche, students with no absences at the end of the month are celebrated with a pizza party. Then, they move to Cranston High School West, which receives a B. They can take classes next door at the Cranston Area Career and Technical Center to earn certifications in various fields, including construction technology or computer science.
Western Hills Middle School is rated B and offers a variety of activities.
Cranston High School West is recognized for strong academics and career programs.
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Retailers and upscale restaurants at Garden City Center
Offering over 60 restaurants and retailers, Garden City Center is off New London Avenue, less than 2 miles from Meshanticut. “This is by far the most popular shopping center in the city. You can find all the essentials and then some,” says Scaralia. Visitors can buy beauty supplies from Sephora, purchase furniture from Pottery Barn or get hiking gear at REI. Residents can also grab groceries from Shaw’s or Whole Foods here. Chapel Grille is a popular spot for those who would rather go out to eat. Housed in a cathedral built in 1891, the restaurant has a unique setting and serves upscale American eats, like the bone-in ribeye or the locally harvested oysters served on the half shell. Avvio is another restaurant in the shopping center, where locals can enjoy Italian classics like chicken piccata or wood-fired margherita pizza.
Residents are able to enjoy chef Namy’s award-winning tacos at Dos Mundos.
Bistro 22 offers upscale dining and a cozy atmosphere near Meshanticut.
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Nearby access to Interstate 95 and Providence
Adding to the neighborhood’s convenience, Meshanticut is about 3 miles from Interstate 95, and an 8-mile drive north on the highway leads to Providence. Residents will also find several Rhode Island Public Transit Authority bus stops sprinkled along Oaklawn Avenue at the neighborhood's core.
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Meshanticut Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Meshanticut, Cranston sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Meshanticut, Cranston over the last 12 months is $527,450, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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