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Established northwest Cranston suburb
Bordered by a Johnston neighborhood with the same name, Thornton is a north Cranston suburb known for its peaceful residential streets and access to both mom and pop restaurants and big box conveniences. “Thornton has stayed very consistent over the years,” says Karl Martone, team leader of the Martone Group at RE/MAX who grew up in the Johnston and Cranston areas. “Multiple generations of families have lived there, but there’s more changeover now. The restaurant vibe is really good in the Atwood Avenue and Plainfield Pike areas.” Bordered by relaxed commercial districts and access to Interstate-295, Thornton maintains both small-town and modern suburban amenities within 6 miles of downtown Providence.
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Midcentury suburbs and older 20th century builds
Split between more winding, connected streets to the west and denser blocks of homes to the east, Thornton is characterized by a mix of early 20th century homes and classic midcentury styles. Older Cape Cods, bungalows, and two-story homes from the same era sell for $260,000 to $400,000. Ranch-style homes, bi-levels and split levels built on tidy, grassy yards in the 1950s through 1970s make up much of the neighborhood, selling for $315,000 to $550,000. Some streets on the western side of Thornton are lined by narrow sidewalks which take joggers and dog walkers on routes lined by tidy front yard landscaping and occasional shady trees.
Landscaping in Front of a Modern Home Gives an Elegant Touch to the Street
Colorful Homes and Contrasting Fences Make Neighborhoods Feel Like Home
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Navigate Thornton and the rest of Rhode Island hassle free with RIPTA.
RIPTA buses, Route 10 commuting and I-295
Several RIPTA bus stops line Plainfield Pike, but residents typically rely on personal vehicles to get around the greater Providence area. Downtown Providence is 6 miles northeast of Thornton, and many commuters start their days driving a couple of miles east to merge onto Route 10. Locals can also hop onto I-295 on the eastern edge of Thornton, providing an alternative to Interstate-95 to travel around Providence and into Massachusetts.
Big box offerings and local gems down Plainfield Pike
While Providence is a hub for major shopping and dining, locals can find plenty of options along Plainfield Pike and Atwood Avenue. “There’s diverse cuisines and a lot of Italian American places within a mile radius,” Martone says. Locals can sit down for Italian mainstays and wine at Cucina Rustica or drive past small storefronts, homes and Walgreens to order from the wide menu at The Punjab Indian Cuisine in a nearby strip mall. Just across the border in Johnston, The Original Italian Bakery’s parking lot is often packed with residents picking up Italian desserts, breads, pizza chips and pizza. Locals can find groceries and essentials at the Walmart at the Plainfield Pike shopping plaza or head to the Stop & Shop on Atwood Avenue. The Garden City Center is less than 4 miles away for more extensive retail shopping.
Explore endless options at Walmart, Thornton, RI.
Get your shopping fix at Dollar Tree, Thornton, RI.
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Cranston Sports Complex and Randall Pond
Options for outdoor recreation in Thornton are limited, but locals can keep active at the Cranston Sports Complex, an indoor facility containing training spaces for classes ranging from boxing and martial arts to pickleball and gymnastics. From a small boat launch hidden down Libera Street, fishing enthusiasts can take a canoe out onto Randall Pond for a relaxing day on the water. For a little more green space and hiking trails through forests or around a placid pond, locals head outside their neighborhood to Neutaconkanut Park or Meshanticut State Park, each within 3 miles of Thornton to the north and south.
Randall Pond Offers Waterfront Living
Join with friends the pickleball craze at Pickleball Citi, Thornton, RI.
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Attending Cranston Public Schools
Kids start off at Stone Hill Elementary School which earns a B from Niche, followed by Western Hills Middle School which earns a B and Cranston High School West which earns a B-plus. Cranston High West students can participate in dozens of sports teams and clubs including The West Wind, the school’s student run newspaper.
Stone Hill Elementary Gives Children Great Educational Opportunities
It's a new school year at Western Hills Middle School.
Cranston High School West receives a B-minus from Niche in the academics category.
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Saint Rocco’s Feast and Festival
Hundreds of locals attend the annual Saint Rocco’s Feast and Festival at the Saint Rocco Roman Catholic Church each August, advertised with an iconic banner that overhangs Atwood Avenue near the church. While masses and religious processions are a large part of the multi-day celebration, all are welcome to enjoy the live music performances, homemade food, carnival games and rides that return each year. “You can get sausage and peppers, and the local bakeries make doughboys and pastries. It’s a really cool festival,” Martone says.
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On average, homes in Thornton, Cranston sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Thornton, Cranston over the last 12 months is $442,500, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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