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Suburban East Providence, near the Massachusetts border
Located in central East Providence, Kent Heights is almost equidistant to Providence, the Rhode Island state capital, and Seekonk, a small town in Massachusetts. Realtor Ellie Wickes of Sotheby’s International Realty, who has two decades of local experience, says the neighborhood’s proximity to Seekonk, is a large part of its appeal. “It puts you in touch with all the shopping amenities along U.S. Route 6,” she says, referring to the commercial district between U.S. Route 6 and Interstate 195. Realtor Jeffrey Mateus, with Mateus Realty, agrees. “It’s a very convenient location, close to shopping and dining and everything you could need,” he says.
A brilliant sign greets you to Kent Heights in East Providence.
Kent Heights offers a quiet suburban feel, close to many attractions.
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Hot market for midcentury homes
Most of Kent Heights developed in the mid-1900s. The classic midcentury split-level, Colonial Revival and ranch-style homes here tend to sit on narrow properties with long, fenced-in backyards. “Homes are still flying off the market in East Providence if they’re priced accordingly,” Mateus says. “There are still a limited number of homes on the market to choose from, so they’re all selling quickly,” he adds. Sales prices start at about $315,000 and can climb to more than $650,000, on par with the range for Providence, but much lower than the range for Newport.
A row of homes in Kent Heights displays mid-century construction.
This ranch home in Kent Heights has seasonal decorations and a stylish yard.
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A busy business corridor between U.S. Route 6 and Interstate 195
Just 3 miles east of Kent Heights, the commercial corridor between U.S. Route 6 and Interstate 195 is home to shopping centers with national retailers like Target, Walmart and Home Depot. Pharmacies, auto repair shops and department stores are scattered around the district, too, along with fast-food and casual sit-down chain restaurants. At the north end of Route 6, where it turns into Warren Avenue, Chelo’s Hometown Bar & Grill is known for hearty, internationally inspired New England cuisine. Nearby, Ichigo Ichie is a modern Japanese teppanyaki eatery.
For the freshest sushi head to Ichigo Ichi in Kent Heights.
Stop by Rugby Imports in Kent Heights for an expansive array of jerseys.
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East Providence High School’s new building features expanded athletic facilities
The East Providence Public Schools district allows open enrollment, meaning parents can apply to enroll their children in any school in the system, regardless of their home address. Many kids go to Kent Heights Elementary and Riverside Middle between preschool and eighth grade. Both schools earn B-minus grades from Niche and are within 4 miles of most homes in the neighborhood. B-minus-rated East Providence High is the district’s only high school; established in 1882, it’s been around for more than a century. But its current building just opened in 2021, premiering expanded athletic facilities, and larger classrooms and common areas. St. Mary Academy-Bay View is a private college-prep school for girls between preschool and 12th grade. The A-rated school is just southwest of the neighborhood. The Gordon School, also A-rated, is a couple miles west of Kent Heights. The private, co-ed school serves preschool through eighth grades.
East Providence High School in East Providence, Rhode Island is a newly built facility.
The Saint Mary Academy Bay View in East Providence is a Catholic school of good repute.
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Kent Heights Athletic and Recreational Area receiving $1.5 million improvements
The Kent Heights Athletic and Recreational Area, known locally as Kent Heights Park, is within a mile and a half of most homes, on the neighborhood’s north side. It’s currently closed, under construction for improvements to its sports fields and playground. The project is funded in part by a grant from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management and the American Rescue Plant Act, and will involve facelifts to the baseball fields, tennis and basketball courts. New additions will include adaptive, accessible playground equipment, a walking track and pickleball courts.
Shoot some hoops at the Kent Heights Athletic and Recreational Area in Kent Heights.
Kent Heights Athletic and Recreational Area in Kent Heights offers an expansive facility.
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Interstate 195 runs northwest to Providence
Providence, Rhode Island’s capital and a regional employment hub, is about a 5-mile drive northeast through Massachusetts on Interstate 195. The commute can take as little as 15 minutes if there’s no traffic on the Washington Bridge, which spans the Seekonk River between East Providence and Providence. It’s currently under construction, and regular lane closures can cause backups during rush hour. “But don’t be scared of the bridge,” says Mateus, noting that as construction continues, traffic is becoming less of an issue. The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority, or RIPTA, provides bus service throughout both cities. Stops along Pawtucket Avenue on Kent Heights’ the west side connect to routes all over the region.
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Crime and Safety
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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Burglary
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Motor Vehicle Theft
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Larceny
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Crime Score
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Kent Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Kent Heights, East Providence sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Kent Heights, East Providence over the last 12 months is $467,500, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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