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A Johnston enclave with Italian and industrial roots
In the late 1800s, Italian immigrants settled in Thornton for its textile mill and produce farms. Towards the 1950s, the Johnston neighborhood abandoned its industrial roots as it began developing into a residential enclave. “This is a classic Johnston community because the midcentury homes are in great condition,” says Ken Scotti, a broker associate with RE/MAX Properties who has sold several homes in the area. “Plus, you’ve got easy highway access, so Providence is only about 15 minutes away.” Efforts to build upon the area's history has come in the form of converting old mills into luxury apartments.
Sclabrini Piaza pays homage to Thorton's Italian immigrant past as a beacon in the coomunity.
Fall decorations line the streets and Thorton residents decorate for the harvest season.
New England style Colonial homes make up the majority of Thorton's housing stock.
Thorton residents take their dogs for a walk at their many local parks.
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Thorton is a midcentury neighborhood near Providence
Thornton’s wide, paved roads are lined with various three-to-four-bedroom dwellings. Raised ranch styles have one-to-two-car garages tucked underneath, and Cape Cod cottages feature private driveways. Colonial Revivals on quarter-acre lots and split levels with low-sloping roofs are also common designs for the area. No matter the style, a home here typically costs between $250,000 and $450,000, a range similar to a Providence home’s average $400,000 selling price. “Johnston is a fast-selling area in general because of how close it is to Providence,” says Scotti. “Houses in this neighborhood are rarely on the market for over three weeks.”
Thorton homes come in a variety of architecturally unique styles.
Colonial homes in Thorton sit in neat rows next to their neighbors on quiet streets.
Ranch and Tudor inspired homes in Thorton come with small front yards and old trees.
Large single family. homes sit on corner lots in Thorton more private residential streets.
Thorton has Federal style homes that boast large lawns and gardens.
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Thorton public school options and a Catholic grade school
Children in Thornton can attend Thornton Elementary, which has an overall B-minus grade from Niche. Then, they go to Nicholas A. Ferri Middle School. In addition to its overall B-minus grade from Niche, the school hosts an annual eighth grade trip to Washington D.C., featuring stops at the Lincoln Memorial and the Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Lastly, students may go to Johnston Senior High School. Supporting the overall B-minus grade from Niche, the school’s pathway program aims to prepare students for their career of choice. Focuses include engineering, finance or music. Students can also attend St. Rocco School for kindergarten through eighth grade. The school is a part of the St. Rocco Parish, a church established by the area’s Italian-Americans in 1942.
Johnston Senior High boast a top notch football program.
Thornton Elementary school is a welcoming and well ranked school for Thorton kids.
Governor Christopher Delsesto Middle School is in the area for kids.
Johnston Senior High School is a highly ranked choice for kids to attend.
St Roccos Italian Catholic Church is landmark religious institution in Thorton.
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Hiking at Neutaconkanut Hill Conservancy and indoor exercise at Igliozzi Recreation Center
The 88-acre Neutaconkanut Hill Conservancy is in the neighborhood's eastern region. “This is a popular hiking spot for everyone in the Providence area,” says Scotti. “It’s known for its amazing views that you really can’t find anywhere else in the city.” The forested knoll is the highest point in the Providence metropolitan area, offering a panoramic downtown outlook. Visitors will pass a playground, a pond and a skatepark at the base of the hill. A dense canopy of oak and hickory trees shades nature trails, where wild turkeys and pheasants are often spotted. Cross-country skiers and snowshoers also frequent the area when winter comes around. Bleachers surrounding the grass baseball diamonds fill with Little League spectators every summer. Residents will find even more amenities at the Vincent Igliozzi Recreation Center, including an outdoor swimming pool and an indoor basketball court.
Thorton kids love the dueling slides at Neutaconkanut Hill park.
Neutaconkanut Hill has a public basketball court for locals to practice on.
Thorton parks are decorated with community murals and neighborly vibes.
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Shopping at Stonehill Marketplace and dining at a traditional Italian bakery
Several bustling thoroughfares span the neighborhood. For instance, Stonehill Marketplace sits on Atwood Avenue. The shopping center has a PetSmart, a Burlington, a Home Depot and an Aldi. It also features fast-food chains like Raising Cane’s. There are a few locally owned eateries, including Bon Asian Bistro, which serves hibachi-style dishes, sushi rolls and noodles like pad Thai. A Walmart Supercenter and a Walgreens Pharmacy are on Plainfield Pike in the neighborhood’s southern region. The Original Italian Bakery is also on this street, serving as a remnant of the neighborhood's history. In addition to classics like ricotta-filled zeppole and Sicilian bread loaves, the fourth-generation bakeshop is known for its pizza chips, a crispy cracker baked with tomato paste and jalapeno slices on top.
Iconic and loved by the Thorton community is the Original Italian Bakery.
Thorton proudly claims one of the best sandwiches in all of Rhode Island.
Inside the Original Italian Bakery, Thorton locals enjoy fresh cannoli's, pizzas, and more.
Market Basket provides fresh produce and hard to find seasonal items.
Retail shopping near Thorton often comes in upscale strip mall styles along major roadways.
Thorton shoppers always keep the Market Basket grocer as active community shopping center.
Aldi is a grocery store in Thorton.
Everyday needs and pet supplies are easily accessible at PetSmart and Dollar Tree.
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Thorton is a car-dependent area with public transportation access
Residential streets in Thornton don’t have sidewalks, making it a car-dependent neighborhood. U.S. Route 6 runs across its northern border, and a 6-mile drive east on the highway leads to Providence. There are also a few Rhode Island Public Transit Authority bus stops sprinkled across the neighborhood’s portion of Killingly Street.
Thorton is a well organized gridded area with homes sitting in long rows.
Thorton is a scenic and charming neighborhood set near Providence, Rhode Island.
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Parks in this Area
Johnston Memorial Park
Merino Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Neutaconkanut Hill Conservancy
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Skateboard
Johnston Memorial Park
Paul Grande Jr. Park
Basketball
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
Rhode Island Tf Green International
19 min drive
Bus
Plainfield Opposite School
Bus
Plainfield After Nardolillo
Bus
Plainfield After Rachela
Bus
Opposite 928 Plainfield
Bus
Belmont Ave
Bus
Plainfield Before Coolidge
Bus
Plainfield After Plainfield Circle
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Thornton
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Thornton Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Thornton, Johnston sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Thornton, Johnston over the last 12 months is $455,000, up 36% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,663
Median Age
45
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,798
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$74,541
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.2%
College Graduates
21.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.1%
% Population in Labor Force
55.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
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®
19/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
43/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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