Allendale-Lymansville

With a location along the Woonasquatucket River, Allendale-Lymansville has been popular for centuries. Throughout the 1800s, it was a textile mill town attracting workers from across the Providence metropolitan area. Factories from its industrial days have since transformed into condominiums, serving as a reminder of the area’s past and representative of its current appeal. “People are moving here because it’s primarily residential but centrally located within North Providence,” says Ken Scotti, a broker associate with RE/MAX Properties who sold several homes in the area.

In addition to the mill-turned-condominiums, Allendale-Lymansville is brimming with various homes from the 1950s. Minimal Traditional dwellings with two to three bedrooms are the most prominent style. However, a few split levels and Cape Cod cottages are also dotted across the neighborhood. No matter the style, houses here typically have detached one-car garages or private driveways. They also cost between $300,000 and $500,000, a range similar to a Providence home’s average $400,000 selling price.

Children in Allendale-Lymansville can attend Centredale Elementary, which has an overall B-minus grade from Niche. Then, they may go to Ricci Middle School. In addition to its overall B grade from Niche, the school has a diversity committee that organizes events like the annual Latinx Bingo Night, where local Latin-owned businesses donate food and other goods. Lastly, students can attend North Providence High School. Lending to the school’s B-grade academics from Niche, students must complete a senior project before graduating. It focuses on a social justice issue of the student's choice and should accumulate the critical thinking and problem-solving skills they developed throughout their education.

Students can continue their education at Rhode Island College, which is less than 1 mile from Allendale-Lymansville. “It’s mainly families in this neighborhood,” says Scotti. “Students may live in the multi-family units here, but they usually stay in the Mount Pleasant area.” The school offers 86 undergraduate programs across eight areas of study. The 180-acre campus also provides students and locals with ample entertainment options. View an array of art mediums from local and international creators at the Bannister Gallery, watch the Anchormen baseball team play on the Pontarelli Field or enjoy a student production at the Forman Theater.

The 18-hole Triggs Memorial Golf Course is also connected to the campus. The public facility is acclaimed for following the land's natural contours, a feature originated in 1932 by designer Donald Ross. Viscolosi Park is next to the golf course. Opened in 2023, the green space features several rope climbing structures, a slide and a swing set atop turf. There is also a flower bed tended to by community members. The neighborhood is also less than 7 miles from the Snake Den State Park. The 1,000-acre plot is known for its natural trails surrounding a well-preserved 18th-century farmhouse and vibrant foliage when fall rolls around.

Allendale-Lymansville is situated along Smith Street, where residents will find ample locally owned eateries. “North Providence doesn’t necessarily have a downtown district, so this is kind of the main street,” says Scotti. For instance, devour a freshly made everything bagel stuffed with bacon, egg and cheese from Bagel Express. Wine & Cheese has been a neighborhood go-to since 2009 for Italian classics, like the cavatelli pasta tossed with pancetta and vodka sauce. Go to Camp Nowhere for a casual atmosphere and bar bites like nachos or fried chicken sliders. Groceries are less than 2 miles away at the Stop & Shop on Manton Avenue.

Residents will find retailers like Apple, Macy’s and Sephora at Providence Place. The shopping center is located in downtown Providence, which is only a 4-mile drive south on Smith Street. The thoroughfare is also sprinkled with numerous Rhode Island Public Transit Authority bus stops, adding another element of convenience to Allendale-Lymansville.

Written By

Meghan Baker

Photography Contributed By

Joseph Popovich

Video By

Matthew Bloch