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Welcome To Historic Fruit Hill Sign
Historic North Providence neighborhood maintaining its character
Named for its flourishing cherry trees, North Providence’s Fruit Hill neighborhood has remained largely unchanged since the mid-20th century, preserving its historic charm and serene streetscapes. Residents have come to expect a general sense of stability here, without noisy new construction disrupting their peaceful neighborhood. Convenient amenities are a bonus. The Smith Street commercial corridor runs through the center of the community, and Rhode Island College’s 180-acre campus occupies the neighborhood’s southern end. Students and locals can cheer from the bleachers at Anchorman Field Baseball Complex, admire the exhibits hanging in the E.M. Bannister Art Gallery, or catch a concert at Roberts Hall, the college’s performing arts theater. To the north sits Our Lady of Fatima Hospital, making Fruit Hill an ideal location for local healthcare workers.
Colonial On Fruit Hill Avenue
Elegant homes from the 18th through 20th centuries
“Nice, stately homes.” That's how Michael Pinelli, a broker associate with Re/Max Preferred, describes the houses here. “There are elegant brick-face colonials. Older-style-looking homes. Some houses have historical plaques,” says Pinelli, who’s had an office in North Providence for 20 years. Homes to the north date back to the early 20th century and rest on well-manicured lots lined with shallow stone retaining walls and shaded by mature pine, maple and sassafras trees. Buyers will find Dutch colonials with barn-like roofs, fairytale Tudor Revivals and grand Greek Revivals with columned porches, as well as more modest ranch-style homes and bungalows. Fruit Hill’s southern half hosts a collection of 18th and 19th-century builds featuring wooden clapboard siding and minimal embellishment, which harken back to the area’s early settlement days. Most homes sell between $250,000 and $625,000. Single-family houses are in high demand due to the neighborhood’s low inventory. And despite its proximity to Rhode Island College, the neighborhood surprisingly lacks much multifamily housing.
Camp Nowhere, A Rustic Bar
Shop and dine on Smith Street
While residential streets remain relatively untouched, the neighborhood’s commercial corridor, Smith Street, offers modern amenities and an eclectic collection of eateries. Camp Nowhere, a rustic bar that resembles a cozy hunting lodge, offers patrons an escape and unbeatable prices, with most items costing only $4. Locals love the atmosphere, American fare and cocktails at The Centredale Revival. For a sweet treat, residents stop by Cool Licks Creamery, a retro ice cream shop serving homemade scoops. While The Village at Fruit Hill shopping center features fitness studios, local businesses and cafes, grocery lists can be checked off at Shaw’s along Smithfield Road. The multi-floor indoor mall, Providence Place, is a 3-mile drive down Smith Street.
Aerial View of McGuire Elementary School
A renovated elementary school
North Providence Public Schools serve children here. Kids can start at McGuire Elementary School, which earns a B-minus from Niche. Recently refurbished in 2019, McGuire’s colorful new facility features sleek new classrooms and plenty of natural light. Students can move on to Dr. Edward A. Ricci Middle School, which gets a B rating, before finishing their degrees at B-rated North Providence High School. Families seeking private education have several options, including Saint Thomas Regional School, Mount Pleasant Academy and La Salle Academy.
Year-round fun at Captain Stephen Olney Memorial Park
Families can bring the kids to the sandy playground at Captain Stephen Olney Memorial Park, also home to shaded walking paths and rolling grassy hills that come alive after a snowfall. “I used to take my grandsons there for sliding in the winter. It’s kind of fun,” Pinelli reminisces. To practice their swing and calm their mind on the peaceful greens, golfers head to Triggs Memorial Golf Course, which is open to the public. Local athletes love Millar-Waite-Evans Memorial Park’s well-maintained basketball courts and multipurpose field, surrounded by sleepy suburban streets.
Captain Olney Park is open year round with plenty of space to run and play in Fruit Hill.
Olney Park is a newly renovated park popular with Fruit Hill residents.
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Fruit Hill is located just a short 5 minute drive from downtown Providence, Rhode Island.
Easy access commutes to downtown Providence
While only some streets are consistently lined with sidewalks, residents here are only a few blocks from the major thoroughfare of Smith Street. It bisects the neighborhood, offering drivers easy access to downtown Providence and the train station, each roughly 4 miles away. Workers commuting to Boston, more than 50 miles northeast, can use Smith Street to connect to Interstates 295 and 95. T.F. Green International Airport is a 12-mile drive south. For those without cars, Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) bus stops line Smith Street and are clustered around Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. Cyclists can peddle down bike-friendly streets around the Rhode Island College campus.
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Fruit Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fruit Hill, North Providence sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Fruit Hill, North Providence over the last 12 months is $455,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Don't let the exterior fool you. This spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath ranch-style home in North Providence offers over 3,000 square feet of living space and far more room than you might expect. The main level features four bedrooms, including a primary suite, two full bathrooms, generous living areas, and a huge pantry room with tons of storage. The fully finished basement adds even more usable
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Impeccably maintained Victorian style mixed use property with several architectural additions. Potential Adaptive Reuse into 5 apartments and an Accessory Dwelling Unit. The first floor is ideal for one large or two residential apartments with central air. The second floor is a well-maintained, bright and sunny, spacious 5-room apartment including 2 bedrooms, an updated kitchen and bathroom, and
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Awesome Bungalow located in a wonderful are close to all amenities. Featuring 3 to 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and an additional kitchen in the finished basement. Which includes ample amounts of storage and full bathroom. Maintenance free vinyl siding, Newer gas heating system, Farmers porch and a spacious yard. Come make this home your own and gain instant equity.
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Meticulously maintained 3 bedroom 2 bathroom split level smart home. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout, updated kitchen with granite counter tops and ductless a/c system. This home features your own little oasis with a beautiful inground salt water heated pool. Meticulously maintained 3 bedroom 2 bathroom split level smart home. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout, updated kitchen with
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