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Architecturally interesting homes are found throughout the Blackstone neighborhood.
Storybook Tudor homes and brick estates
Blackstone has a storybook village feel, with its Tudor homes, brick colonials and lush park stretching along the main boulevard. This designated historic neighborhood has pristine front lawns and intimate streetscapes where neighbors can walk to cafes and cocktail bars. People buy olive loaf and Vermont cheddar bread from the local bakery, and at night slurp ramen noodles and eat bao buns at an Asian eatery. Leisurely afternoons are spent strolling down the paved pathway at Blackstone Boulevard Park under the protection of big shady trees.
Many homes in Blackstone have delightful front porches.
Fairy tale roadways, green lawns
Blackstone developed in the late 19th century along the Seekonk River. Today, it’s considered one of the most desirable and architecturally significant parts of gritty Providence. Tudor mansions and brick colonials give Blackstone a hint of fairy tale whimsy. Ranch-style houses with stone walkups and contemporary builds sit near each other behind well-kept green lawns with bushes and shrubs. Stone walls and shuttered windows are typical accoutrements, and houses tend to have driveways and street parking. Prices in Blackstone range from $480,000 to $3 million.
Blackstone Boulevard Park offers trails perfect for walking, or exercising with pets.
Two-mile long leafy park in the median
The neighborhood’s main thoroughfare is Blackstone Boulevard, which runs on its east side near healthcare facilities and the Swan Point Cemetery. Blackstone Boulevard Park, created after the removal of trolley tracks in the mid-1900s, sits in the median. On warm days, the park is filled with joggers, dog walkers and other visitors soaking up the outdoors. Outdoor concerts happen in the summertime at the stone Blackstone Boulevard Trolley Shelter. The Seekonk River is Blackstone’s eastern border; neighbors can use the waterway to fish at Baileys Cove, or hike alongside it via the Swan Point River Trail.
Farmers sell their goods at the Lippitt Memorial Park farmers market in the summertime and enjoy the park’s fountain and walking paths. Shaped like a Christmas tree, an art installation called the Hummingbird Palace gives Lippitt Park a sense of whimsy. The Swan Point Cemetery, home to the gravesite of H.P. Lovecraft, gives it a sense of mystery. About 30 gardeners plant fruits, vegetables, flowers and herbs at the Sessions Street Community Garden.
Hope street is a local hot spot for residents to enjoy shopping.
Fresh-baked bread, sourdough and olive loaves
Blackstone is known primarily for its architecture and natural beauty, but it also has a handful of colorful local merchants. It’s home to the original location of Seven Stars Bakery, a Providence institution. Bread is popular here, specifically loaves of sourdough and focaccia. Ramen is the go-to at Wara Wara, a neighborhood haunt with dim lighting and paper lanterns. People get Cambodian food to-go from Apsara Palace, or they dine in one of the restaurant’s red leather booths. Supermarkets like Whole Foods Market and Stop & Shop sit less than 2 miles away.
Residents in Blackstone enjoy the Lippett Park Fountain.
Where to meet your neighbors
Dwares Jewish Community Center is a gathering spot for all Blackstone neighbors. The center has a pool and an indoor fitness facility, plus group fitness and sports like pickleball. Arts classes in subjects like film and pottery exist here, and the Rhode Island Jewish Historical Association has a collection of books, photographs, paintings and more.
Every August on Hope Street, which forms the west side of Blackstone, neighbors attend the Hope Street Spring Block Party. The block party features live music, exciting vendors, and gourmet treats from local eateries.
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Providence Public Schools
Kids living in Blackstone can attend Providence Public Schools or one of the local private institutions. Nearby Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School has a Niche rating of C-minus, Nathan Bishop Middle School is rated C and Hope High School is rated C-minus. Kids can get a private high school education in the arts at School One. Jewish Community Day School of Rhode Island and the Providence Hebrew Day School educate students through the lens of the Torah.
Busses in Blackstone run along Hope Street, Blackstone Boulevard and part of Elmgrove Avenue.
By car, by train, by air
Public transportation in Blackstone is limited. The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority has a few stops on Hope Street and Blackstone Boulevard, but most residents rely on cars. Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport is about 15 minutes away by car, and the Providence Amtrak station is a 10-minute drive. Commuting to Boston by car takes about an hour.
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Parks in this Area
Sessions Street Park
Baseball/Softball
Soccer
Playground
Blackstone Boulevard Walking Path
Morris Avenue Tot Lot
Playground
Lippitt Memorial Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Blackstone Boulevard Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Lippit Memorial Park
Transit
Airport
Rhode Island Tf Green International
23 min drive
Bus
Butler Hospital Access Rd Before Blackstone
Bus
Elmgrove After Woodbury
Bus
Elmgrove & Savoy (After Sessions)
Bus
Rochambeau Before Blackstone
Bus
Hope Before Observatory
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Elmgrove Before Woodbury
Bus
Elmgrove Before President
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Blackstone
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blackstone, Providence sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Blackstone, Providence over the last 12 months is $1,167,739, up 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This remarkable 1929 Mediterranean Revival residence has just undergone an extensive renovation, resulting in a seamless blend of historic architecture with modern comforts. Upon entering, you're greeted by a grand entrance hall featuring a beautiful curved stone staircase and original wrought iron accents. To your left, the impressive living room boasts oversized leaded glass windows and a
Exceptional Victorian home built in 1889 blends historic charm with modern comfort. Impressive entry foyer features intricately carved wood details including a built-in window seat, gorgeous hardwood floors with mahogany detailing, and an original tile ceiling. South facing living room with an exquisite tiled fireplace is flooded with abundant sunlight all day long through the splendid bay window
Outstanding 1900's Colonial facing south and ideally situated on an oversized lot near Wayland Square. The delightful front porch welcomes you into the gracious living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace, lovely built-ins, and a bow window. The expansive cook's kitchen offers quartz counters, a subway tile backsplash, a breakfast bar, all stainless appliances, and is open to the dining room
Fabulous investment or owner-occupied opportunity in an R-3 zoned neighborhood near Hope Village. Charming legal 2 unit building in exceptional condition offers an unusually flexible layout with 4 beautifully finished floors of generous living space. Perfect for multi-generational living in one building! Or combine 1st floor with lower level, and 2nd floor with 3rd floor to create two very
Exquisite Colonial Revival set among some of the grandest homes in the city's Upper Elmgrove neighborhood. This private mini estate has a half-acre of parklike grounds. Step into the grand entry hall and be immediately impressed by the gracious staircase extending three levels. To the right is the dining room with raised paneled walls, corner China cabinets and floor to ceiling windows. To the
Welcome to 198 University Ave., a beautifully maintained picture perfect Colonial tucked away on one of Wayland Square's most coveted streets. From its picture-perfect curb appeal complete with a rocking-chair front porch, green shutters, and lush landscaping to its warm and inviting interior, this home offers timeless charm and graceful living. Inside, you're welcomed by a lovely front hall that
Stunning renovated and furnished 5BR, 2.5 bath apartment with new granite countertops, gleaming hardwood floors with 2 living rooms, additional rooms for office/study area, large kitchen with a breakfast bar, butler room, refrigerator, dishwasher, disposal, microwave, separate dining room. On second floor bedrooms, laundry room, half bath and full bath with a soaking tub and built in shelving.
Fully renovated second-floor with porch in Hope Village offers an elevated living experience in an ideal location. Newly refinished hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and period details create a timeless backdrop, while a brand-new mini-splits create year-round comfort. The best part? Solar panels generate a credit that is applied to the electric bill, resulting in low-to-no cost for electricity
Property Id: 1849061Restored brick apartment building Between Elmgrove Ave. and Hope St. One bedroom. New windows. Hardwoods. New kitchen and appliances. Coin-Op laundry. 1 car parking - or garage available for extra. Great location right in the center of the East Side, a short walk to Hope Village with all the great shops. Buses to Brown University and Downtown Providence nearby.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,220
Median Age
43
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$161,562
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$184,613
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.6%
College Graduates
86.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
54.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
71/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
78/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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