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Federal Hill

Federal Hill

$539,737 Average Value
$238 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Diverse neighborhood in Providence with Italian heritage

Italian American immigrants settled Federal Hill in the early 1900s, and this rich heritage defines the neighborhood’s cultural, architectural and culinary footprint. “When a local person thinks of Federal Hill, they think of Atwells Avenue,” says Jim DeRentis, fourth-generation Providence native and Realtor at Residential Properties. "It's where the Italian ethos is. It tends to be younger, hipper and more creative. It’s a really nice, diverse neighborhood. People really like it.”
Embark on a culinary adventure through Federal Hill, Providence, with great dining choices.
Embark on a culinary adventure through Federal Hill, Providence, with great dining choices.
Atwells Avenue in Federal Hill, located in Providence, is a great culinary destination.
Atwells Avenue in Federal Hill, located in Providence, is a great culinary destination.
A view of Atwells Avenue from an aerial perspective in Federal Hill, Providence.
A view of Atwells Avenue from an aerial perspective in Federal Hill, Providence.
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Intimate Italian restaurants and dining on Atwells Avenue

“There’s a lot of cool independent businesses and great restaurants and pubs in Federal Hill,” DeRentis says. Atwells Avenue is home to a large collection of intimate Italian eateries offering everything from Il Massimo’s upscale seasonal dishes to the old-school pasta fagioli at Angelo’s Civita Farnese, which has been serving the community since 1924. “Al Fresco on the Hill” is Atwells Avenue’s newest culinary tradition; every weekend from May to October, the avenue closes to traffic, transforming the road to accommodate outdoor seating for 30 restaurants and live entertainment. For grocery necessities, locals can visit Tony’s Colonial Food, a specialty grocer with an authentic Italian Deli and a wide selection of fine wines, chocolates, oils and more.
Experience the top rated dining scene on Atwells Avenue in Federal Hill, Providence.
Experience the top rated dining scene on Atwells Avenue in Federal Hill, Providence.
Experience the vibrant nightlife along Atwells Avenue in Federal Hill, Providence.
Experience the vibrant nightlife along Atwells Avenue in Federal Hill, Providence.
The signage of Joe Marzilli's Old Canteen Italian Restaurant in Federal Hill, Providence, RI.
The signage of Joe Marzilli's Old Canteen Italian Restaurant in Federal Hill, Providence, RI.
Experience the warm hospitality of Seven Star Bakery on Broadway St., Federal Hill, Providence.
Experience the warm hospitality of Seven Star Bakery on Broadway St., Federal Hill, Providence.
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The DePasquale Square Fountain, a beloved water feature on Atwells Avenue in Federal Hill.
The DePasquale Square Fountain, a beloved water feature on Atwells Avenue in Federal Hill.

Entertainment at DePasquale Square and massive crowds on Columbus Day weekend

Residents also gather year-round at DePasquale Square, an Italian-inspired piazza anchored by a central fountain, lined with eateries and strung with twinkling lights. In the summertime, the piazza hosts concerts, too. Federal Hill is also home to wildly popular events: “The annual Columbus Day Festival and parade is there every year. They paint the Italian flag’s colors on the streets. It has that sort of reputation,” DeRentis says. The Columbus Day Festival in October shuts down streets and draws about 150,000 people over the weekend. The event has Italian food vendors, a parade, and plenty of games and live entertainment.

Multifamily triple-deckers, Italianate and Victorian homes

Most Federal Hill residents live in the multifamily triple-deckers characteristic of Providence, many dating back to the 19th and early 20th centuries. These multiunit properties may cost between $700,000 and $800,000, while less common single-family homes sell in the $450,000 to $600,000 range. The recent influx of condominiums throughout the area provides an alternative housing option. Federal Hill is distinguished by its many historical structures, including ornate Victorians with decorative trim and red brick Italianate row houses. Broadway, a thoroughfare home to private residences as well as over 15 law offices, is known for its impressive collection of preserved Victorian and Greek Revival mansions.
Discover the rich historical allure of colonial residences in Federal Hill, Providence.
Discover the rich historical allure of colonial residences in Federal Hill, Providence.
Stroll along Broadway St., Providence, to admire the timeless elegance of Victorian homes.
Stroll along Broadway St., Providence, to admire the timeless elegance of Victorian homes.
Take pleasure in the sight of stunning red brick colonial homes in Federal Hill, Providence.
Take pleasure in the sight of stunning red brick colonial homes in Federal Hill, Providence.
Embrace the architectural diversity of Federal Hill, Providence, with many multifamily homes.
Embrace the architectural diversity of Federal Hill, Providence, with many multifamily homes.
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Pockets of Green Space like Garibaldi Square in Federal Hill

Green space within the Federal Hill neighborhood is limited, but locals can visit Federal Hill’s Bocce Ball Court and Park to play a round or relax on a bench at Garibaldi Square. Residents seeking more fresh air can head to nearby Dexter Field, a 9-acre park home to the seasonal Armory Farmers Market.
Federal Hill's Bocce Ball Park, where Providence locals and visitors alike gather to enjoy life.
Federal Hill's Bocce Ball Park, where Providence locals and visitors alike gather to enjoy life.
Garibaldi Square Park is Providence's tranquil oasis, where nature and history intertwine.
Garibaldi Square Park is Providence's tranquil oasis, where nature and history intertwine.
Take a stroll with your furry friend at Armory Field, a serene park in Federal Hill, Providence.
Take a stroll with your furry friend at Armory Field, a serene park in Federal Hill, Providence.
Garibaldi Square is situated in the heart of Providence's Federal Hill neighborhood.
Garibaldi Square is situated in the heart of Providence's Federal Hill neighborhood.
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Public schools in Federal Hill

Students in Federal Hill attending public schools may begin at Veazie Street Elementary before progressing to Gilbert Stuart Middle School, which both earned C-minus grades from Niche. Older students may attend either Central High School, which earned a C-minus, or Classical High School, which earned an A. The neighborhood is also home to the Urban Collaborative Accelerative Program school, or UCAP, a D-plus-rated public school specifically designed for academically at-risk middle school students. The school helps students get back on track before high school through a supportive and personalized curriculum.
Greetings to Veazie Street School located in the Wanskuck neighborhood of Providence, RI.
Greetings to Veazie Street School located in the Wanskuck neighborhood of Providence, RI.
A perspective from the side of Gilbert Stuart High School in Providence.
A perspective from the side of Gilbert Stuart High School in Providence.
Central High School is located close to Downtown Providence.
Central High School is located close to Downtown Providence.
Classical High School stands as one of the premier high schools in Providence, RI.
Classical High School stands as one of the premier high schools in Providence, RI.
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Locals walk, bike or drive around Providence

Federal Hill is bound by Route 6 and Interstate 95, with easy access around Downtown Providence. But locals often prefer to bike or walk to their favorite restaurants, grocers and attractions: “There’s a big bike culture, DeRentis says.
Witness the joy of family outings as they cycle along Broadway St. in Federal Hill.
Witness the joy of family outings as they cycle along Broadway St. in Federal Hill.
Navigate the urban arteries of Federal Hill, Providence, as RT-6 and RT-10 leading to I-95.
Navigate the urban arteries of Federal Hill, Providence, as RT-6 and RT-10 leading to I-95.
Witness the pulse of Providence as RIPTA buses navigate Broadway St. in Federal Hill.
Witness the pulse of Providence as RIPTA buses navigate Broadway St. in Federal Hill.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Rhode Island Tf Green International

18 min drive

Bus

Atwells Opposite Knight

Bus

Broadway Before Battey

Bus

W Franklin Before Westminster

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Westminster Before John J Partington

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Atwells After Enterprise

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Broadway Before Dean

Bus

Cranston & Westminster (Pvd School Dept)

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Federal Hill US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 7 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Federal Hill Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$504,450
Median Sale Price
$545,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$527,450
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$238

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
325
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1913
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,138
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,862
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,128
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,039
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
3,853
Median Age
34
Population Density
19 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$56,716
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$77,604

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
84%
College Graduates
44.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.5%
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

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

80 / 100

Walker's Paradise

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

65 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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