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Manton

Manton

Neighborhood in Providence, Rhode Island

Providence County 02908, 02909, 02911

$397,098 Average Value
$236 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Urban sprawl 3 miles from downtown Providence

Along the banks of the Woonasquatucket River sits the residential neighborhood of Manton, a post-industrial urban area in northwest Providence where the streets are dotted with cute, older homes. The neighborhood has dining options close and just a bus ride or brief drive away, while a commute to downtown Providence is just 15 minutes away. Jeffrey Infante, a 13-year real estate agent with the Divine Group of Century 21 Limitless, says, “Manton is a diverse neighborhood with affordability, and it's conveniently located close to Providence’s major highways.”

Navigate through Manton Ave. and Riverdale St. streets, where signs guide you in Manton.
Navigate through Manton Ave. and Riverdale St. streets, where signs guide you in Manton.
Catch some air at Manton Gateway Skatepark, a popular spot for skaters and riders in Manton.
Catch some air at Manton Gateway Skatepark, a popular spot for skaters and riders in Manton.
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Dining at home and down Chalkstone Avenue

The main stretch of the neighborhood is Manton Avenue, where you’ll find a Stop & Shop for groceries, and dining variety from fast food restaurants to locally-owned chains. Cross the river into Johnston, where Manton Avenue turns into Greenville Avenue, and order the Heavy Burger at Levi Restaurant, which has cheese, grilled onions, mushrooms and a fried egg. Grab an apple fritter or a Boston cream at Glaze ‘n Daze Donuts, where the dough is made fresh every single day. For further options, head east on Chalkstone Avenue and find restuarants to either side of this bus-accessible street. From Machupicchu Restaurant II, serving Peruvian seafood specials, soups and breakfast. There's also pizza, Thai food, a Walgreens and several pubs on Chalkstone that are well within reach for residents.

Manton's culinary gem, Machupicchu Restaurant II, serving the best in Peruvian cuisine.
Manton's culinary gem, Machupicchu Restaurant II, serving the best in Peruvian cuisine.
Experience authentic Peruvian flavors at Machupicchu Restaurant II in the heart of Manton.
Experience authentic Peruvian flavors at Machupicchu Restaurant II in the heart of Manton.
Savor the flavors at Levi's Restaurant, a culinary gem in the lively Manton neighborhood.
Savor the flavors at Levi's Restaurant, a culinary gem in the lively Manton neighborhood.
Sweet indulgence awaits at Glaze N' Daze Donuts, a delightful spot in the vibrant Manton.
Sweet indulgence awaits at Glaze N' Daze Donuts, a delightful spot in the vibrant Manton.
California Taco Shop a Mexican food haven found in Manton.
California Taco Shop a Mexican food haven found in Manton.
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Lawn space and New England Cape Cods

Single-family homes in Manton range from $250,000 to $550,000, varying by the age and square footage. The neighborhood is populated with Cape Cods with dormered windows, brick and stone ranch homes with bay windows and front gables, or colonials with shuttered windows. Many of the dense streets have an urban feel, with space for manicured green lawns, but not as much for sidewalks.

A cozy Cape Cod style home on Klondike Street in the Manton neighborhood.
A cozy Cape Cod style home on Klondike Street in the Manton neighborhood.
A beautiful Colonial style home on Bel Air Drive in Manton.
A beautiful Colonial style home on Bel Air Drive in Manton.
Ranch and red brick house can be found on Herbert Street in Manton.
Ranch and red brick house can be found on Herbert Street in Manton.
Bay window ranch house located on Lakewood Street in Manton.
Bay window ranch house located on Lakewood Street in Manton.
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Public Triggs Golf Course and neighborhood green spaces

Viscolosi Park is a small neighborhood green space with a playground for children, great for afternoon playdates. Residents can tee off at Triggs Memorial Golf Course, a course that is open to the public and well-regarded by many golfing publications.

Golf enthusiasts rejoice! The Triggs Memorial Golf Course awaits your swing in Manton.
Golf enthusiasts rejoice! The Triggs Memorial Golf Course awaits your swing in Manton.
Discover golfing bliss at Triggs Memorial Golf Course, a gem nestled within Manton neighborhood.
Discover golfing bliss at Triggs Memorial Golf Course, a gem nestled within Manton neighborhood.
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Providence Public Schools prioritize athletics

Providence Public Schools serve the Manton area for education. Nearby options include Pleasant View Elementary School and Nathaniel Green Middle, both given overall C-ratings from Niche, and Mt. Pleasant High School, with a C-minus rating. Mount Pleasant High ranks as the No. 33 best high school for athletics in the district, and in 2023 the boys' soccer team took home their first Division IV championship title since the program was founded in 1970.

Quality education thrives at Pleasant View Elementary School, an academic haven in Manton.
Quality education thrives at Pleasant View Elementary School, an academic haven in Manton.
Pleasant View Elementary School: Shaping young minds with excellence in the heart of the Manton.
Pleasant View Elementary School: Shaping young minds with excellence in the heart of the Manton.
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Proximity to Rhode Island College

Manton is right next to Rhode Island College, the first public college in the state of Rhode Island. Today, the school has about 7,000 students, and its 180-acre campus includes a track, ball fields and a tennis complex.

Rhode Island College, adds an academic touch to the vibrant neighborhood of Manton.
Rhode Island College, adds an academic touch to the vibrant neighborhood of Manton.
Discover the educational hub of Rhode Island College, conveniently situated near Manton.
Discover the educational hub of Rhode Island College, conveniently situated near Manton.
Above the Manton neighborhood, U.S. Route 44 provides an aerial spectacle with panoramic views o
Above the Manton neighborhood, U.S. Route 44 provides an aerial spectacle with panoramic views o
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U.S. Route 44 adjacent for highway access

Downtown Providence is 3 miles east of Manton by car, and the Kennedy Plaza RIPTA bus runs through Manton for residents commuting without a car. U.S. Route 44 runs north of the neighborhood and residents can take it east as far as Plymouth, Massachusetts or west into the cities and towns of Connecticut. Infante says, “It has an urban feel. Manton residents get a slice of city life, and it can get very busy with traffic. There are restaurants and stores all close by. It’s a walkable neighborhood that’s close to downtown.”

Above the Manton neighborhood, U.S. Route 44 provides an aerial spectacle with panoramic views o
Above the Manton neighborhood, U.S. Route 44 provides an aerial spectacle with panoramic views o
Travel seamlessly from Manton to Downtown Providence along U.S. Route 44, soaking in picturesque
Travel seamlessly from Manton to Downtown Providence along U.S. Route 44, soaking in picturesque
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Rhode Island Tf Green International

23 min drive

Bus

588 Manton

Bus

Stop & Shop (Manton Ave - Providence)

Bus

Manton After Sisson

Bus

652 Manton

Bus

College Opposite Cole

Bus

Manton Opposite Baltimore

Bus

Fruit Hill Before Huber

Crime and Safety

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

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$351,500
Median Single Family Price
$367,000
Median Townhouse Price
$475,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$231,000
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$185,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$236
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Months of Supply
0.30
Median List Price
$355,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
940
Median Year Built
1957
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,550
Below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,205
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,080
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
643
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
6,123
Median Age
31
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.7%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$49,143
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$65,288

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
85.4%
College Graduates
24.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
72.2%

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®

40 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

44 / 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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