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Bliss Corners

Bliss Corners

Suburban Neighborhood in Tiverton, Rhode Island

Newport County 02878

$520,817 Average Value
$295 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Skipping stones along the bay

Bliss Corners, located in Tiverton, is just minutes from the Massachusetts state line. Within the neighborhood is Stafford Pond, and to the east is Mt. Hope Bay. Although the neighborhood feels secluded, with its wooded landscape and historic architecture, residents are only about 5 miles from Fall River, Massachusetts, where they can access all the amenities of city life.
This aerial view of the Bliss Corner neighborhood shows generous lot sizes and home locations.
This aerial view of the Bliss Corner neighborhood shows generous lot sizes and home locations.
A brown cow sits amid the gentle fields of the Bliss Corner neighborhood and contemplates.
A brown cow sits amid the gentle fields of the Bliss Corner neighborhood and contemplates.
Bliss Corner neighborhood has many farms, often with a farm stand along the road as seen here.
Bliss Corner neighborhood has many farms, often with a farm stand along the road as seen here.
Bliss Corner is a central neighborhood in Tiverton and borders Massachusetts.
Bliss Corner is a central neighborhood in Tiverton and borders Massachusetts.
The commercial heart of the Bliss Corner neighborhood is the corner of routes 177 and 81.
The commercial heart of the Bliss Corner neighborhood is the corner of routes 177 and 81.
The quiet streets of the Bliss Corner neighborhood are perfect for an afternoon jaunt.
The quiet streets of the Bliss Corner neighborhood are perfect for an afternoon jaunt.
The rural ethos in the Bliss Corner neighborhood can be summed-up by a goat's happy expression.
The rural ethos in the Bliss Corner neighborhood can be summed-up by a goat's happy expression.
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Hillside homes and babbling brooks

Drive Bliss Corner’s two-lane roads and find homes tucked between dense trees. On the neighborhood’s small, sloping hills, views of Stafford Pond or surrounding creeks might be visible in pocket vistas. For $300,000 to $400,000, buyers might find a three-bedroom Cape Cod or ranch-style home. A four-bedroom Colonial-Revival property with modern interiors will run between $500,000 and $600,000. For $700,000 and up, houses typically sit on half an acre or more and might back up to Strafford Pond. McNally says, “The pond is accessible to everyone, and the public can use electric motorboats. But, if you live on the lake, you can have a gas motor.”
A row of homes in the Bliss Corner neighborhood includes suburban styles typical of post-war.
A row of homes in the Bliss Corner neighborhood includes suburban styles typical of post-war.
A row of ranch style homes in  the Bliss Corner neighborhood are indicative of quiet lifestyles.
A row of ranch style homes in the Bliss Corner neighborhood are indicative of quiet lifestyles.
The Bliss Corner neighborhood has new developments and this row of homes is a nice example.
The Bliss Corner neighborhood has new developments and this row of homes is a nice example.
A split-level house with a wonderful view in the Bliss Corner neighborhood captures the spirit.
A split-level house with a wonderful view in the Bliss Corner neighborhood captures the spirit.
An elegant pond-side home in  the Bliss Corner neighborhood has ample yard space for fun.
An elegant pond-side home in the Bliss Corner neighborhood has ample yard space for fun.
This classic ranch home in the Bliss Corner neighborhood is a very well tended example.
This classic ranch home in the Bliss Corner neighborhood is a very well tended example.
A modern colonial style home in the Bliss Corner neighborhood is a study in symmetry.
A modern colonial style home in the Bliss Corner neighborhood is a study in symmetry.
This row of modest ranch homes in the Bliss Corner neighborhood have tree-filled back yards.
This row of modest ranch homes in the Bliss Corner neighborhood have tree-filled back yards.
Some back yards in the Bliss Corner neighborhood overlook South Watuppa Pond in Fall River.
Some back yards in the Bliss Corner neighborhood overlook South Watuppa Pond in Fall River.
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Playtime on the pond

Stafford Pond sits at the center of the neighborhood. Aside from a few large coves on the north end, it’s broad and open, almost 2 miles long and over half a mile wide. From a cement ramp, locals can launch their boats into the water. Known as one of the best fisheries in the state, Realtor Rachel McNally with Century 21 Shoreline Properties says, “The pond is stocked with trout. Locals love to go fishing there.” Bulgarmarsh Park, south of the pond, features a playground, two basketball courts, a skate park and a softball field, where two different adult recreational leagues are hosted.

Across from the park is the Raymond F. Jones Memorial Dog Park, which includes fenced-in play areas with obstacles for pups to challenge themselves. Adjacent to the dog park is the new 24,000 square foot Tiverton Public Library. Located near Tiverton Middle and High Schools, it was designed to be a gathering place for the neighborhood. The library has a community meeting hall, teen room, children's library and exterior courtyards. Locals are also about 5 miles from Mt. Hope Bay, where they can enjoy waterfront activities like fishing, paddleboarding and sailing.
The Raymond F. Jones Memorial Dog Park in the Bliss Corner neighborhood is a nice place to play.
The Raymond F. Jones Memorial Dog Park in the Bliss Corner neighborhood is a nice place to play.
Fishing at the Stafford Pond Fishing Area in Bliss Corner is a splendid way to relax.
Fishing at the Stafford Pond Fishing Area in Bliss Corner is a splendid way to relax.
Basket Swamp Preserve is a natural area in Bliss Corner neighborhood where hunting is allowed.
Basket Swamp Preserve is a natural area in Bliss Corner neighborhood where hunting is allowed.
The Raymond F. Jones Memorial Dog Park in the Bliss Corner neighborhood is a great resource.
The Raymond F. Jones Memorial Dog Park in the Bliss Corner neighborhood is a great resource.
This overview of the Bulgaramarsh Recreational Area shows the baseball diamond and skate park.
This overview of the Bulgaramarsh Recreational Area shows the baseball diamond and skate park.
The Stafford Pond Fishing Area is a nice spot with a boat ramp in the Bliss Corner neighborhood.
The Stafford Pond Fishing Area is a nice spot with a boat ramp in the Bliss Corner neighborhood.
Stafford Pond in the Bliss Corner neighborhood is a great spot to view wildlife.
Stafford Pond in the Bliss Corner neighborhood is a great spot to view wildlife.
Birding enthusiasts in the Bliss Corner neighborhood can see American Coots on Stafford Pond.
Birding enthusiasts in the Bliss Corner neighborhood can see American Coots on Stafford Pond.
This shows Stafford Pond looking toward the commercial heart of  the Bliss Corner neighborhood.
This shows Stafford Pond looking toward the commercial heart of the Bliss Corner neighborhood.
The Bulgarmarsh Recreational Area in the Bliss Corner neighborhood has a skate park.
The Bulgarmarsh Recreational Area in the Bliss Corner neighborhood has a skate park.
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Small-town student life

Students are zoned for the Tiverton School District and can attend Ranger Elementary School, which has a 14-to-1 student-teacher ratio, before moving to Tiverton Middle School, with an 11-to-1 student-teacher ratio. Both schools receive B-plus ratings from Niche. To finish their public education, children can attend Tiverton High School, which has an 11-to-1 student-teacher ratio and receives a B rating from Niche. In addition to standard coursework, the high school requires that students take a financial literacy class to graduate.
The Walter E. Ranger Elementary School in Tiverton is a newly built school that excels.
The Walter E. Ranger Elementary School in Tiverton is a newly built school that excels.
Tiverton Middle School in Tiverton, RI is a distinguished educational institution.
Tiverton Middle School in Tiverton, RI is a distinguished educational institution.
Tiverton High School in Tiverton has a 91% graduation rate and is ranked 17th in the state.
Tiverton High School in Tiverton has a 91% graduation rate and is ranked 17th in the state.
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Feeding the inner Muse

Sandywood Center for the Arts, located on Muse Way, is a nonprofit concert venue that hosts live music every week, year-round. The diverse schedule presents bands from folk and country to jazz and rock. The venue seats about 400 people, and patrons are welcome to bring beer, snacks or dinner to enjoy during the show.

Going beyond the borders

Rhode Island State Route 24 runs along the neighborhood to the east and will lead locals about 5 miles into Fall River, Massachusetts. Around the state line, about 3 miles north of the neighborhood, there are bus stops that lead to surrounding areas.

Frozen treats and fine art

"Tiverton has some great ice cream; Grey’s Ice Cream is a popular spot,” says McNally. At Grey’s Ice Cream, patrons walk up to the window and order their treat from a quaint building with clapboard siding. On William S. Canning Boulevard, 3 miles north of

Four Corners is a historic 18th-century New England Village that’s a great place to spend a weekend afternoon window shopping. Find local restaurants and boutiques tucked inside wooden and stone Colonial buildings. McNally says, “The area has local businesses, historic churches and art galleries. My aunt, a wood carver, has been featured in gallery shows.”
Ice cream is a specialty at the Moose Café in the Bliss Corner neighborhood.
Ice cream is a specialty at the Moose Café in the Bliss Corner neighborhood.
The collection of ice cream scoops at the Moose Café in the Bliss Corner neighborhood is divine.
The collection of ice cream scoops at the Moose Café in the Bliss Corner neighborhood is divine.
The Tiverton Marketplace shopping center in the Bliss Corner neighborhood has a daycare center.
The Tiverton Marketplace shopping center in the Bliss Corner neighborhood has a daycare center.
The Moose Café in the Bliss Corner neighborhood has a great selection of ice cream and delights.
The Moose Café in the Bliss Corner neighborhood has a great selection of ice cream and delights.
The Moose Café in the Bliss Corner neighborhood serves sandwiches and wraps as well as coffee.
The Moose Café in the Bliss Corner neighborhood serves sandwiches and wraps as well as coffee.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Rhode Island Tf Green International

47 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Bliss Corners US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Bliss Corners Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$525,000
Median Sale Price
$480,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$540,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$320,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
51
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$295

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,001
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1978
Months of Supply
1.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,672
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,250
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,293
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,008
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
29,620

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 Owners

Demographics

Total Population
2,723
Median Age
50
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
17%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.8%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$98,183
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$105,852

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.5%
College Graduates
39.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.9%
On par with the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
33''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

27 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

9 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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