Warwick

Nowadays, Spring Green is known as a residential neighborhood in the city of Warwick, but its history dates back to when it was a plot of land for John Brown, co-founder of Brown University. The land was originally used for agricultural purposes, but in 1938, it was converted into a series of single-family neighborhoods known as "The Farms." Today, visitors can see how the former farm influenced the development of Spring Green: Gently curving streets are interspersed with ponds and parks, offering a more scenic and slow-paced feel for its residents. "This is another one of those places in Warwick that doesn't seem like it's in a city," says Alessandra Alvarez. "It's not as planned as some of the neighborhoods around it, so you have more greenery and slightly larger lot sizes." Although the neighborhood is suburban, it's still next to city amenities. Route 1 borders the east side of the neighborhood. It offers various shopping and dining options for locals to choose from. There's also the Warwick Mall, a 5-mile drive away. Another plus is its proximity to the airport — frequent flyers will be happy to know that the main terminal is 3 miles from the neighborhood. Most homes in Spring Green were built during the late 1930s, resulting in ranch-style and colonial-inspired designs. "Some of the houses around Pilgrim Parkway are larger so you'll see more Colonials and Cape Cods there, while other parts of the neighborhood have smaller homes like ranches," Alvarez says. "For pricing, you're looking at anything from 300,000 to 480,000." Houses sit on green lots with driveways and garage space, although plenty of space is available for street parking. While there aren't any sidewalks, residents still enjoy walking or biking around the neighborhood.  Schools fall under the Warwick Public School District. Holliman Elementary School enrolls over 300 students in grades K-5. With its 11 to 1 student-teacher ratio, the school receives a C-plus overall from Niche. Veterans Memorial Middle School has over 1,000 students enrolled in grades 6-8 and also earns a C-plus. Pilgrim High School is the highest-rated school, with an overall Niche score of B-minus. The High School is known for its strong sports program, particularly its cheerleading, ice hockey and soccer teams.  The Sand Pond Wetland is a small, secluded lakefront within the neighborhood. "It's very scenic," Alvarez says. "Most people don't use it to swim —- it's more for looking." Most visitors fish, boat and observe the wildlife, such as herons and swans. Posneganset Pond, also known as Arnold's Pond, is another body of water nearby that is popular for catching carp. For a full day enjoying the outdoors, residents head to the Rocky Point State Park, about five miles away. Locals walk on the trails or go fishing at the pier. Others stroll by the beach, which is reported to have lots of sea glass. The Arch, a historic landmark, also resides here. Shopping and dining options are found along Route 1. The area is lined with local restaurants, varying from Thai to Mexican cuisine. "It's very convenient," says Alvarez. "If you live at the very edge of the neighborhood, you could literally walk over across the street. Otherwise, it's like a five-minute drive to get to shops there." A local favorite is Lemongrass, an Asian fusion restaurant. Residents enjoy its sushi and cocktails. Further down the street is California Taco Shop, a regional chain serving classic Mexican American cuisine.  Dave's Fresh Marketplace serves as the go-to spot for groceries. For more options, residents can visit the Warwick Mall, the biggest shopping center in the area, which has everything from retail giants like Target to Jordan's Furniture. Those looking to stay active can head to Planet Fitness on the east or Teamworks Warwick on the west. Teamworks Warwick is an indoor sports and recreation center that offers coaching for youth and adult leagues and summer camps. "A lot of people send their kids there for practice. There's also a bar upstairs for the adults, which is nice," says Alvarez. "It's also great for when it gets colder, but you still want to get out and move around."  Residents can take Interstate 95, State Route 1 or the bus system to get around Warwick. The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority runs the area's bus lines, and the MBTA operates trains through Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Spring Green is also right next to the Rhode Island TF Green International Airport, about a 3-mile drive away. Some areas of the neighborhood are affected by flightpaths, but locals say they quickly adjust to the noise over time.

Lincoln Park is a small, package-sized neighborhood in the city of Warwick, sandwiched between the Lincoln Park Cementary and State Route 1. The area's most defining feature is the graveyard, which takes up most of the neighborhood boundaries. However, the cemetery is a minor part of day-to-day life. Instead, it serves as a backdrop for most residents: "It's a predominantly Jewish cemetery that's really well kept and very peaceful," says Alessandra Alvarez, a Realtor and Rhode Island resident. "Other than that, it's your typical neighborhood in Warwick." Those residing in Lincoln Park enjoy easy access to virtually anywhere in the city: it is located right next to the TF Green International Airport, several highways and Warwick Mall. The east side of the neighborhood opens up to Post Road, which contains the majority of local businesses in the area. "Convenience and an easy commute are the best ways to describe Lincoln Park," Alvarez says. "You're the closest you could possibly get to the airport and all these city amenities, but you're also still in a residential neighborhood and can hop on any of the highways to get to a beach."  According to Alvarez, the neighborhood has a mix of architectural styles.  "Most of these were built during the mid-twenty century. You'll see a lot of the usual three-bedroom, one-bathroom ranches. There might be an occasional Cape Cod or custom home, too." Houses sit closely together, with smaller lot sizes due to being in the city. There are no sidewalks, but there is enough room for street parking and biking. Prices start at $280,000 and go up to $450,000.  Norwood Elementary School enrolls 250 students in grades K-5 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11 to 1. It receives a B overall from Niche. Veterans Memorial Middle is a large junior high, with over 1,000 students enrolled in grades 6-8. It earns a B-minus overall. Pilgrim High School is equally as big, enrolling over 1,000 students. The high school is known for its strong sports team. The cheerleading, ice hockey and soccer teams have won recent division championships. Despite its location in the city, there's always the opportunity to escape into nature. Goddard Memorial State Park, spanning over 400 acres,  is one of the most popular parks in Rhode Island. It attracts thousands of visitors each year with its trails, spacious lawns and namesake beach. There's also a nine-hole golf course and a performing arts center used for weddings and concerts. Another option is Rocky Point State Park. The grounds used to be home to an amusement park but reopened as a state park in 2014. Locals walk, bike, and hike on the trails or fish on the piers. Others stroll by the beach, picking up colorful sea glass and shells in the sand. The Arch, a historical landmark, also resides here. There are a variety of local shops on Post Road. Alvarez says that a local favorite is My Favorite Muffin, a small chain serving pastries and breakfast food. "Every time I get my eyebrows done, I drive by there and pick something up, and people stop by there all the time in the morning." When it comes to running errands, residents can drop by at Stop & Shop, a supermarket less than 3 miles away. South of Lincoln Park is the Gamm Theatre, a performing arts company that's been around since 1984. Its plays have received several Elliot Norton Awards from the Boston Theater Critics Association. Teamworks Warwick, an indoor recreation center, is to the east of the neighborhood. "It's a really fun place," Alvarez says. "They teach classes from little all the way to adult league, and there's even a bar upstairs. It's nice for when it gets cold and you still want to move around." To watch the latest blockbusters, locals head to Showcase Cinemas Warwick. There are several options for getting around: the train, Interstate 95 and the bus system. The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority runs the area's bus lines, and the MBTA operates trains through Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Lincoln Park is also right next to the Rhode Island TF Green International Airport, about a one-mile drive away. Despite the closeness of the airport, residents haven't reported noise as an issue.

Bordered by State Route 1 and Interstate 95, Norwood is a neatly planned neighborhood in the coastal city of Warwick. The area was first established in 1874 by Niles B. Schunarth & Co., a group of architects and surveyors. The goal at the time was to create the foundations for a residential yet commuter-friendly city, which eventually came to fruition throughout the years. Today, Realtor and Rhode Island resident Alessandra Alvarez describes the community as a "commuters paradise." The neighborhood blends suburban and urban living: Most of the area is made up of late-20th-century homes, but locals are only a short drive away from city amenities such as restaurants, parks and Providence, the state capital. "Norwood has what I call the two C's: Convenience and commutability," Alvarez says. "You're right in the center of Warwick and next to the airport, the train and a bunch of commercial buildings and shops." Despite its location in the city, there are still pockets of greenery near the neighborhood, such as Sand Pond Park. Alvarez summarizes Norwood with this thought: "It has a little bit of everything nearby." Homes in Norwood were constructed around a grid system, resulting in houses that sit closely together with smaller lots. "I would say most of these properties were built in the 1950s and 60s, so there's going to be more single-story homes, and you're going to see styles like ranches, Cape Cods and colonials," Alvarez explains. Prices start at $280,000 and go up to $450,000. There are no sidewalks, but children still like to play and walk on the streets, as indicated by traffic signs. There's also a neighborhood crime watch in place, but the presence of law enforcement is rarely needed.  Transportation options include the train, Interstate 95 and the bus system. The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority runs the area's bus lines, and the MBTA operates trains through Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Norwood is also right next to the Rhode Island TF Green International Airport, a two-mile drive away. "It's literally one of the best airport experiences you can have, anywhere," says Stefanie Carr, a Realtor with Lila Delman Compass. "If you travel often, this is a good part of Warwick to live in." While the neighborhood is close to the airport, residents haven't reported noise as an issue.  Schools fall under the Warwick Public School District. Norwood Elementary enrolls 250 students in grades K-5. With its 11 to 1 student-teacher ratio, the school receives a C overall from Niche. Veterans Memorial Middle School has over 1,000 students enrolled in Grades 6-8. It earns a C-plus. Pilgrim High School also has 1000 students but is rated B-minus by Niche. The High School is known for its strong sports program, particularly its cheerleading, ice hockey and soccer teams.  At the center of the neighborhood is Norwood Field, a green space that comes with a playground and baseball field. The area needs some renovations, but residents still stop by with their kids. Another option is the Rocky Point State Park, about an eight-mile drive away. It is one of two state parks nearby, stretching over 120 acres of land. The grounds used to be home to an amusement park but reopened as a state park in 2014. Locals walk or bike on the trails and fish on the piers. Others stroll by the beach, picking up colorful sea glass in the sand. The Arch, a historical landmark, also resides here. Shopping and dining options are found at Route 1. The area is lined with restaurants ranging from Chinese to Mexican cuisine. "There's so much to choose from," says Alvarez. "All these options are literally right outside of the neighborhood." A local favorite is Lemongrass, a restaurant serving Asian fusion. Residents enjoy its sushi and cocktails. Across the street is Cosmic Pizza — those in the area might run into a neighbor picking up takeout. Family Dollar and Dave's Fresh Marketplace provide the community with groceries and other essentials. Those looking to stay active can head to Teamworks Warwick, an indoor sports and recreation center. It offers coaching for youth & adult leagues, summer camps and even has a bar. Residents also have access to the Norwood Branch of the Warwick Public Library system. Although a small brick building, the library has been a neighborhood staple since 1923.

Rhode Island TF Green International Airport is the focal point of Warwick City Center. The neighborhood is part residential area and part airport business district, with hotels, car rental companies and chain restaurants lining its main roads. Easy access to transportation is a big reason why people move here, Realtor Stefanie Carr says, although airport noise can be an issue. “It has Interstate 95, a commuter rail to Boston and a great airport experience, all of which is pretty alluring if you have to travel a lot,” Carr says. Brand-new condominiums and townhouses come online often in Warwick City Center. The neighborhood also has a mixture of traditional New England architectural styles, like Cape Cods, ranch-style houses and remodeled turn-of-the-century cottages. Houses sit next to each other on quarter-acre lots with short driveways, flowering bushes and chain-link fences. Prices range from about $350,000 to $463,000. Near TF Green, people fuel up, grab coffee at Dunkin and return rental cars. The neighborhood has a collection of industrial businesses, including equipment suppliers and pharmaceutical companies. But the area also has some local merchants, like restaurant and cocktail bar Iron Works. Located inside a former foundry, the high ceilings, industrial feel and carefully crafted menu at Iron Works make it a popular spot for after-work drinks or weekend hangouts. Nearby Proclamation Ale Company brews beers like its Fade to White ale in a warehouse with a tasting room. Groceries are available nearby at Dave's Fresh Marketplace, a local chain known for its prepared foods. Because it’s right next to the airport, Warwick City Center doesn’t have a lot of green space. Limited fishing is available at Three Ponds. Sand Pond, which sits north of the neighborhood, is an oval-shaped lake with a dog-friendly public beach. Trees surround the lake, making the beach experience rustic and woodsy. In spring and summer, the water can be so clear that it’s possible to see the bottom of the pond. Quiet and secluded, this pond is also great for observing herons, ducks, fish and other wildlife. Warwick City Center’s airport side location makes accessing major highways and public transit easy. The neighborhood sits along Interstate 95 and Route 1, making it an easy home base for people commuting to Providence. The Providence/Stoughton line of the commuter rail stops at TF Green, providing a direct rail link between the neighborhood and South Station in Boston. Providence is a 15-minute drive, and Boston takes more than an hour. Kids in Warwick City Center can attend Warwick Public Schools, a district of about 8,000 students with a C-plus rating from Niche. Children can attend Greenwood Elementary School (rated B-minus), Winman Middle School (rated C-plus) and Toll Gate High School (rated B-minus). The high school offers interested students educational pathways in computer science and biomedicine.