Social District
Neighborhood in Woonsocket, Rhode Island
Providence County 02895
$362,182
Average Value
$221
Average Price per Sq Ft
Community draws investors
Residential blocks are packed with tall multifamily houses usually built in the late 1800s or early 1900s. Single-family homes are sprinkled in, standing on small yards that barely buffer front porches from the sidewalks. In general, Woonsocket is a rental-heavy city, which is why one of the most common types of homebuyers is folks who live in neighboring Massachusetts, says Amy Bedard, a Realtor with CrossRoads Real Estate Group in Woonsocket. “We have an influx of people coming in from the Boston area and picking up properties in Woonsocket.” Typically, these out-of-state buyers are investors who rent out the property from afar, though some buy multifamily homes to live in while renting out extra space, Bedard adds. Three-bedroom condos may sell in the high $100,000s, with a four-bedroom single-family house selling in the low $400,000s. A home that can fit three families is likely to fetch more than $500,000.
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Park offers playground and splash pad
World War II Memorial Park once featured a manmade swimming pond nicknamed the Social Ocean. The pool shuttered years ago, but the green space is still a gathering place. That’s partially because of the large events held there, but also because of the amenities. At the center, kids dash through the waters of the splash pad and climb on the playground. The park sprawls further to the north and south, making room for a baseball field and basketball courts. On the north side of the Social District, Menard Field serves as the spot where the city’s middle school and little league softball teams play ball.Kids can walk or bike to school
Children in the Social District have the option to attend the Woonsocket Education Department’s public schools, starting with Harris Elementary School. Less than a mile outside the neighborhood, Harris Elementary gets a Niche grade of C-minus. Older students may attend one of two campuses that are both less than a mile from the neighborhood: Villa Nova Middle School and Woonsocket High School, both graded a C by Niche. In addition, the Social District is home to Rise Prep Mayoral Academy, a college prep-focused charter school ranked the fifth-best charter elementary school in Rhode Island, according to Niche.
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Memorial park hosts local celebrations
Autumnfest began in the neighborhood in the 1970s to commemorate Columbus Day weekend, and it has become a major draw in northern Rhode Island. More than a dozen bands take the stage at World War II Memorial Park over the weekend, while carnival rides whirl and nearly 100 vendors hawk homemade goods and local food. That’s not the only time the park comes alive, as the sights and sounds of fireworks shows and live music are present every July 4. For smaller events throughout the year, the calendar is always booked at Woonsocket Harris Public Library. Events include dance classes for adults, acting classes for teens and Lego-building sessions for kids.Arterial roads make commuting a breeze
The Social District is a 15-mile drive from Providence, putting the state capital in commuting distance. Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport is another 8 miles beyond Providence. But perhaps the most important transportation aspect is the network of arterial roads and highways, such as Route 146, Route 122, and Social Street, that connect to Massachusetts cities, including Boston and Worcester. Both cities are less than 60 miles away, and Bedard says that’s important because many Woonsocket residents work in Massachusetts due to the higher salaries common there. “We’re very convenient to all the major highways, so it’s easy to zip into Massachusetts.”Easy access to shopping and dining
Houses for mill workers were constructed in the late 1800s between Social Street and Clinton Street, but the roads are now the neighborhood’s commercial center. It’s where locals go to pick up a prescription from Walgreens or grab cash from Bank of America. A couple blocks off Social Street, neighborhood residents have dined on Italian cuisine at Savini’s Pomodoro since 1980. A block away, lines often form at walkup Mexican food stand Tacos Don Nacho. Butcher Brothers is the neighborhood spot for cuts of beef, lamb, pork or other meats. Other groceries are available less than half a mile outside the neighborhood, at the Stop & Shop in the town of Bellingham, Massachusetts.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kimberly Rodrigues
Kimberly Rodrigues
eXp Realty
(774) 235-6941
38 Total Sales
1 in Social District
$464,900 Price
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Samuel Alba
Samuel Alba
RE/MAX Innovations
(401) 406-4077
624 Total Sales
1 in Social District
$299,900 Price
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Charles Marine
Charles Marine
Heavens Realty
(401) 425-6626
40 Total Sales
2 in Social District
$190K - $296K Price Range
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Jose Rojas
Jose Rojas
William Raveis R.E. & Home Services
(781) 404-3627
77 Total Sales
2 in Social District
$500K - $615K Price Range
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Luis Martins
Luis Martins
RE/MAX Synergy
(781) 390-9384
390 Total Sales
1 in Social District
$235,000 Price
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Paula Decubellis
Paula Decubellis
Responds QuicklyRe/Max Results
(401) 208-2479
119 Total Sales
1 in Social District
$675,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- 3rd to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
River Island Park
Costa Park
World War II Veterans Memorial State Park
Cold Spring Park
Woonsocket Parks & Recreation
Cold Spring Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Social District | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 8 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Social District Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Social District, Woonsocket sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Social District, Woonsocket over the last 12 months is $291,450, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$319,000
Median Sale Price
$291,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$402,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$235,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$221
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
141
Median Year Built
1903
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,825
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,664
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
919
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
833
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,969
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,550 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 2-3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 600 Sq Ft
- 117 Earle St
- Unit 2nd Right
- Woonsocket, RI
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,342
Median Age
40
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$32,764
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,088
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
71.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.6%
% Population in Labor Force
61.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
52''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
50''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
47
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
74
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
32
/ 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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