Why Live in Oak Hill
Oak Hill, located on the southern border of Pawtucket, offers a blend of amenities similar to the trendy East Side of Providence but at a more affordable price point. This neighborhood, just 5 miles from downtown Providence, features tree-lined streets and a mix of single-family homes built throughout the 20th century, including bungalows, National gable-fronts, and Colonial Revival styles. Home prices range from $300,000 to $1.4 million, with condos and townhouses available between $220,000 and $350,000. Oak Hill is known for its community events, such as the Halloween Hootenanny Parade, and local features like the iconic Modern Diner and the Blackstone Place shopping plaza, which offers a variety of global cuisines. For groceries, residents frequent Vicente’s Market and CVS. The neighborhood is also home to the Congregation Ohawe Sholam synagogue and several nearby churches. Recreational options include the Tom Duffy Recreational Center and Lippitt Park, which hosts a popular farmers market from May through October. The upcoming Tidewater Landing Stadium, set to open in 2025, will be a significant addition to the area. Commuters benefit from a 5-mile drive to downtown Providence via I-95 and convenient RIPTA bus routes. The Pawtucket/Central Falls MBTA commuter rail station, less than a mile away, offers an hour-long ride to Boston's South Station. With Miriam Hospital and Brown University nearby, Oak Hill is a practical choice for those working in education and healthcare.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oak Hill a good place to live?
Oak Hill is a good place to live. Oak Hill is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Oak Hill is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Oak Hill has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 13.0 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $112,912 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 52% of residents. A majority of residents in Oak Hill are renters, with 52.1% of residents renting and 47.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Oak Hill can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Oak Hill neighborhood guide.
Is Oak Hill, RI a safe neighborhood?
Oak Hill, RI is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Oak Hill?
The median home price in Oak Hill is $475,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $95,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,460 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $105K a year to afford the median home price in Oak Hill. The average household income in Oak Hill is $113K.
What are the best public schools in Oak Hill?
The best public schools that serve Oak Hill are:
What are the best private schools in Oak Hill?
The best private schools that serve Oak Hill are:
- Lincoln School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
- School One has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 4:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- Saint Raphael Academy has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
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Are home prices dropping in Oak Hill?
Yes, home prices in Oak Hill are down 2% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Oak Hill, RI
On average, homes in Oak Hill, Pawtucket sell after 69 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Oak Hill, Pawtucket over the last 12 months is $470,000, down 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$470,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$470,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$394
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median List Price
$475,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-24%