Why Live in Fox Point
Fox Point in Providence offers a vibrant, urban lifestyle with its walkable waterfront bar district, 19th-century rowhouses, and views of downtown and the Providence River. The neighborhood attracts students, professors, and staff from nearby Brown University, drawn by its mix of contemporary townhouses, Victorian properties, and well-kept early 20th-century multifamily homes. Residents enjoy a variety of dining options, from the Coffee Exchange to PVDonuts and Plant City, as well as late-night spots like the Hot Club and Narragansett Brewery. For groceries, Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods Market, and Eastside Marketplace are conveniently located. India Point Park, with its walking pathways, playground, and annual Fourth of July fireworks, offers sunrise yoga, musical performances, and food truck festivals. Nearby Gano Street features basketball courts, multipurpose fields, a dog park, and access to the East Bay Bike Path. The Community Boathouse provides kayak and paddle boat rentals, and the Seastreak Providence-Newport Ferry offers seasonal water routes. Fox Point is safer than the national average, adding to its appeal. Kids can attend Providence Public Schools, with Classical High School known for its high ratings and competitive admission. Interstate 195 connects the neighborhood to Massachusetts, with downtown Providence just a 10-minute drive away. Newport is 45 minutes, Boston is an hour, and Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport is 15 minutes away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Fox Point a good place to live?
Fox Point is a good place to live. Fox Point is considered very walkable and a biker's paradise with good transit options. Fox Point has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 16.6 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $110,966 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 73.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Fox Point are renters, with 77% of residents renting and 23% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Fox Point can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Fox Point neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Fox Point?
The median home price in Fox Point is $565,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $113,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,920 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $125K a year to afford the median home price in Fox Point. The average household income in Fox Point is $111K.
What are the best public schools in Fox Point?
The best public schools that serve Fox Point are:
What are the best private schools in Fox Point?
The best private schools that serve Fox Point are:
- Wheeler School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- Moses Brown School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- Providence Country Day School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.4.
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Home Trends in Fox Point, RI
On average, homes in Fox Point, Providence sell after 111 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Fox Point, Providence over the last 12 months is $718,500, up 119% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$718,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$559,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$460,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$354
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$565,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
119%