To Absolutely No One's Surprise, Cranston, RI Named Top Neighborhood

Sure, Cranston is considered a satellite city of Providence because of its size and proximity. But the former textile and shipping center, which lies just south of the capital, has a solid housing stock and its own burgeoning foodie scene fueled by locally grown produce and ethnic restaurants. On weekends, residents flock to the area's shops and markets. Aside from cooking and commerce, leisure lovers take advantage of their proximity to water; it's Cranston where the Pawtuxet River opens into Narragansett Bay, making the marina a fishing and boating paradise during the summer months.

The Houses
While western Cranston is rife with new housing development, the eastern part of the city is a charming mix of older Capes and Colonial Revivals, some of which feature Shingle Style facades. It's not uncommon to stumble upon an entire block of Craftsman bungalows or earlier Victorian-era homes either. The variety of the houses, their reasonable price tags—many less than $200,000—and the 15-minute commute to Providence appeal to young professionals and new families alike.

Re-Printed from This Old House Online

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The Stats:

Address: 19-23 Ocean View Highway | Watch Hill | Westerly

List Price: $19,750,000.00

Living Area: 10,500 SF

Bedrooms: 5

Bathrooms: 5

Lot Size: 9 Acres

Fireplaces: 12

Grounds include an apple orchard, a pool, & 2 guest houses.

Listed by: Seaboard Properties ~ James Michalove ~ 860.535.8364