New England urbanism below Boston prices. Median home price runs about $532K with an effective property tax near 1.4% — roughly $7,448/yr on the median home.
Scorecard
Dimension
Providence
Median home price
$532K
Effective property tax
1.4%
Tax friendliness
5/10
Winter mildness
4/10
Summer comfort
8/10
Walkability
7/10
Outdoor access
6/10
Culture & food
7/10
Healthcare
9/10
Airport connectivity
7/10
Schools
7/10
Safety
6/10
Hazard safety (10 = lowest risk)
10/10
Growth trajectory
7/10
Who it fits: people who want life on foot, anyone prioritizing healthcare, families weighing schools, buyers with room in the budget. Who should look elsewhere: