Who said the waterfront is the most attractive locale in Rhode Island? Take a few steps westward into the lush forests and backroads of southern New England and discover West Greenwich. Here you’ll find numerous outdoor recreation spots — hunting, nature walks, freshwater quarries, mountain bike trails, and more. Plus, I-95 runs directly through the eastern portion of West Greenwich, making it more accessible than its neighboring western RI towns.
The real estate market in West Greenwich is similar to other western RI towns like Exeter, Hope Valley, Coventry, and Burrillville.
According to Realtor.com in January 2023, the median listing home price in West Greenwich, RI was $608.9K, trending up 12.8% year-over-year. The median listing home price per square foot was $260. The median home sold price was $583K.
* Tax rate based per thousand - Sources: United States Census Bureau. 2020 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey Office. Web. 17 March 2022. & Realtor.com
The Mishnock area of West Greenwich and lower-south Coventry are the shopping spots for residents. There are a few small business retailers and specialty shops around town, such as Leyden’s Winery and Tree Shop, Gordon’s Gourmet or Piecing With Poppers. However, most West Greenwich residents make the short trip into Coventry or Warwick for bulk shopping.
West Greenwich isn’t much of a “dining destination.” Its main attractions fall under recreations and outdoor activities. That said, you will find a few restaurants in town that serve top-notch, casual fare. If you’re looking for something a little fancier, the East Greenwich waterfront hotspot is only a short drive away from most areas.
Much like the western part of Rhode Island, West Greenwich is largely made up of forests, farms and natural landscapes, so the area is rich with outdoor recreation opportunities. It’s home to several nature preserves, state parks, wildlife refuges, freshwater ponds, and more.
By far the largest outdoor recreation spot in West Greenwich. Here you’ll find fishing, numerous nature trails, and hunting opportunities if you’re licensed. There is also a freshwater quarry open for swimming!
The Exeter-West Greenwich Regional School District is made up of five schools which serve approx. 1,600 students in the PK-12 grades. The Exeter-West Greenwich high school is rated at number 11 “best schools in Rhode Island” according to Niche.com’s ratings.
West Greenwich is also home to the University of Rhode Island’s Alton Jones Campus, which focuses specifically on nature preservation and environmental protection studies.
For more information, visit the public school district website
These are some of the top-rated public schools in West Greenwich based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
Distance to T.F. Green Airport: 17.2 miles
or more information on West Greenwich town demographics, events, tax rates and more, please visit the official website