The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02817 sells for about $535,400, or $235 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 42 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,414 a month.
ZIP 02817 — West Greenwich
The housing market in 02817 remains stable with high owner-occupancy rates and strong median household incomes. While inventory is limited, the area continues to attract buyers seeking a suburban lifestyle with proximity to major regional employment hubs. Figures for specific metrics like price cuts and months of supply are based on current market estimates.
This ZIP code is best suited for families and professionals seeking a quiet, suburban lifestyle with significant access to outdoor recreation and a relatively short commute to major regional employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 42 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.4% · poverty 2.3% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 7.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.4%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 02817, Kent County RI
The area is served by the Exeter-West Greenwich Regional School District, which generally maintains a positive reputation for its suburban educational environment.
The region is subject to standard New England weather risks, including winter storms and occasional flooding in low-lying areas near the Wood River.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to the I-95 corridor, facilitating access to major employment hubs in Providence and nearby Connecticut, though the area remains largely residential.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Rhode Island) — Local Property Tax Assessment: Property is assessed at full and fair cash value. The tax is calculated by multiplying the assessed value by the local tax rate (mill rate). Municipalities may apply homestead exemptions or tax classifications (residential vs. commercial) as authorized by state law.
Residents primarily rely on personal vehicles for commuting, with direct access to Interstate 95 providing a primary artery toward Providence and other regional employment centers.
The area features significant natural amenities, including the Arcadia Management Area, which offers extensive trails, fishing, and outdoor recreation opportunities.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand, with limited multi-family housing options available in this predominantly single-family residential area.
The local economy is primarily residential, with residents commuting to larger employment centers in Providence and the surrounding region; major industries include healthcare, education, and professional services.
Transportation is heavily dependent on private vehicles, with Interstate 95 serving as the primary transit corridor for the region.
Development is largely focused on low-density residential expansion, with limited commercial or high-density projects currently in the pipeline.
Parcels are subject to the Exeter-West Greenwich Regional School District and local municipal tax levies.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional wildfire and flood risk assessments, with standard coverage generally available.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau American Community Survey via ZipCodeDex.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment. Source: NCES EDGE public school locations 2023-24.
- Great Wolf Lodge | Mashantucket, CT3.819.3 mi
- Dave & Buster's Providence4.218.1 mi
- Yawgoo Valley Ski Area4.29.7 mi
- Launch Family Entertainment Warwick4.410 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.68.6 mi
- Foxwoods Resort Casino4.319.5 mi
- Amica Mutual Pavilion4.417.9 mi
- Topgolf Rhode Island4.313 mi
- Rhode Island Convention Center4.418 mi
- Providence Performing Arts Center4.818 mi
- Showcase Cinemas Warwick4.48.1 mi
- Apple Cinemas Warwick Mall4.311 mi
- Goddard Memorial State Park4.610.9 mi
- Wicked Tulips - North Kingstown RI4.79.5 mi
- Ryan Park4.69.9 mi
- RISD Museum4.718.4 mi
- Providence Children's Museum4.617.8 mi
- International Tennis Hall of Fame4.720 mi
- Newport Car Museum4.919.2 mi
- Castle Hill Lighthouse4.618.4 mi
- Goddard Memorial State Park4.610.9 mi
- Ryan Park4.69.9 mi
- Wilson Park4.710.3 mi
- North Kingstown Town Beach4.611.1 mi
- Warwick City Park4.612.5 mi
- Bowen's Wharf4.719.5 mi
- Herreshoff Marine Museum4.719.3 mi
- Harbor Lights Dining Events Golf Marina4.413.9 mi
- New York Yacht Club Harbour Court4.719.5 mi
- East Providence Yacht Club4.318.7 mi
- Topgolf Rhode Island4.313 mi
- Laurel Lane Country Club4.39.7 mi
- Meadow Brook Golf Course4.28.8 mi
- North Kingstown Golf Course4.111.2 mi
- Fenner Hill Golf Club4.49.9 mi
- Warwick Mall4.311 mi
- Dave's Fresh Marketplace/Wickford4.710.1 mi
- T.J. Maxx & HomeGoods4.49.4 mi
- Dave's Fresh Marketplace/East Greenwich4.78 mi
- Confreda Greenhouses & Farms4.610.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
The largest state-managed recreation area in Rhode Island, offering hiking, biking, and fishing.
A popular destination for kayaking and fly fishing.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).