Introduction
Rhode Island is the smallest state in the United States of America. It has several large bays and inlets, so it is called 'The Ocean State.' The people who live there do not ever have to travel too much to be get to the seaside. In fact, traversing the whole state can be achieved in less than an hour. The state is beautiful, with its green and fresh woodlands and beautiful beaches. However, living in Rhode Island is, without a doubt, a more expensive place for living than any other part of the country, and the same goes for the cost of housing there. What is good is that despite being very developed and modern, the state has maintained its home town feel. This article will give you an idea of the best places to live in if you want a home town feel in Rhode Island.
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Providence, founded in 1636, is definitely on any list of places in Rhode island that have preserved a small home town feel. This town has evolved through the centuries and is now a major hub for education, healthcare, banking and telecommunication. The residents take pride in Providence and its home town feel – even with its imposing skyline scattered with tall buildings, it has breathtaking views of the ocean, green areas and places of historical and cultural interest.
You will find the home town feel intact when you see pockets of Providence where old architecture has been carefully and conscientiously preserved, lending a unique and inimitable charm to every neighborhood. Sports, parks and a great community life will add to the home town feel, and help you relax and de-stress.
Warwick, the second largest city in the state of Rhode Island is not lagging behind if you are on the lookout for places that have managed to continue with their home town traditions. Whether it be for senior citizens or families, Warwick is the perfect place to live. The right blend of friendly people and a helpful, happy community, recreational areas, schools and entertainment venues to help you get over the stresses of routine life and lots more. Perfectly safe (the law enforcement agencies there have received recognition at international levels) and a very good place to bring up children, Warwick has not let go of its home town feel and will be a very good option as a city to move into.
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Newport, the town which used to be famous for pirates, is now known for its mansions. Newport, deeply immersed in heritage and history, is a good place for history lovers to feel something akin to a home town. Though prices may be rather high when it comes to houses here, the weather, the way of life and the general atmosphere make it a comfortable place with a quaint, home town aura about it. Colonial homes are also something that you can find in plenty in Newport – in fact, it has the highest concentration if such homes in all of the country.
