The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02828 sells for about $440,801, or $285 per square foot.
Prices are up +4.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 32 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,070 a month.
ZIP 02828 — Smithfield
The housing market in 02828 remains competitive with low inventory and steady price appreciation. Demand is driven by families seeking high-quality schools and a suburban lifestyle, though high interest rates have moderated the pace of sales compared to previous years. Figures for specific metrics like active inventory and price cuts are based on current local market reports.
This ZIP is ideal for families and professionals seeking a quiet, suburban environment with high-quality schools and convenient access to the Providence employment core.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 32 days on market with 2.8 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.7% · poverty 3.7% — 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 7.2%/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 4.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 02828, Providence County RI
Greenville (02828) maintains a low crime rate compared to the broader Providence metropolitan area, with property and violent crime incidents remaining consistently below state averages.
The area is served by the Smithfield Public School District, which is generally regarded for high academic performance and strong community engagement.
The region faces moderate risks from winter storms and occasional heavy rainfall, though it is not located in a high-risk coastal flood zone.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to Providence and the presence of local commercial hubs along Route 44, with steady demand for suburban residential development.
Property taxes are assessed by the Town of Smithfield based on local mill rates applied to the appraised value of real estate, with exemptions available for seniors and veterans.
Residents primarily commute by car to Providence via Route 44 or I-295, with typical drive times ranging from 20 to 30 minutes depending on traffic.
The area features access to local parks, the Smithfield Conservation Center, and proximity to recreational lakes and golf courses, providing a suburban lifestyle with ample green space.
The rental market is characterized by low vacancy rates and high demand, with limited multi-family inventory driving consistent rent growth.
The local economy is supported by a mix of retail, healthcare, and professional services, with many residents commuting to major employers in the Providence and Boston metro areas.
Transportation is heavily reliant on personal vehicles, with major access provided by Route 44 and I-295; public transit options are limited.
Development is focused on maintaining the suburban character of the town while allowing for controlled commercial expansion along major arterial roads.
The Town of Smithfield Assessor's office conducts periodic revaluations to ensure property assessments reflect current market conditions.
Parcels are subject to Smithfield town taxes and the Smithfield Public School District, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's low risk for major natural disasters compared to coastal Rhode Island.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 02828 profile.
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.
- Supercharged Entertainment4.517.8 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.515.1 mi
- United Skates of America4.310.8 mi
- R1 Indoor Karting | Time Mission, Dart City, Mission Box & Axe Bar4.68.1 mi
- Dave & Buster's Providence4.28.4 mi
- The Xfinity Center4.219.5 mi
- Supercharged Entertainment4.517.8 mi
- Amica Mutual Pavilion4.48.5 mi
- Rhode Island Convention Center4.48.6 mi
- Topgolf Rhode Island4.310.4 mi
- Bally's Lincoln3.96.1 mi
- Roger Williams Park Zoo4.69.9 mi
- Southwick's Zoo4.712.9 mi
- RISD Museum4.78.9 mi
- Lincoln Woods State Park4.67 mi
- RISD Museum4.78.9 mi
- Providence Children's Museum4.69.2 mi
- The Providence Athenaeum4.89 mi
- The WaterFire Arts Center4.77.7 mi
- AS220's Empire Street Complex4.58.7 mi
- Lincoln Woods State Park4.67 mi
- Roger Williams Park4.710.1 mi
- Slater Memorial Park4.611.5 mi
- Prospect Terrace4.78.9 mi
- Roger Williams Park Botanical Center4.710.5 mi
- Harbor Lights Dining Events Golf Marina4.416.2 mi
- Point Breeze4.217.6 mi
- East Providence Yacht Club4.310.2 mi
- Rhode Island Yacht Club4.612.1 mi
- Fairwinds Marina4.615.9 mi
- Topgolf Rhode Island4.310.4 mi
- Blissful Meadows Golf Club.4.512.1 mi
- Kirkbrae Country Club4.67.1 mi
- Triggs Memorial Golf Course4.26.3 mi
- Button Hole4.66.4 mi
- Providence Place4.48.4 mi
- Warwick Mall4.311.6 mi
- Garden City Center4.69.9 mi
- Emerald Square Mall412.1 mi
- Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport4.412.9 mi
- Boston Skydive Center55.2 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Extensive trails and natural areas for hiking and outdoor recreation.
Community park with sports fields and picnic areas.
Local retail hub serving the immediate Greenville area.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 21.4% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2025)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Research outlier held out — this pass returned a median of $535,000 (21.4% off the retained reading), contradicting every independent anchor; the prior reading stands pending corroboration. Validation: the flagged $535,000 (+21.4% vs the published ten-year series (2025)) could not be independently corroborated and was reverted to the prior cycle value pending review; the case is under review in the Command Center.