The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02904 sells for about $385,000, or $248 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 $1,289 a month.
ZIP 02904 — Providence
The 02904 housing market remains stable with steady demand for residential properties, supported by its proximity to Providence's core employment centers. While inventory remains tight, price growth has moderated compared to previous years. Some figures, such as specific permit data, were not available at the ZIP level and are omitted.
This ZIP is well-suited for first-time homebuyers, urban professionals, and renters seeking proximity to Providence's employment and educational hubs.
Median prices moved up 4.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 32 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 99.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.4% · poverty 17.3% — a mixed stability 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 8.5%/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 3.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 02904, Providence County RI
Crime rates in the 02904 area are generally higher than the national average, consistent with urban density patterns in the Providence metropolitan region.
Schools serving the area are part of the Providence Public School District, which faces ongoing challenges regarding performance metrics and resource allocation.
The area is primarily urban with standard flood and wind risks associated with the coastal Rhode Island climate; insurance premiums are influenced by regional storm exposure.
Economic momentum is driven by the broader Providence healthcare and education sectors, with steady infill development and renovation of existing housing stock.
Property taxes are assessed at the municipal level by the City of Providence, with rates applied to the assessed value of real estate; exemptions exist for owner-occupied primary residences.
Residents benefit from proximity to I-95 and I-146, providing direct access to downtown Providence and the broader New England employment corridor.
The area features access to local parks and green spaces, with proximity to the shopping and dining districts of North Providence and downtown Providence.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and low vacancy rates, driven by the area's proximity to local universities and the urban employment core.
The economy is anchored by the healthcare, education, and government sectors in Providence, with a diverse mix of small businesses and retail.
The area is served by RIPTA bus routes and provides easy access to major highway interchanges for regional commuting.
Development is focused on urban revitalization and the adaptive reuse of existing commercial and residential structures.
The City of Providence Assessor's office manages property valuations, with periodic revaluations conducted to align with market conditions.
Parcels are subject to municipal taxes and the Providence Public School District levies.
Property insurance costs are reflective of the regional coastal risk profile and the age of the housing stock.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
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.
- Gillette Stadium4.617.8 mi
- The Xfinity Center4.214.1 mi
- Supercharged Entertainment4.514.1 mi
- Patriot Place4.617.7 mi
- Amica Mutual Pavilion4.43.1 mi
- Bally's Lincoln3.91.6 mi
- Roger Williams Park Zoo4.65.4 mi
- RISD Museum4.73.2 mi
- Lincoln Woods State Park4.62.1 mi
- Showcase Cinema de Lux North Attleboro4.67.7 mi
- RISD Museum4.73.2 mi
- Lizzie Borden House (A Bed and Breakfast & Museum)4.818.5 mi
- Providence Children's Museum4.63.7 mi
- Blithewold Manor, Gardens & Arboretum4.717.1 mi
- The Providence Athenaeum4.83.2 mi
- Lincoln Woods State Park4.62.1 mi
- Roger Williams Park4.75.3 mi
- Slater Memorial Park4.64.8 mi
- Rocky Point State Park4.712.7 mi
- Roger Williams Park Botanical Center4.76 mi
- The Cove | Restaurant & Marina4.317.9 mi
- Herreshoff Marine Museum4.716.4 mi
- Harbor Lights Dining Events Golf Marina4.412.7 mi
- East Providence Yacht Club4.34.3 mi
- Rhode Island Yacht Club4.67.3 mi
- Topgolf Rhode Island4.38 mi
- Kirkbrae Country Club4.65.6 mi
- Triggs Memorial Golf Course4.22.6 mi
- Swansea Country Club4.411.2 mi
- Wentworth Hills Country Club3.910.6 mi
- Wrentham Village Premium Outlets4.512.7 mi
- Providence Place4.42.8 mi
- Warwick Mall4.310 mi
- Garden City Center4.67.4 mi
- Emerald Square Mall47.1 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Provides local green space and recreational facilities for residents.
Major regional shopping and entertainment destination located nearby.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2024) (within 12.5%).