Providence neighborhood
Living in Downtown Providence
Lofts, Theaters and the RiverwalkWelcome to
Downtown Providence
Downtown Providence puts converted lofts and condos steps from theaters, restaurants and the riverwalk, with Providence Station right there for the trip to Boston.
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If you want to leave the car parked, this is the place. Work, dinner, a show and the train are all a walk away.
What It’s Like
Waterplace Park and the riverwalk run through the middle of it all, and WaterFire lights up the rivers on select evenings. The Providence Performing Arts Center and Trinity Rep keep the calendar full.
The Arcade, one of the oldest indoor shopping centers in the country, is a good example of how the old buildings here have found new lives.
Getting Around
Providence Station has Amtrak and MBTA commuter rail to Boston. Kennedy Plaza is the main RIPTA bus hub, and I-95 and I-195 meet just outside downtown.
Real Estate Downtown
This is condo and loft territory, a lot of it in converted historic buildings. Always read the association documents and ask about fees, reserves and parking. Those details can matter as much as the unit itself.
Top photo: Jef Nickerson, CC BY-SA 2.0
FAQ
Questions about Downtown Providence
Don’t see yours? Ask me directly and I’ll give you a straight answer.
Ask Jess01What should I check before buying a downtown condo?
The association documents, the monthly fee, the reserves and how parking works. I go through them with you before your offer is final.
02Can I commute to Boston from downtown Providence?
Yes. Providence Station has Amtrak and MBTA commuter rail service to Boston.
03Do I need a car downtown?
Many people get by without one day to day. Restaurants, theaters, the train and the bus hub are all walkable.
Local advice
Before you buy or sell
