Providence neighborhood
Living in Fox Point
Wickenden Street, Wayland Square and the WaterWelcome to
Fox Point
Fox Point and Wayland Square sit on the south end of the East Side, with the shops of Wickenden Street and Wayland Square and the waterfront at India Point Park.
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Fox Point has deep Portuguese and Cape Verdean roots and a real neighborhood feel. Wayland Square, just up the road, is quieter and more polished. They sit close together, and they feel different.
What It’s Like
Wickenden Street is the main strip in Fox Point, with cafes, restaurants and independent shops. India Point Park gives you the water, a path along the bay and room for the dog.
Wayland Square has its own small cluster of shops and restaurants, and Blackstone Boulevard, with its walking path, is a short drive north.
Getting Around
I-195 is right here, so getting out of the city is easy, and downtown is close enough to walk on a nice day. The East Bay Bike Path starts just across the river.
Real Estate in Fox Point
Fox Point has smaller historic homes and multi-families on tight streets. Around Wayland Square you will see larger homes and condo buildings. If you are comparing the two, we should walk both.
Top photo: Timothy Burling from Fall River, Massachusetts, USA, CC BY 2.0
FAQ
Questions about Fox Point
Don’t see yours? Ask me directly and I’ll give you a straight answer.
Ask Jess01What is the difference between Fox Point and Wayland Square?
Fox Point is denser and more of a mixed, walkable neighborhood around Wickenden Street. Wayland Square is quieter, with larger homes and condo buildings around its shops.
02Can I get to the water from Fox Point?
Yes. India Point Park is at the bottom of the neighborhood, with a path along the bay.
03Is Fox Point good for a multi-family?
It can be. There are multi-families on many of its streets. I run the numbers and check the rental rules on any building with you before you offer.
Local advice
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