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Hi guys- if you don't remember me, I was asking about "leafy" places to live in and around Providence. I finally moved from Kansas City (phew!), am staying in Vermont, and made a trip to look for apartments in Providence last week. I narrowed it down to several areas but wanted to get some opinions. I saw a beautiful apartment off of Benefit Street on Arnold St, which I would share with 2 roommates in a 3 bedroom. No parking and tight quarters are the major downfalls but I loved the area and Benefit Street (nice and "leafy") and the locations is great for me considering I will work at Rhode Island Hospital. Next, I saw a beautiful 2 bedroom (I would need a roommate) in Riverside that has a nice view of Narragansett Bay from the kitchen, bedroom, and another room. Nice backyard, plenty of parking space, and close to a park on the water and bike path. Downfalls are a funky/somewhat dumpy neighborhood, nowhere to hang out, no cafes, bars, or restaurants that look decent. Finally, I considered Newport although I didn't see any places there because I didn't know about the commute. I noticed that the monthly ferry passes are $45/month and have heard that parts of Newport are cool but wondered if anyone had more opinions about living there. So, any opinions about these three options: Benefit St., Riverside, or Newport, would be MUCH appreciated as I need to make a decision SOON! Thanks!

Hello. I am still looking for a place in/around Providence and wondered if anyone could tell me how the area around Pidge Ave at East Ave is? Any thoughts/opinions are welcome! Thanks.

I see- well, I think the cottage was rented- it sounded perfect. However, the guy has flaked on the renter once before (they're giving him another chance) so at least I am waiting in the wings. They're sending me pictures anyway- I am interested to see it. The fact that it is antique yet restored with a small main street nearby sounds really nice....oh well, I'll keep looking. Thanks again.

Frankie811- how do I get to the message? Thanks so much for your help.

Garris, Thanks for your help with the hunt for the ideal spot in or around Providence. I have a vision that I will find the perfect spot- whether it is "leafy" or rural. I was thinking that a relaxing spot would be nice with less traffic, people, and "hub-bub" but I am not very excited about a hectic commute either. I found some of the towns that you mentioned on the map- I wonder if there is any other smallish town on the water that would be pleasantly hassle-free...? Does anyone live in Newport year-round? Anyway, I will keep you posted with addresses once I do more research-- thanks again for your help! Great to hear that you work at the hospital- and there is still some time for an outside interest (great photos!)!

Really? I have seen a bunch of listings for 1 bdrm apts for $6-700 on Craig's list and the Brown housing website. Of course, I don't know the neighborhoods as well.... as for transportation, I will have a car.

This thread has been very helpful to read as I am planning my move back to New England after 10 years of living on the west and midwest. I am really hoping that you folks can help me- I am a poor graduate student starting a position at Brown (Hasbro hospital) in September and am hoping to find a one-bedroom apt. in a location that is a bit off the beaten path. I am kind of burnt out on city living, yet don't know where around Providence might be somewhat rural yet interesting (NOT suburban). Please set me straight if this is not possible but I do have visions of a cottage-like place on the water or in a rural area- would anything like that exist that is not extremely expensive or an extremely long commute? My goal is to spend around $6-700/month. Any thoughts would be much appreciated.