About East Greenwich

Sixteen miles south of Providence, East Greenwich is the wealthiest municipality in Rhode Island and home to almost 13,000 residents. Named for a town in England, East Greenwich was home to the first navy in the western hemisphere in 1777 and served as the state capital until 1854. Residents of an apartment or home rental in East Greenwich find that the area is conveniently located just 20 minutes away from Providence, allowing for easy access to the downtown area. The majority of residents are relatively wealthy homeowners with high-profile occupations. TF Green International Airport is just a few minutes away and provides a wide selection of flights. East Greenwich’s waterfront location provides wonderful recreational opportunities. Fishing is a popular pastime, either by boat or off one of the area’s many docks. The Goddard Memorial State Park includes a marina and Sandy Point Beach. East Greenwich Cove is the area’s waterfront row of entertainment and restaurants and features convenient boat parking. Residents of an East Greenwich house or apartment for rent are served by a unique public education system with 2 elementary schools, 2 intermediate schools for grades 4 through 6, 2 middle schools for 7 and 8, and a high school. Other local attractions include East Greenwich Historic District, Kent County Courthouse, Tillinghast Mill Site, Col. Micah Whitmarsh House, and Windmill Cottage.

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