The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 02893 sells for about $400,000, or $295 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.24% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 27 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,303 a month.
ZIP 02893 — West Warwick
The residential market in ZIP 02893 is defined by tight inventory and sustained competition, characteristic of a seller's market. Properties are moving quickly at or above asking price, though the rental market shows signs of cooling. Months of supply and effective tax rate data are not published at the ZIP level.
Fits family buyers and local commuters seeking more accessible price points compared to the nearby affluent coastal markets, though competition for inventory remains high.
Median prices moved up 5.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 27 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 102% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.2% · poverty 9.6% — a stable, low-distress profile.
ZCTA 02893, Kent County RI
Reported crime trends in West Warwick are generally consistent with suburban Rhode Island averages. The area is typically perceived as a stable, working-to-middle-class residential community.
The ZIP is served by West Warwick Public Schools. Prevailing characterizations often highlight steady performance, though specific ratings fluctuate by school.
The area is subject to standard New England climate risks, including potential for winter storm damage and localized flooding. Property insurance remains standard for the region.
Growth is driven by the broader Providence-Warwick metropolitan economy. Infrastructure maintenance and regional commercial corridors provide the primary economic momentum.
Taxation is governed by the Town of West Warwick. The structure relies on property assessments based on local valuations, with tax rates set annually by the Town Council.
Centrally located in Rhode Island, providing accessible drive-times to Providence for commuters via I-95 and local corridors.
Access to local town parks, nearby ponds and lakes, and proximity to shopping and dining along the main commercial arteries of West Warwick.
Market shows high demand for rental inventory. Recent cooling in median rents suggests a potential easing of the acute pressure seen in prior periods.
Mixed industry base with a focus on service, retail, and manufacturing. Significant reliance on the broader Providence-Warwick labor market.
Focus on infill development and housing maintenance; no major mega-projects currently reported at the ZIP level.
Parcels are subject to municipal levies; special districts are limited to standard utility and fire district assessments.
Standard residential property insurance environment for Rhode Island.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 02893 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.
- United Skates of America4.314.1 mi
- R1 Indoor Karting | Time Mission, Dart City, Mission Box & Axe Bar4.614.8 mi
- Dave & Buster's Providence4.211 mi
- Funcity Trampoline Park Seekonk, MA4.212.3 mi
- Sky Zone Trampoline Park4.114.2 mi
- Amica Mutual Pavilion4.410.7 mi
- Rhode Island Convention Center4.410.8 mi
- Topgolf Rhode Island4.35.5 mi
- Providence Performing Arts Center4.810.7 mi
- Newport Vineyards4.216.8 mi
- Roger Williams Park Zoo4.68.9 mi
- Colt State Park4.811.4 mi
- RISD Museum4.711.1 mi
- Showcase Cinemas Warwick4.42.1 mi
- Apple Cinemas Warwick Mall4.33.3 mi
- The Breakers4.718.9 mi
- RISD Museum4.711.1 mi
- Marble House4.719.1 mi
- Lizzie Borden House (A Bed and Breakfast & Museum)4.818.7 mi
- The Elms4.718.2 mi
- Colt State Park4.811.4 mi
- Roger Williams Park4.79.2 mi
- Goddard Memorial State Park4.64.8 mi
- Rocky Point State Park4.77.8 mi
- Roger Williams Park Botanical Center4.78.7 mi
- Bowen's Wharf4.717.4 mi
- The Cove | Restaurant & Marina4.318.6 mi
- Herreshoff Marine Museum4.712.8 mi
- Harbor Lights Dining Events Golf Marina4.46.8 mi
- New York Yacht Club Harbour Court4.717.9 mi
- Topgolf Rhode Island4.35.5 mi
- Triggs Memorial Golf Course4.210.5 mi
- Harbor Lights Dining Events Golf Marina4.46.8 mi
- North Kingstown Golf Course4.17.7 mi
- Button Hole4.69.9 mi
- Providence Place4.411.1 mi
- Warwick Mall4.33.3 mi
- Garden City Center4.65.9 mi
- Shaw's4.212.2 mi
- Dave's Fresh Marketplace/Wickford4.78.6 mi
- Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport4.45.3 mi
- Boston Skydive Center516.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A local trail system providing outdoor recreation space.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the published ten-year series (2025) (within 12.5%).