Location & identity
Providence’s westernmost neighborhood
Manton is the westernmost neighborhood in Providence, bordered by North Providence to the north and Johnston to the west, with the Woonasquatucket River marking the Johnston line. Rhode Island College’s campus sits just across the line in neighboring Mount Pleasant.
Named for Edward Manton, one of the area’s original landowners, Manton was farmland before mills arrived along the river in the 1800s. Today it is a residential neighborhood with a mix of single-family homes and multifamily housing.
Lifestyle & vibe
Where to spend your time
- Rhode Island College: campus events, performances, and athletics
- Woonasquatucket River: green space along the Johnston line
- Merino Park: a pedestrian bridge connects Manton to the riverside park in Hartford
- Triggs Memorial Golf Course: a public course on the neighborhood’s eastern edge
- Manton Avenue: everyday shopping and services
Manton is quiet and residential, with a college campus, the river, and easy access to Johnston and North Providence.
Value & everyday appeal
Market snapshot
Median sale price
~$550K
Redfin, September 2026
Owner-occupied tax
$8.40
Per $1,000, single-family (FY2027)
Multifamily tax
$7.55
Per $1,000, owner-occupied 2 to 5 family
Campus
Next door
Rhode Island College
- Housing mix: single-family homes, two- and three-family houses, and some newer construction
- Small samples: few sales each month, so prices can swing widely
- Near the line: compare homes in Johnston and North Providence too, since taxes differ
Manton offers a quieter setting on the edge of the city, with options for first-time buyers and owner-occupants seeking rental income.
Before you buy
What to know before buying in Manton:
- Homes near the river may need a flood zone review
- Compare total monthly costs with nearby Johnston and North Providence homes
- Older homes need inspections for lead paint, wiring, and heating
- Blocks near campus have more student rentals and traffic during the school year
Why people choose Manton
Manton offers value and quiet streets on Providence’s western edge. It suits buyers who want city services with a calmer, residential feel.
Junia works with Manton buyers and sellers in English and Haitian Creole, and can help you compare homes on both sides of the city line.
Homes for sale in and around Manton →
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History, block-by-block housing, tax math, transit, and a buyer checklist for Manton.
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Junia can walk you through the homes, pricing, and programs that fit your plans, in English or Haitian Creole.
Market figures: Redfin neighborhood data, September 2026 (small samples, so expect swings). Tax rates: City of Providence FY2027 Municipal Levy Ordinance. Figures change often; contact Junia for current numbers. Photos: Rhode Island College by Kenneth C. Zirkel (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons.
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