Location & identity
One of the East Side’s oldest communities
Mount Hope is one of six East Side neighborhoods, bounded by Rochambeau Avenue, Hope Street, Olney Street, and the rail line and I-95 to the west. Camp Street runs through its center, and the historic North Burial Ground lies within it.
Mount Hope has deep roots: in the 1800s it was home to one of Providence’s earliest free Black communities, and it has long been a center of Cape Verdean American life. Its oldest surviving house, the Jeremiah Dexter Farmhouse, dates to 1754.
Lifestyle & vibe
Where to spend your time
- Camp Street: the neighborhood’s central street and community gathering point
- Mount Hope Community Garden: shared garden plots and green space
- Hope Street: restaurants, cafes, and shops along the eastern edge
- North Burial Ground: a historic landscape for quiet walks
- North Main Street: everyday retail and errands
Mount Hope feels neighborly and grounded, with East Side conveniences close by and a strong sense of community history.
Value & everyday appeal
Market snapshot
Median sale price
~$800K
3 months ending June 2026, Redfin
Time on market
~30 days
Median, June 2026
Owner and renter mix
~50/50
2020 Census
Multifamily tax
$7.55
Per $1,000, owner-occupied 2 to 5 family
- Housing mix: single-family homes, two- and three-family houses, and some apartment complexes
- East Side access: close to Hope Street, Brown, and downtown
- Prices vary: by size and condition, so recent nearby sales matter
Mount Hope offers East Side location with a wider mix of home types, including multifamily options for owner-occupants.
Before you buy
What to know before buying in Mount Hope:
- Homes near Hope Street move quickly, so get pre-approved first
- Older homes need inspections for lead paint, wiring, and heating
- Blocks near North Main Street and I-95 have more traffic than interior streets
- Review rents and leases closely on multifamily purchases
Why people choose Mount Hope
Mount Hope combines community history with East Side convenience. It suits buyers who want a neighborhood feel close to Hope Street and downtown.
Junia works with Mount Hope buyers and sellers in English and Haitian Creole, and can help you compare single-family and multifamily homes side by side.
Homes for sale in and around Mount Hope →
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History, block-by-block housing, tax math, transit, and a buyer checklist for Mount Hope.
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Market figures: Redfin neighborhood data, June 2026 (small samples, so expect swings). Owner and renter mix: 2020 Census. Tax rates: City of Providence FY2027 Municipal Levy Ordinance. Figures change often; contact Junia for current numbers. Photos: Mount Hope Community Garden, fire station, and American Mathematical Society photos by Kenneth C. Zirkel (CC BY-SA 4.0), via Wikimedia Commons.
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