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History
East Greenwich was discovered by the General Assembly in 1677 in an effort to coagulate claims of land against those of Narrangansett Proprietors and Connecticut. The General Assembly allotted 5,000 acres of land and gave lots to inhabitants who will choose to settle in this area. The locals accepted the offer quickly, and the town’s rapid development helped delay the plans of Connecticut in shoving their boundary eastward. As a result, Rhode Island was the sole state town developed by a government act and not by commercial interests. The Narragansett Proprietors tried to stay in the land in north Wickford that extended beyond the East Greenwich land, but Sir Edmund Andros, a governor of Massachusetts and had the power to resolve the disagreement, ruled on the side of the existing settlement of East Greenwich.
The government had released the formerly reserved waterfront land in small lots in 18th century. Starting in the year 1711, the local government awarded the lots to anyone who is willing to pay 1 shilling and promise to construct a minimum-sized commercial structure. A village was developed by 1725 with a graveyard and schoolhouse, but the town’s citizens complained that going to meetings was hard because of its size, which then brought about the separation of West Greenwich in its own village in the year 1741. East Greenwich put up a courthouse when the town was named as the shire town of Kent County that was detached in 1750 from the Providence County.
Area and Climate
East Greenwich lies in the middle of the state of Rhode Island, alongside Narragansett Bay’s west shore. Greenwich Cove is known for its numerous waterfront restaurants and small marinas. East Greenwich is the richest town in Rhode Island.
A small, usual town street in New England, Main Street offers fantastic dining and shopping opportunities. The Hill and Harbor region’s walking tour enables you to go back in time to the early periods of Revolution.
The town receives 45” of rain each year, which is higher than the US average of 37”. It receives 35” of snowfall yearly, which is also higher than what an average US city receives every year (25”). East Greenwich has 201 sunny days, with July having the highest temperature of about 82 degrees and January having the lowest temperature of 21 degrees.
Real Estate and Cost of Living
The approximate value of a condo or home in 2000 was $238,100 and $449,291 in 2011.
2011’s mean cost for all home units was $595,115, $481,407 for townhomes and attached units, $614,233 for detached homes, $85,365 for mobile homes, $289,783 for 2-unit structures, $625,684 for 3- to 4-unit structures, and $432,454 for 5-unit structures or more.
The town’s cost of living in March 2012 was 402.3, which is extremely high than the US average of 100.
Lifestyle and Things to Do
Known as a dining destination in Southern Rhode Island, East Greenwich boasts of a broad range of excellent restaurants that vary from diverse establishments in Main Street to waterfront dining. Varnum Memorial Armory can also be found on Main Street, a place where you get to see armaments and uniforms from the Revolution all through Vietnam. Likewise, Main Street is famous as a bridal capital of Rhode Island, lined with lovely stores that feature stylish gifts and clothing, from eye-catching wedding gowns to valuable antiques. To get to know the history of South County, you can visit the New England Wireless and Steam Museum, Odeum Theatre and Varnum House Museum.
A lot of clubs, dining places and bars lie on the waterfront. In addition, the East Greenwich Cove has a spacious boat parking. You will find a public dock that is great for eating and fishing, as well as a dock that has a small beach. Goddard Memorial State Park is located across from the coast, featuring numerous beaches that consist of Sandy Point. It also gives you a quick entrance from East Greenwich Cove.
Amenities
Lifestyle
| Property/Community Type | : | Condo |
| Golf Facility(Within 10 Mile Radius) | : | Yes |
| Coastal Area(Within 10 Mile Radius) | : | Yes |
| Mountain/foot hills area(Within 10 Mile Radius) | : | No |
| Lake Property(Within 10 Mile Radius) | : | No |
| College Town(College or University Within 15 Mile Radius) | : | No |
| Size of Community/Town(25 Mile Radius Estimated) | : | |
| Fitness Facility(Within 2 Mile Radius) | : | Yes |
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