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Moving to Easton, RI
$699,950Median listing price
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About Easton
Easton is a suburb between Providence and Boston shaped by the 19th-century Ames family — shovel-manufacturing magnates whose Richardson-designed landmarks still define North Easton village. Borderland State Park, the Ames family's former estate, anchors the town's outdoor life alongside a commuter-friendly location.
Home prices in Easton
The median listing price in Easton is $699,950.
Top places in Easton
- Borderland State Park — 1,800-acre former Ames estate with the stone Ames Mansion, 20+ miles of trails, ponds, and disc golf (shown in the Commons photo below).
- The Rockery — Frederick Law Olmsted's Civil War memorial cairn in North Easton (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Oakes Ames Memorial Hall — H.H. Richardson's 1881 landmark in the North Easton historic district.
- Sheep Pasture — Natural Resources Trust of Easton property with trails and a working farm.
Commuting from Easton
- Approximate drive to downtown Providence: 30–40 minutes via I-495 and I-95 (approximate; varies with traffic).
Schools in Easton
Public schools: Easton Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Easton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Easton, RI?
The median listing price in Easton is $699,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Easton, RI?
Approximate drive to downtown Providence: 30–40 minutes via I-495 and I-95 (approximate; varies with traffic). - Which school district serves Easton, RI?
Easton is served by Easton Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.