Providence metro, RI relocation guide
Moving to Raynham, RI
$684,950Median listing price
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About Raynham
Raynham, founded by Elizabeth Pole — the first woman to found a town in America — was the site of the colonies' earliest successful iron works (1652) and remains a commercial crossroads at Routes 24, 44, and I-495. The town balances big-box retail corridors with the 300-acre Borden Colony recreation complex, ponds, and conservation land.
Home prices in Raynham
The median listing price in Raynham is $684,950.
Top places in Raynham
- Borden Colony Recreation Area — 300-acre town complex with sports fields, farmland, and trails.
- Johnson's Pond — public pond for fishing, boating, and picnicking.
- Forge River Conservation Area — river and forest trails.
- Taunton Iron Works site — marker at the 1652 iron works on the Two Mile River (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Raynham Flea Market — longtime weekend market.
Commuting from Raynham
- Approximate drive to downtown Providence: 30–40 minutes via I-495 and I-95 (approximate; varies with traffic).
Raynham FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Raynham, RI?
The median listing price in Raynham is $684,950. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Raynham, RI?
Approximate drive to downtown Providence: 30–40 minutes via I-495 and I-95 (approximate; varies with traffic).
Town links
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.