Moving to Swansea, RI

About Swansea

Swansea is a coastal-suburban town between Providence and Fall River with a historic village center, waterfront neighborhoods on Mount Hope Bay, and a strong farming tradition. Swansea Village's 17th- and 18th-century streetscapes, the beaches of Ocean Grove, and working farms like Simcock Farm give it a layered, small-town character.

Home prices in Swansea

The median listing price in Swansea is $544,000.

Top places in Swansea

• Abram's Rock — large puddingstone formation with walking trails in Swansea Village Park.
• Swansea Village Historic District — Main Street lined with 18th- and 19th-century houses (shown in the Commons photo below).
• Ocean Grove — waterfront neighborhood with beaches on Mount Hope Bay.
• Cole River — kayaking and riverside scenery (shown in the Commons photo below).
• Simcock Farm — fourth-generation working farm with ice cream and farm animals.
• J.G. Luther Museum — Swansea Historical Society museum.

Commuting from Swansea

• Approximate drive to downtown Providence: 20–30 minutes via I-195 (approximate; varies with traffic).

Schools in Swansea

Public schools: Swansea 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.

Swansea FAQs

• What is the housing market like in Swansea, RI?
  The median listing price in Swansea is $544,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026
• How is the commute from Swansea, RI?
  Approximate drive to downtown Providence: 20–30 minutes via I-195 (approximate; varies with traffic).
• Which school district serves Swansea, RI?
  Swansea is served by Swansea Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.

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