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Providence, RI

Providence, Rhode Island, is one of the nation's oldest cities that has played a very important role in the state's history. As the state's capital, Providence is a great place to check out all of the government buildings where the state's leaders make important decisions for those who call Providence and other Rhode Island cities home. Providence's housing market is cheaper than some other Rhode Island communities, and it offers houses at a cheaper price than other cities in the New England area.

Waterplace Park is the heart of the city's cultural and entertainment scene, and it is one of the areas where you will find a lot of people gathered on a magical Rhode Island evening in the summer. You can find a lot of amazing restaurants in the area as well as chefs have seized the opportunity to set up shop in this prime location. RISD Museum showcases a collection of fine art that is on par with any on the East Coast. An afternoon at the museum will allow you to brush up on the works of classic painters. The Roger Williams Park Zoo gives children a chance to see the animals that they read about in books up close and personal. The WaterFire Art Institute is one of the city's newer attractions that is giving the city's local arts scene a big boost and putting Providence on the map for its talented artists.

Over 175,000 people call Providence home, and the city's top employers include the state government, the Department of the Navy, and the staff at Brown University. Providence is also home to the Providence Friars who play basketball at a very high level. Those who are looking to purchase a home in Providence will want to look in the Federal Hill area to capture the best views that the city has to offer. College Hill and Fox Point are other neighborhoods that are known for their schools and safety.

In general, Providence public schools have a poor reputation, so those looking to rent or buy a home will want to make sure that they do their homework if this is something that is important to parents. Traffic in Providence is not nearly as big of a problem as it is in Boston, but there are times throughout the day when you will get stuck in bumper to bumper traffic on I-95. RIPTA is the area's public transit provider, and for a low fare, you can get around the greater Providence area with ease. All in all, Providence offers its residents a good quality of life with a lot of excellent dining options, good shopping, and easy access to other East Coast cities.