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To search for East Greenwich, RI real estate and homes for sale click here, for East Greenwich relocation information click here, or to request East Greenwich, Rhode Island school demographics and information click here. East Greenwich, Rhode Island is located in the geographic center of state. It also is the eighth oldest community in Rhode Island. With a population of over 12,000, the city of East Greenwich provides an interesting mix of the old and the new. The land upon which East Greenwich now sits was once home to the Pequot Indians. Acquired by the English King Charles II in in 1644, East Greenwich was incorporated as a town in 1677. Primarily a farming community in its early years, the town quickly became a leading trade center of the region due to its protected harbor on Narragansett Bay. The influx of international trade and fishing precipitated a growing need for goods and services, which was quickly met by the establishment of industry in the 19th century. Textiles, brushes, machinery and ships were all among the goods manufactured at mills in and around East Greenwich, and many of the historic mill sites have been lovingly preserved to this day. These combined with the storied downtown area provide a reminder of the town's proud heritage, celebrated by residents and visitors alike. Today, East Greenwich is a diverse community with a strong, thriving economy. Situated within a short distance of several major highways and in close proximity to New England's commercial and academic centers, East Greenwich provides the charm of a main street community along with all the conveniences enjoyed by a larger city. Through this site you will find comprehensive facts about East Greenwich, RI real estate, as well as extensive information on buying or selling real estate in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. If you are looking to invest in East Greenwich real estate you will find a variety of opportunities available to you. East Greenwich offers residential homes, new construction, condominiums (condos), adult living communities (55+ communities), retirement homes and facilities, land, waterfront properties and multi-family investment properties. East Greenwich, RI, and the surrounding areas offer vacation homes, farms, equine and country properties. To search the Rhode Island MLS (multiple listings service) also referred to as RI MLS, for properties in East Greenwich, Rhode Island based on a keyword search, click on the following: East Greenwich, Rhode Island Condominium East Greenwich, Rhode Island Adult Living communities East Greenwich, Rhode Island Homes and Homes for Sale East Greenwich, Rhode Island Investment Property East Greenwich, Rhode Island Waterfront Property East Greenwich, Rhode Island Farms, Land and View Property Click the links below to sign up for our FREE Home Search Service and receive real-time or daily updates on real estate in East Greenwich, RI. East Greenwich, Rhode Island Real Estate East Greenwich, Rhode Island Homes East Greenwich, Rhode Island MLS (RIMLS)
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Feel free to contact any of the Virtual Homes network members by clicking on any of the highlighted links below. RHODE ISLAND: THE MOSTThe state of Rhode Island boasts so much history that it is practically a living museum. This tiny coastal state has one of the country's highest concentations of historic landmarks. While the Gilded Age mansions of Newport are probably Rhode Island's most famous historic attraction, remnants of the state's colorful past can be found in every corner of its 1200-square-mile expanse. Rhode Island was founded by Roger Williams in 1636, who established the first permanent white settlement on land he had purchased from the local Narragansett Indians. Forced to flee Massachusetts due to persecution, Williams founded the colony as a haven for religious and political freedom, attracting settlers who would not be welcome amidst the strict religious climate of the Puritans at Plymouth and Massachusetts Bay. On May 4, 1776, Rhode Island renounced its allegiance to Great Britain and declared independence; it was the first of the thirteen colonies to do so. At the close of the Revolutionary War, independed-minded Rhode Islanders demanded the addition of the Bill of Rights, which protects individual liberties, before the state would ratify the U.S. Constitution. The Revolutionary War era was followed by a period of industrial expansion. Samuel Slater established the nation's first water-powered cotton mill at Pawtucket in 1793; it was this development that signaled the beginning of America's Industrial Revolution. Nehemiah and Seril Dodge established the American jewel industry in Providence in the early 1800's, placing the city at the forefront of the industrial age. Today, Rhode Island remains a leader in American industry; Providence, the state's capital city, has emerged as a retail center and hotbed of international commerce. At the same time, the countryside offers escape for residents and seasonal visitors alike, with classic New England town squares and restored colonial-era villages. The state's 400-mile shoreline offers bountiful opportunities for sailing and fishing, while over 100 beaches feature clambakes, music festivals, picnic areas and much more. The historic city of Newport boasts a colorful history of nearly 400 years; one of America's oldest commercial seaports, Newport has become a major tourist attraction with numerous colonial landmarks, historic boatyards, village shops and the famed "summer cottages" of the early 20th century, which served as getaways for the country's most powerful families in the late Victorian era. A living shrine to America's fabled past, Newport embodies Rhode Island's historic pride, while bustling Providence and its surrounding communities supply a crucial progressive edge for the future. Rhode Island Facts: Climate: Government: Taxes: Licenses and Fees:
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