Rhode Island only measures approximately 37 miles wide and 48 miles long. Among the U.S. states, it is considered the smallest. However, even if Rhode Island has a small area, it is recognized as the Ocean State due to its large coastline which is more than 400 miles. Rhode Island was discovered by Roger Williams in 1636 when he was exiled from the Massachusetts colony due to his strong belief in the separation of church and state. 

Newport became the focal point for trade and shopping during the colonial period. Rhode Island was leading in the Industrial Revolution and the development of textile mills in the 19th century. In 1899, the first National Lawn Tennis Championship was held in Rhode Island. Rhode Island became a state on May 29, 1790. The capital of Rhode Island is Providence. Some of the famous personalities who live in Rhode Island include actor James Woods, authors Jhumpa Lahiri and Cormac MacCarthy, U.S. Army officer Ambrose Burnside, and TV personality Meredith Vieira. Condos in Rhode Island are very appealing due to their incredible ocean views.

Just like the nation as a whole, the population of Rhode Island continues to grow and become more diversified. The population of Rhode Island has risen to 4.3% over the past decade alone. While the percentage of White residents has decreased by 8.6%, from 81.4% in 2010 to 71.3% in 2020, the continuing growth in non-white populations has contributed to Rhode Island’s development. The increase of Latino or Hispanic population in the state is almost 40%.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the estimated population of Rhode Island as of July 1, 2021, is 1,095,610. This is composed of 83.6% White alone people, 8.5% Black or African American alone people, 3.7% Asian alone people, 16.3% Hispanic or Latino, 1.1% Alaska Native and American Indian alone, 0.2% Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander alone, 71.4% While alone (not Latino or Hispanic), and 2.9% individuals who have two or more races.

In 2019, their population is approximately 1.06 million with a median age of 40.1. Rhode Island has a median household income of $71,169 in 2019 which shows a slight increase from $64,340 in 2018. In Rhode Island, none of the households speak a non-English language at their home. Ninety-four percent of the people residing in Rhode Island are U.S. citizens.

Most parts of Rhode Island are experiencing a humid continental climate, with cold winters and warm summers. While the southern coastal portions of the state will mostly experience an expansive transition into subtropical climates, with cool winters and hot summers along with some rain and snow. Meanwhile, an oceanic climate will be experienced in Block Island.

The climate in Rhode Island is milder compared to the other New England states. The average temperature during summer is between 63°F to 81°F and between 21°F to 36°F during the winter. Meanwhile, there is an even distribution of precipitation throughout the year. During the summer months, you are required to wear cottons and linens, while during the winter months, you should wear heavyweights along with some additional bundling.

If you are planning to visit Rhode Island, then the best time is during summer from June to August. The days are longer and brighter, in addition, the temperature could range from warm to hot. It is humid along the coast during the month of July. Most often, rainfalls could only lead to occasional thunderstorms. Summer is the perfect time for snorkeling, surfing, cruising the ocean, or simply relaxing on the pristine beaches near Rhode Island condos. Spring is sometimes inconsistent, with mild to cold temperatures and unpredicted precipitation such as snow or rain.

In Rhode Island, the best top-ranked private schools are Good Shepherd Catholic Regional School, St. George's School, and Rocky Hill School. The top ten schools in Rhode Island are Classical High School in Providence, Barrington High School in Barrington, East Greenwich High in East Greenwich, Portsmouth High School in Portsmouth, North Kingstown Senior High in North Kingstown, Blackstone Valley Prep High in Cumberland, South Kingstown High in Wakefield, Exeter-West Greenwich Regional in West Greenwich, Paul Cuffee Upper School in Providence, and finally, Chariho High School in Wood River Junction. 

According to realtors, today is the hottest seller’s market, specifically in Rhode Island. For over a year now, people from out of state have been purchasing Rhode Island condos for sale near the beach, offering more competition to budget-friendly houses. Compared to other states, most buyers are greatly attracted to the coastal communities of Washington, Newport, and Bristol counties. Newport Rhode Island condos for sale have definitely created a huge impact on the sales of apartment buildings and two-family homes.

More Affordable
Compared to single family homes, condos for sale in Newport Rhode Island are more affordable. With a lower mortgage and a lower down payment, you can easily start building your equity.

More Secured
You can find that most Providence, Rhode Island condos for sale provide a secured door or a secured gate to their building. Some Westerly, Rhode Island condos for sale install cameras at the front entry or at the gate. Hence, it is less likely that you can find some people wandering in front of your condo. Also, you have neighbors next door who can watch over you.

Carefree Lifestyle
Having your own home means that you will have to do the repairs when needed. On the other hand, if you own a condo in Rhode Island, then everything will be taken care of by the condo association. Hence, rather than spending your weekend repairing your house, you could spend this time enjoying life in new condos in Rhode Island.