Bristol : Rhode Island
Living a Boating Lifestyle in Bristol, Rhode_Island
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Where to Retire in Bristol and Home Prices
According to Zillow.com, the median home value in mid-2022 was $523,769, which reflects a 25,6% increase over the past year.
What Is Special about Bristol
Bristol is located on the water and is a very walkable college town. Because of it's location, it is a boating community which offers beautiful scenery and many outdoor activities.
What Is Not Special about Bristol
Bristol does experience winters; median sale price of homes is high; property taxes are higher in Bristol than in most other Rhode Island counties.
Climate and Physical Environment
The average January temperature is 29 degress; the average July temperature is 74; The annual snowfall is about 33 inches.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
Bristol has a waterfront Historical District; The America's Cup Hall of Fame is located in Bristol; The biggest celebration in Bristol occurs during the summer for two weeks in honor of Independence Day.
Crime
Bristol has a very low crime rate.
Medical Facilities
St. Anne's Hospital is 14 miles away in Fall River, MA.
Transportation
Amtrak is 13 miles away in Providence; The nearest large airport is also in Providence and is about 25 miles away from Bristol.
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