These are the top 5 reasons why you should move to Charlestown, RI
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These are the top 5 reasons why you should move to Charlestown, RI
- The Town of Charlestown has a diver
se population with an eclectic blend of unique neighborhoods; each with their own charms. - Charlestown is a full-service town with a comprehensive array of top tier services; schools, fire/rescue, public safety, recreation, sports, and infrastructure.
- Charlestown is crisscrossed with major highways making getting around quick and convenient. If you’re a business or professional, relocating to Charlestown means 90% of Rhode Islanders are within a 35-minute drive to your location.
- Charlestown has some of the most scenic vistas and beauty in the state.
- Charlestown has one of the lowest crime rates in the country, making living in Charlestown a wonderful, peaceful experience.
Moving to the Town of Charlestown offers you and your family every possible advantage; safety, a full array of professional services, convenience, and stability. These same characteristics are also present when choosing Arpin of RI, the best Charlestown moving company. Whether you’re moving locally or long-distance, to start the move process, just call Arpin of RI at 825-6600 to set up a free, no obligation in-home estimate and we’ll take it from there.
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History of Charlestown
In 1660, a group of Newport colonists bought a huge tract of land from the Narragansett sachem Socho. The sale was called the Misquamicut Purchase and the total lands contained the present-day towns of Westerly, Charlestown, Richmond, and Hopkinton.
In 1661, house lots were laid out extending along the east side of the Pawcatuck River and permanent settlement began. In 1669, the town of Westerly was incorporated by the General Assembly, which included the same four present-day towns.
In 1738, Charlestown was separated from Westerly. At that time Charlestown consisted of present-day Hopkinton, Richmond, and Charlestown. Charlestown was named in honor of King Charles II, who granted RI its Royal charter. Nine years later in 1747, the towns of Hopkinton and Richmond were separated into their own respective townships.
The development of Charlestown occurs in two styles and in two geographical areas. In the Southeast areas near the coast, large plantations were developed that raised livestock; horses, sheep, and cattle. In the Northern areas along the Pawcatuck River, mills were built to saw wood, smelt iron, and weave woolen fabrics.
The Eastern plantations were successful until the late 1770’s, when the revolutionary war ended their prosperous era. Although farming still remains a major factor in Charlestown’s economy, the loss of English markets and the rise of antislavery sentiment meant that large scale farms were obsolete, and were replaced by smaller family farms.
In the North, mills dominated the development of several villages like Shannock, Kenyon, Carolina, and Crosses Mills. The mills were productive well into the 20th century and several, like Kenyon Mills, continue to this day.
By the mid-1800, the Eastern farmlands near the ocean were divide into smaller and smaller section and the population rose. Because of their proximity to the ocean, villages like Quanochontaug and Ninigret had become holiday refuges for the mill workers with boarding houses and hotels springing up. The nature of those areas today reflects those same leisure pursuits.
Charlestown is also home to the Narraganset Tribal Lands. The Narragansetts, have an autonomous region of about 1,800 acres in central Charlestown which serves as their governmental and cultural center.
During WWII, the Charlestown Naval Airfield was located at Ninigret. It was used to train carrier-based fighter pilots due to its proximity to the water, with the end of the runway less than 300 feet from the ocean. One of the Charlestown Naval Auxiliary Field’s most famous graduates was former President George Bush Sr., who was stationed at Charlestown for 3 months of training in late 1943 as he learned to fly the Grumman TBF- Avenger.
Home and population data for Charlestown
The Town of Charlestown’s dimensions are approximately 7 ½ miles East to West and about 8 miles North to South. Charlestown has an area of about 58 square miles.
In the 2020 census, Charlestown had a population of about 8,100 citizens. The racial makeup of Charlestown in 2020 was 96% non-Hispanic white, 2% Hispanic, 1% Native American, and 1% from other races.
The median home price in Charlestown of $553,500 is higher than the median price of $465,000 for the entire state of RI. (Prices as of October 2023.)
Just 9% of Charlestown homes are valued less than $281,000. 22% are valued between $282,000 and $421,000. 30% of homes are valued between $422,000 and $561,000. 18% are valued between $562,000 and $702,000. 12% of homes are valued between $703,000 and $1,000,000. And an amazing 9% of Charlestown homes exceed $1,000,000 in value.
About 11% of Charlestown homes were built before 1940. Another 25% were built between 1940 and 1969, 47% were constructed between 1970 and 2000, and 17% were constructed after 2001.
The median household income in Charlestown is $86,720, which is slightly more affluent than the median income for the rest of the state which was $73,305 as of September 2023. With its cozy size, location, and home values, it is clear why Charlestown is one of the most sought-after destinations to move. That’s why you should choose the most trusted Charlestown mover for over 123 years; Arpin of RI.
Arpin of RI offers many different options for packing and preparing your items for your move depending on how much you’re physically able to participate. We can pack a lot, very little, or we can blend our resources together to make sure every fragile item is handled in a way that delivers a safe move and a great value.
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How does the Charlestown move process work?
The first step in a successful move to Charlestown is a thorough, accurate estimate of all of the services that may be required for your move. Our experienced salesperson will come to your residence to meet with you, listen to your needs and requests, and personally view the contents of your household. Once the salesperson understands what is needed and requested, they will provide you with a written quote that lists all of the potential charges. Our pricing process is totally transparent; you can pick the services you need a la carte. If you prefer to pack some or all of your items in boxes, we offer “gently used” cartons free of charge. Jut stop by our warehouse in West Warwick to pick them up anytime Monday to Friday 8 am to 4 pm.
How much does it cost to move to Charlestown?
Arpin offers Charlestown customers value and safety while other movers offer low price and high risk. Our pricing is based on an hourly charge for the crew and truck that is regulated by the RI Public Utilities Commission. While our hourly rates are competitive, we feel that our crews are faster and more effective than the competition because they are better trained and more experienced. The speed and effectiveness of our movers gives you lower overall costs and a better overall value in the end.
Arpin of RI offers our Charlestown customers the most diverse set of moving services in the state; packing, long distance moving, local moving, commercial moving, and many different storage options. To find out more visit arpinri.com.
Tips to avoid moving scams
Since most shopping for moving services occurs online, customers may be easily duped and defrauded by rogue movers by slick web sites. Here are some guidelines to help avoid being defrauded.
- Buy local in the 401. Always insist on an in-person visit by a salesperson rather than an over the phone or virtual estimate. It is very easy for an unscrupulous rogue mover to pretend they are local movers over the phone when they may be hundreds or thousands of miles away. Arpin of RI has been located in RI since 1900 and has served the people of RI for generations. Arpin will always make an in-person sales visit to your residence to ensure an accurate weight or time quote and to identify access issues before they become problems.
- Don’t give a deposit. If you’re asked for a deposit to make a reservation for your Charlestown move by an online mover, assume they are scamming you. Arpin of RI never requires a deposit to hold the date for your move. If the online mover assumes you have so little integrity that they must get half of the monies up front, you have chosen the wrong movers.
- Are they an independent mover with their own trucks or are the just a broker. Many rogue movers are just move brokers and have no trucks to actually handle your belongings. Typically, they farm out your move to another mover who has little or no accountability for service failures or damage. Arpin of RI has a fleet of trucks and will handle your Charlestown move in-house, or with one of their partner agencies. They are fully licensed and insured to move shipments across town or across the country.
- Know where your items are being stored. Many rogue movers pretend that they have warehousing facilities and will store your goods wherever they can get the cheapest rate. Take time to actually visit the storage facility to ensure that your items are well protected from damage, pilferage, or contamination. Arpin of RI has a massive warehouse located in West Warwick that is always available for inspection to ensure you have peace of mind when you turn over the possession of your household items to us.