Cranston is Providence's largest suburb, with a mostly residential character and higher household incomes than the city proper. Providence County's tax rate applies, slightly below Providence's own municipal levy.
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Cranston housing market
The 1.68% property tax rate reflects the county-level effective rate for Cranston and is used to calculate your monthly tax escrow above. This rate may differ from the statewide Rhode Island average — county-level data produces more accurate monthly payment estimates for Cranston buyers. Many Cranston properties also carry HOA fees — the area average is approximately $150/month, which is not included in the calculator above.
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