Cesar Lopez is a Rhode Island native. Growing up in Providence, he joined the U.S. Army at 18 and served 3 years as an Aviation Operations Specialist. He graduated from basic training at Fort Benning, Georgia; following his AIT training at Fort Rucker, Alabama. He served his three years of military service in Joint-Base Lewis-McChord,… Read more ⇒
Lowe Approved as NWBRV’s Next “Selfie” Family
Thea Fielding-Lowe has been approved as NWBRV’s latest Fernwood “selfie” home buyer, with financing from the USDA’s Mutual Self Help Housing program. Lowe, a nonprofit youth program manager/children’s author, and her husband Paul, a talented musician who recently returned from a European tour, have selected a colonial-style home and are excited to begin their journey to… Read more ⇒
In-Residence Program: Now Accepting Applications
The In-Residence program is just one of many special initiatives we engage in to bring residents together to plan and take action to create positive change, build prosperity, and make the neighborhoods where we develop properties exceptional places to live, work, and invest and we are currently accepting applications. A special apartment for a talented person Our… Read more ⇒
NWBRV Purchases 68 South Main in Woonsocket
In early June of 2015, NWBRV purchased 68 South Main Street in Woonsocket as part of strategic five year plan to redevelop the Island Place Historic District of Woonsocket. The property, formerly known as “Le Moulin,” or “The Mill” in French, was purchased for $1 million and we have secured a loan from Community Housing… Read more ⇒
DIY Homes for Sale through Mutual Self Help Housing Program
We are offering 12 families the opportunity to own their own 3 bedroom/1.5 bath home in Pascoag, RI through our Mutual Self Help Housing Program. The homes will be part of a 30 home development on a cul de sac built by NWBRV. Each home will be built on .3 acres surrounded by preserved open space. Homeowners chose their… Read more ⇒
Demolition Begins on 40 South Main
We are pleased to announce that work has finally begun on 40 South Main Street in Woonsocket at the site of the former Mulvey’s Hardware Store. We are currently in the demolition stage which includes shoring the property, environmental remediation, and the removal of hazards such as lead and asbestos. An Iconic Gateway The epitome… Read more ⇒
HomeBuyer Education Starting April 9th
Our four-week HomeBuyer Education series will help you determine the smartest path to purchasing the perfect home. It is ideal for families interested in buying a home but not sure where to start or those who want to purchase but aren’t sure they have the credit or savings ready to sign that purchase and sales agreement…. Read more ⇒
In-Residence Program Now Accepting Applications
Two beautiful apartments are now available for artists, scientists, entrepreneurs, etc. as part of NWBRV’s innovative Community Builders-in-Residence program. Awardees will receive free rent in a newly renovated loft apartment on the Blackstone River in Woonsocket, RI in exchange for sharing their special skills with NWBRV’s youth programs for at least 16 hours a week during the… Read more ⇒
HomeOwnership Opportunity in Pascoag, RI
NeighborWorks Blackstone River Valley is offering 12 families the opportunity to own their own homes in Pascaog, RI. The 3 bedroom/1.5 bath homes will be part of a 30 home street on a cul de sac built by NWBRV. Each home will be built on .3 acres and homeowners can help chose their home design, colors, and finishes. … Read more ⇒
Now Accepting Applications!
NWBRV’s latest rental development, Marshfield Commons in North Smithfield, is now accepting applications. The community is comprised of 38 apartments located in 18 buildings. Most of the buildings are duplexes, although there are three larger buildings that each house three 3-bedroom townhouses. Apartments include one 1-bedroom, seventeen 2-bedroom, and twenty 3-bedroom units. Most of the… Read more ⇒
