Valley Falls, RI

151 Apartments for Rent

Valley Falls Trivia: Warren Buffett owes his fortune to this tiny Rhode Island village. The Valley Falls Company, founded in 1839, eventually grew into Berkshire Hathaway - one of the largest, most successful companies in the world.

What sort of people has Valley Falls, R.I., given the world? How about David Macaulay, author and illustrator of "The Way Things Work." The Farrelly Brothers grew up in this area, too. You know - the ones that brought us "There's Something About Mary," "Dumb and Dumber," "Shallow Hal," and "Stuck on You." Wondering if the creative bug might bite you? We're sure you will find your talent here. Valley Falls inspiration took Cory Pesaturo to the National Accordion Championship, where he was the youngest person ever to win. You could be next.

Rhode Island might be a tiny state, but it has big character. No place personifies that more than the village of Valley Falls. Found in the southern corner of the city of Cumberland, right on the Central Falls border, residents of Valley Falls consider their part of the world nothing short of perfect.

Settling In

Choosing your home is easy when there is such a wide variety of rental houses and apartments for rent in Valley Falls. Several main roads run through the city, creating distinctive neighborhoods and providing easy access to other parts of the state. But before you get ahead of yourself, you need to find a place to live. And finding a place to live can prove a challenge if you don't bring the proper paperwork. For starters, most landlords and management staff will ask to see a copy of your ID, letters of references from your past landlords, proof of income, a credit report, and a deposit to show you're serious.

Neighborhoods in Valley Falls

Okay, now you can go find yourself a place to live. But wait! You need to figure out which neighborhood will be the most conducive to your happiness. Check out the list below.

Broad Street: A main north / south thoroughfare that is in the process of a renaissance. There are restaurants specializing in a variety of cuisines and plenty of options for shopping and errands. On the west side of Broad Street, residents enjoy close proximity to the Valley Falls Pond and the Valley Marsh, which is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

East Side of Broad Street: Homes about the Happy Hollow Pond. Honestly, how can you be anything but cheery when you live in Happy Hollow? Route 114 runs through this part of Valley Falls, taking you up to the northernmost edge of the state, and all the way down to the southern border where land meets the Atlantic Ocean. Look here for duplexes and townhouses for rent.

Route 123: Up above the east / west Route 123, Valley Falls has rental apartments in a variety of sizes, thanks to the two- or three-unit buildings that once housed mill workers. The beauty of living in these homes is the marvelous feeling of space. Many have large rooms and high ceilings, which cuts down on the amount of times you will trip over your house-mates.

Staying Busy

Most of the entertainment in Valley Falls is centered around the scenery of the Blackstone River, part of the Blackstone Valley National Heritage Corridor. There is a long, leisurely bike trail, which you can ride on your own or explore with one of the affordable tour groups. Don't worry - the pace is comfortable enough for beginners. The Blackstone Valley Explorer offers a different view, gently floating down the river with the current. For the truly courageous, Blackstone Valley Outfitters has canoes and kayaks for rent.