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Single family home for sale at 79 Prospect St, Providence, RI 02906 | MLS# 1407155 | Listing updated on 2026-09-14
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$4,895,000

Monthly Est:$24,364

  • Beds Icon7 Beds
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    8 Baths
  • Beds Icon8,776sqft

79 Prospect St, Providence, RI 02906

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1861

  • $-- HOA

  • 10,907 sqft lot

  • $558/sq.ft

Description

This brick Italianate, designed by architect Alpheus C. Morse in 1861, sits on Providence's historic College Hill just steps to Brown University. This home has a rich and storied place in the city's history, having been home to merchants, governors and academics alike. The classical layout features a grand entry hall with a sweeping three story staircase crowned by an elliptical skylight. To the left of the foyer is a discreet coat room and guest powder room. To the right is the living room with 11' ceilings, crown moldings and rich wood floors that extend throughout. A library features a fireplace and custom bookcases. Across the hall is the dining room which can accommo...

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  • Listing updated: September 14, 2026 at 2:45 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Jim DeRentis DRE #RES.0034320 | Residential Properties Ltd. (401) 274-6740
  • Source: RI StateWide MLS-RI | MLS#: 1407155 RI StateWide MLS-RI

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    3

  • County

    Providence County

  • City

    Providence

  • Neighborhood

    College Hill

  • Year Built

    1861

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    8,776 sqft

  • Lot Size

    10,907 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    RI StateWide MLS

  • MLS Number

    1407155

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    163

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Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 7

    Bathrooms: 8

  • Bathroom

    Level: Third

    Area: 105.54 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 9.5 x 11.11

  • Bedroom7

    Level: Third

    Area: 290.72 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15.8 x 18.4

  • Bedroom6

    Level: Third

    Area: 182.12 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11.6 x 15.7

  • Bathroom

    Level: Third

    Area: 72.20 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 9.5 x 7.6

  • Bedroom5

    Level: Third

    Area: 149.15 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 9.5 x 15.7

  • Bathroom

    Level: Third

    Area: 78.86 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10.11 x 7.8

  • Bedroom4

    Level: Third

    Area: 285.74 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15.7 x 18.2

  • Bathroom

    Level: Second

    Area: 32.34 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 4.2 x 7.7

  • Bedroom3

    Level: Second

    Area: 273.31 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 18.1 x 15.1

  • Bathroom

    Level: Second

    Area: 62.85 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 5.11 x 12.3

  • Bedroom2

    Level: Second

    Area: 290.72 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15.8 x 18.4

  • Office

    Level: Second

    Area: 182.12 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11.6 x 15.7

  • Bathroom

    Level: Second

    Area: 202.95 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 12.3 x 16.5

  • PrimaryBedroom

    Level: Second

    Area: 285.74 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15.7 x 18.2

  • HalfBath

    Level: First

  • DiningRoom

    Level: First

    Area: 294.50 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15.5 x 19.0

  • Pantry

    Level: First

    Area: 116.85 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 9.5 x 12.3

  • Kitchen

    Level: First

    Area: 258.21 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15.1 x 17.10

  • HalfBath

    Level: First

  • MudRoom

    Level: First

    Area: 66.08 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11.2 x 5.9

  • Sunroom

    Level: First

    Area: 374.46 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15.8 x 23.7

  • Library

    Level: First

    Area: 345.40 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15.7 x 22.0

  • LivingRoom

    Level: First

    Area: 347.13 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 22.11 x 15.7

  • Foyer

    Level: First

    Area: 238.62 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 29.1 x 8.2

Interior

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Exterior Features

    Patio, Sprinkler Irrigation, Paved Driveway

  • Heating

    Central, Forced Air, Gas

  • Interior Features

    Interior Steps, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Wine Cellar

  • Sewer

    Connected, Public Sewer

  • Appliances

    Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer

  • Flooring

    Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1861

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Foundation Details

    Combination

  • Construction Materials

    Plaster, Brick, Clapboard, Masonry, Wood Siding

  • Architectural Style

    Historic Antique

Utilities & Energy

  • Fireplace Features

    Marble

  • Basement

    Exterior Entry, Full, Finished, Interior Entry

  • Water Source

    Connected, Multiple Meters, Public, Water Tap Fee

  • Electric

    Amps200or More, Circuit Breakers

  • Parking Features

    Built In

  • Utilities

    Sewer Connected

Other Features

  • Tenant Pays

    Hot Water

  • Subdivision Name

    College Hill

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Patio

  • Lot Features

    Corner Lot, Sprinkler System

  • Community Features

    Highway Access, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Pool, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Restaurant, Shopping, Tennis Courts, Sidewalks

Price History

DateEventPrice

04/08/2026

Source: mls_logoRI StateWide MLS-RI #1407155

Listed for Sale

$4,895,000 -14.12%

$558/sqft

04/08/2026

Source: mls_logoRI StateWide MLS-RI #1407155

Price Increased

$5,700,000 +45500.00%

$649/sqft

07/02/2025

Source: mls_logoRI StateWide MLS-RI #1379535

Price Decreased

$12,500 -16.67%

$1/sqft

04/28/2025

Source: mls_logoRI StateWide MLS-RI #1379535

Sold

$15,000 -25.00%

$2/sqft

03/28/2025

Source: mls_logoRI StateWide MLS-RI #1379535

Listed for Sale

$20,000 +100.00%

$2/sqft

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Based on information from State-Wide MLS through Sep 19, 2026, 05:00AM. Information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use. It may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties that consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed accurate by the MLS. This website may not include listings or property addresses of sellers who have directed their listing brokers to withhold their listing or their property address from display on the Internet. © 2026 State-Wide MLS, Inc. All rights reserved.

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