79 Prospect Street, Providence, RI 02906
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79 Prospect Street,Providence, RI 02906
$4,895,000
- 7 Beds
- 8 Baths
- 8,776 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Active
Listed by: jim derentis
Office: residential properties ltd.
MLS#:1407155
Source:RI_STATEWIDE
Price summary
- Price:$4,895,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$557.77
About this home
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 accommodate an intimate dinner or full-scale banquet. Through the full-service pantry is the kitchen with cherry wood cabinetry, a center island, stone counters and professional grade appliances. At the back is a service hall, half bath and storage. An amazing family room extends along the back of the house with floor to ceiling glass sliding doors that step out to the rear garden, capped by an elliptical skylight reminiscent of the original. The second floor has a generous primary suite with a walk-in dressing room and full tile bath. Two more-bedroom suites and a study complete this level. The top floor has three-bedroom suites and a study. An elevator services the entire home including the finished lower level with laundry room, rec room and integral access to a 4 car garage. Also available for lease, $17,500/mo....
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Home facts
- Year built:1861
- Subdivision & Development:College Hill
- Listing ID #:1407155
- Added:128 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 14, 2026 at 01:59 PM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:7
- Total bathrooms:8
- Full bathrooms:6
- Half bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:15
- Flooring:Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Bathrooms Description:Tub Shower
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Wine Cellar
- Basement:Yes
- Basement Description:Exterior Entry, Finished, Full, Interior Entry
- Living area:8,776 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Central, Forced Air, Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1861
- Building area:8,776 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.25 Acres
- Lot Features:Corner Lot, Sprinkler System
- Architectural Style:Historic Antique
- Construction Materials:Brick, Clapboard, Masonry, Plaster, Wood Siding
- Exterior Features:Patio, Paved Driveway, Sprinkler Irrigation
- Foundation Description:Combination
- Levels:3 Story
Utilities
- Water:Connected, Multiple Meters, Public, Water Tap Fee
- Sewer:Connected, Public Sewer, Sewer Connected
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$4,895,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$557.77
- Tax amount:$51,812 (2026)
Features and amenities
- Appliances:Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Gas Water Heater
Parking
- Total parking spaces:7
- Parking description:Built In, Paved Driveway
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:4
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