NOT LISTED FOR SALE

196 Congress Ave Providence, RI 02907

Elmwood Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $638,000 - $839,111

5 Beds
3 Baths
2,938 Sq Ft
$241/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 06, 2018

Last sale price $370,000 $126 Per Sq Ft

Est. 85% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,413/month

16 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Porch
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Storm Windows

About This Home

As of April 2018

Stunning Colonial Revival located in the Heart of the Southern Historic Elmwood District. This beauty is in pristine condition, lovingly restored by it's current owners. Grand entry way with columns, parquet floors, working fireplace and amazing staircase. The formal dining room is light-filled and has intact wood paneling. Kitchen has been totally redone with a butler's pantry a center island, stone counter tops, sophisticated lighting.... perfect for entertaining and cooking. 4 large bedrooms located on the 2nd floor w/ great sunlight and roomy closets. Classic bathroom w/ subway tiles. 3rd is an amazing master suite perfect for guests or yoga studio! Lovely patio off the back of the house that flows nicely with the 8,000sqft yard which is completely landscaped w/ room for a garden. Detached garage/ studio.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jane Driver

Residential Properties Ltd License #REB.0016979 Listed on: 03/20/2018

Residential Properties Ltd

Last Buyer's Agent

John Risica

William Raveis Inspire

William Raveis Inspire

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,737

Year Built

  • Built in 1913

Lot Details

  • 8,585 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Antique Architecture
  • Combination Foundation
  • Clapboard

Interior Spaces

  • 2,938 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Flooring
  • Storm Windows

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Interior and Exterior Basement Entry

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Heating System Uses Oil
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 444
  • Assessor Parcel Number 196CONGRESSAVPROV

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,737

Year Built

Built in 1913

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1971
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2938.0
  • Architectural Style: Colonial, Historic/Antique
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • New Construction: No
  • Building Stories: 3
  • Year Built: 1913
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Has Basement: Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Partially Finished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
  • Living Area: 2938.0
  • Stories: 3
  • Window Features: Storm Window(s)
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: PublicRecords

Exterior Features

  • Construction Type: Clapboard
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio
  • Foundation Details: Combination
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Attached Garage: No
  • Covered Parking Spaces: 1.0
  • Garage Spaces: 1.0
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 5.0

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Oil, Steam
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Lot Info

  • Land Lease: No
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8585.0
  • Parcel #: 196CONGRESSAVPROV
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: SquareFeet

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3737.0
  • Tax Lot: 444
  • Tax Year: 2017

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 12, 2021
Sold by
Providence City Of
Bought by
Rihmfc
Current Estimated Value
$685,340

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 23, 2019
Sold by
Richardson Kartina
Bought by
Mcwilliams Marco

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 20, 2018
Closed on
Apr 9, 2018
Sold by
Rayner Christine E
Bought by
Richardson Kartina
Seller's Agent
Jane Driver
Residential Properties Ltd
Buyer's Agent
John Risica
William Raveis Inspire
List Price
$389,900
Sold Price
$370,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-5.1%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.67%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 3, 2006
Sold by
Matthew 25
Bought by
Rayner Christine E and Peloquin Susan M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$272,000
Interest Rate
6.39%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Rihmfc $15,044 None Available
Mcwilliams Marco -- --
Richardson Kartina $370,000 --
Rayner Christine E $340,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Rayner Christine E $261,707
Previous Owner Rayner Christine E $273,000
Previous Owner Rayner Christine E $40,000
Previous Owner Rayner Christine E $272,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/06/2018 04/06/18 Sold $370,000 -5.1% $126 / Sq Ft
03/20/2018 03/20/18 For Sale $389,900 -- $133 / Sq Ft
Source: State-Wide MLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $7,929 $432,100 $55,000 $377,100
2023 $7,929 $432,100 $55,000 $377,100
2022 $7,691 $432,100 $55,000 $377,100
2021 $8,306 $338,200 $41,900 $296,300
2020 $8,306 $338,200 $41,900 $296,300
2019 $8,306 $338,200 $41,900 $296,300
2018 $6,354 $198,800 $28,600 $170,200
2017 $6,354 $198,800 $28,600 $170,200
2016 $6,354 $198,800 $28,600 $170,200
2015 $6,660 $201,200 $35,000 $166,200
2014 $6,791 $201,200 $35,000 $166,200
2013 $6,791 $201,200 $35,000 $166,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jane Driver

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Jane Driver

    Residential Properties Ltd

    (401) 641-3723

    17 in this area

    144 Total Sales

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  • John Risica

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    John Risica

    William Raveis Inspire

    (401) 439-3634

    91 Total Sales

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Map

Source: State-Wide MLS

MLS Number: 1185444

State-Wide MLS

APN: PROV-520444-000000-000000

Rhode Island Providence County Providence 02907 Elmwood

196 Congress Ave, Providence, RI

This home is located at 196 Congress Ave, Providence, RI 02907 since 20 March 2018 and is currently estimated at $708,528, approximately $241 per square foot. This property was built in 1913. 196 Congress Ave is a home located in Providence County with nearby schools including Asa Messer Elementary School, Charles N. Fortes Elementary School, and Alfred Lima Sr. Elementary School.

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