79 Prospect St Providence, RI 02906
College Hill NeighborhoodEstimated payment $30,809/month
Highlights
- Wine Cellar
- Antique Architecture
- 10 Fireplaces
- Media Room
- Wood Flooring
- 2-minute walk to Prospect Terrace Park
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, wine cellar and integral access to a four-car garage. Unrivaled!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $51,812
Year Built
- Built in 1861
Lot Details
- 10,907 Sq Ft Lot
- Corner Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Property is zoned R-1HD
Parking
- 4 Car Attached Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Antique Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Combination Foundation
- Wood Siding
- Clapboard
- Masonry
- Plaster
Interior Spaces
- 3-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- 10 Fireplaces
- Marble Fireplace
- Wine Cellar
- Media Room
- Workshop
- Storage Room
- Utility Room
Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 7 Bedrooms
- Bathtub with Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
Additional Features
- Accessible Elevator Installed
- Patio
- Property near a hospital
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 61
- Assessor Parcel Number 79PROSPECTSTPROV
Community Details
Overview
- College Hill Subdivision
Amenities
- Shops
- Restaurant
- Public Transportation
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Recreation Facilities
- Community Pool
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2026 05/07/26 | Price Changed | $4,895,000 | -14.1% | $558 / Sq Ft |
| 04/08/2026 04/08/26 | For Sale | $5,700,000 | 0.0% | $649 / Sq Ft |
| 07/01/2025 07/01/25 | Rented | $12,500 | -16.7% | -- |
| 04/29/2025 04/29/25 | Price Changed | $15,000 | -25.0% | $2 / Sq Ft |
| 03/28/2025 03/28/25 | For Rent | $20,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 09/08/2023 09/08/23 | Rented | $20,000 | 0.0% | -- |
| 08/31/2023 08/31/23 | For Rent | $20,000 | -- | -- |
Source: State-Wide MLS
MLS Number: 1407155
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