$4,895,000
 $26,277 est/mo Sourced by Back At You

79 Prospect Street,Providence, RI 02906

Providence, RI 02906

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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 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, $15,000/mo.

Details

MLS #1407155
Listing TypeFor Sale
StyleHouse
Sub-TypeResale
StatusActive
Year1861
Days On Site205
Listing Provided ByResidential Properties Ltd. | Jim DeRentis

Features

Bed(s)7
Bath(s) 8 Total
SQ Feet8,776
Garage4
BasementY
Story(s)3
ZoningR-1HD
Acreage0.25

Interior

Rooms Total15
HeatingNatural Gas, Central Air, Central, Forced Air, Gas Connected
Heating Yes / NoYes
CoolingCentral Air
Cooling Yes / NoYes
AppliancesGas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Interior FeaturesWall (Plaster), Stairs, Insulation (Unknown)
Fireplace Yes / NoYes
Fireplaces Total10
Fireplace FeaturesMarble

Exterior

Exterior FeaturesPatio
Foundation DetailsMixed
Lot FeaturesLocal Historic District, Corner Lot, Paved Driveway, Sidewalks, Sprinklers
Patio And Porch FeaturesPatio
Community FeaturesBus, Commuter Bus, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
Construction MaterialsPlaster, Brick, Clapboard, Masonry, Wood

Parking

Attached Garage Yes / NoYes
Garage Yes / NoYes
Parking FeaturesIntegral

Utilities

UtilitiesSewer Connected, Water Connected
SewerIn Fee, Public Sewer
Electric400 Amps, Circuit Breakers

Location

Community FeaturesBus, Commuter Bus, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis

Taxes

Tax Annual Amount51812.48
Tax Assessed Value3548800
Tax Lot61
Tax Year2026

Area Information

StateRI
CountyProvidence
CityProvidence
Zip Code02906
AreaProvidence
Community NameCollege Hill
Listing VS Median (in College Hill)
Price:
$4,895,000
low | high
Med:
$1,250,000
100% of Average
sqft:
8,776
low | high
Med:
1,939
100% of Average
$ / sqft:
$558
low | high
Med:
$645
34.421747886641% of Average
On site:
205
low | high
Med:
33
100% of Average
Sourced by Back At You

Market Activity 02906

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StateRI
CountyProvidence
CityProvidence
Zip Code02906
AreaProvidence
Community NameCollege Hill
Listing VS Median (in College Hill)
Price:
$4,895,000
low | high
Med:
$1,250,000
100% of Average
sqft:
8,776
low | high
Med:
1,939
100% of Average
$ / sqft:
$558
low | high
Med:
$645
34.421747886641% of Average
On site:
205
low | high
Med:
33
100% of Average
Sourced by Back At You
Listing Updated: September 28, 2026 at 6:49:22 PM PDT