#1379629, Listing office: Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
$699,000 List price
189 Butler Ave Providence, RI 02906
3 beds
2 full
1,608 sqft
0.1 acres
$435 / sqft
House
Property details
About 189 Butler Ave
Located just minutes from Wayland Square, this three-bedroom, two-full-bath home with a flexible fourth room offers tremendous potential in one of Providence's most desirable neighborhoods. With 1,608 square feet of above-ground living space, this sun-filled home is full of character, charm, and opportunity. Inside, you'll find a spacious living room with a fireplace (not recently used), beautiful hardwood floors throughout, and abundant natural light. The formal dining room features a built-in cupboard and drawers perfect for storing and displaying your favorite pieces. A flexible fourth room on the second level offers the perfect space for a home office, guest room, or potential fourth bedroom. Upstairs, lovely built-ins line a wall in the second-floor hallway, including a cozy window seat that adds both function and charm. While the home does need updating, the solid layout and original details such as vintage windows offer an excellent foundation for restoration. The generous basement provides ample space for a workshop or additional storage, and the brick-paved patio in the backyard is ideal for outdoor entertaining. A paved driveway offers parking for two vehicles. Enjoy convenient access to highways, top-rated schools, shopping, dining, and all that the East Side has to offer. With great bones, original character, and an unbeatable location, this is a rare opportunity to create your dream home in the heart of Providence.
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Steam
StatusActive
Size1,608 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1148 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingNo Garage
MLS #1389361
FireplaceMasonry
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Water Heater, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
- Interior: Attic, Bathtub, Storage, Tub Shower
- Fireplace: Masonry
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Parking: No Garage
- Exterior: Paved Driveway
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Natural Gas, Steam
- Cooling: None
- List Price: $699,000
- Price/SqFt: $434
- Annual Tax Amount: $10,790
- Tax Year: 2024
- Year Built: 1900
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 1,608 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1148 Acres
- MLS Number: 1389361
- MLS Name: RIS
- Office Name: Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
- Office Phone: (401) 314-3000
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Price information
Property sales
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Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $588,000 | $10,790 |
| 2023 | $588,000 | $10,790 |
| 2022 | $588,000 | $10,466 |
| 2021 | $423,900 | $10,411 |
| 2020 | $423,900 | $10,411 |
| 2019 | $423,900 | $10,411 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
5
Vartan Gregorian Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.8 mi
•455 Wickenden St
6
Orlo Avenue School
Public District KG-5
1.1 mi
•25 Orlo Ave
3
Martin Luther King Elementary School
Public District PK-5
1.1 mi
•35 Camp St
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $80,085. Typical income of Providence, RI residents is between $35k-100k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
24%
<35k
39%
35k-100k
27%
100k-200k
10%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
66%
Single, No Kids
3%
Single, with Kids
19%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
10%
<11 yrs old
3%
12-17 yrs old
31%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Tennis
Live Theatre
Hiking/backpacking
Where do the neighbors shop?
Crate & Barrel
Bloomingdales
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
BMW
Mercedes
Audi
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Alternative- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 189 Butler Ave
The listing price of 189 Butler Ave property is $699,000.
The property 189 Butler Ave is a house located in Providence, Rhode Island, 02906.
Active Listing: 189 Butler Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 189 Butler Ave are: Vartan Gregorian Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Orlo Avenue School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Martin Luther King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Nathan Bishop Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Edward R. Martin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Urban Collaborative Program (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Hope High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Village Green Virtual (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Trinity Academy Performing Art (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $10,790 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The property at 189 Butler Ave has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 189 Butler Ave is 1,608 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 189 Butler Ave is 1900.
This home is located at 189 Butler Ave in Providence, RI and zip code 02906 in the Wayland neighborhood. This 1,608 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.11 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 10, 2025 and is currently priced at $699,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Providence, RI there were more than 65 sold above asking price, over 43 sold below and more than 31 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Providence, RI increased by 10.5% between May and June 2025. Listings spent 24 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $510,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.