$1,495,000

256 President Ave Providence, RI 02906

$10,000
Closing credit¹
6 beds
3 full
0.1 acres
Multi-Family

Property details

About 256 President Ave

Exceptional 2 family ideally situated in the Grotto area just steps to the Boulevard and a short stroll to all the fun shops and restaurants of Wayland Square. Thoughtfully renovated by the current owners, this sparkling building offers two spacious units, each with its own private entrance. Abundant natural flight floods into every floor from all the large south facing windows. The 1st floor offers a one level apartment with a living room, dining room with a fireplace, new expanded designer kitchen, two generous bedrooms, new luxury bathroom, an office with French doors and new built-in cabinetry, plus a family room with a new custom built-in media center flanked by bookcases. The 2nd/3rd floor townhouse features a living room, a 3-season enclosed porch, dining room with a fireplace, new cook's kitchen, updated bathroom, and an office on the main level, while the completely reconfigured top floor provides two more bedrooms, a large family room, a bathroom, plus great storage closets. Custom moldings, tall ceilings, and gorgeous hardwood floors throughout. This property is in excellent condition both inside and out with a new roof, all replacement windows, freshly painted interior and exterior, new wiring, new lighting in/out, and updated heating and cooling systems. The yard has been professionally landscaped and features all new: irrigation system, sidewalks, two paver driveways, wood fence with 2 gates, composite deck, and a shed. This is a very special property!

Highlights

Home typeMulti Family
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas, Other, Steam, Zoned
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ductless
BasementYes
Lot size0.11 Acres
Year built1930
ParkingNo Garage
MLS #1384247
WaterfrontWaterfront
FireplaceMasonry

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Heater, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Other
  • Interior: Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Cable TV
  • Fireplace: Masonry
  • Total Bedroom Count: 6
  • Parking: No Garage
  • Waterfront: Waterfront
  • Exterior: Deck, Porch, Sprinkler/Irrigation, Paved Driveway
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Other, Steam, Zoned
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ductless
  • List Price: $1,495,000
  • Annual Tax Amount: $14,649
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Sprinklers
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Lot Size: 0.11 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1384247
  • MLS Name: RIS
  • Office Name: Residential Properties Ltd.
  • Office Phone: (401) 274-6740

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jul 06, 2021
Home Sold
$825,000
Jun 14, 2019
Home Sold
$599,990
Apr 01, 1998
Home Sold
$165,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$798,300$14,649
2023$798,300$14,649
2022$798,300$7,815
2021$577,800$14,190
2020$577,800$14,191
2019$577,800$14,191

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Martin Luther King Elementary School

Public District PK-5

1.0 mi

35 Camp St

6

Francis School

Public District KG-5

1.2 mi

64 Bourne Ave

6

Orlo Avenue School

Public District KG-5

1.3 mi

25 Orlo Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $94,133. Residents of Providence, RI typically earn between $35k-100k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

23%
<35k
29%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
22%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

51%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
31%
Married, No Kids
16%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
8%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
41%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • Hiking/backpackingHiking/backpacking
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel
  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks
  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory

What do the neighbors drive?

  • MercedesMercedes
  • AudiAudi
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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This home is located at 256 President Ave in Providence, RI and zip code 02906 in the Blackstone neighborhood. Features: 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 6, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,495,000.

Providence, RI housing market in April 2025 saw over 45 listings sold above listed price, more than 16 sold at listed price and over 28 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Providence, RI increased by 13.1% between March and April 2025. Listings spent 21 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $505,230 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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