185 Brown Street

Providence, RI 02906

$1,075,000
Price
7
Beds
3,635 Sq. Ft.
$296 / Sq. Ft.
3,635
Sq. Ft.
$296
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Step into the elegance of a bygone era with this stunning Victorian home located in the heart of College Hill. 185 Brown Street boasts 7 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a wealth of charming features that define the Victorian architectural style. This gracious residence offers a unique layout, including an in-law suite in the basement and a separate apartment on the third floor, providing versatile living options for extended family, guests, or potential rental income. The property's prime location on...Step into the elegance of a bygone era with this stunning Victorian home located in the heart of College Hill. 185 Brown Street boasts 7 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a wealth of charming features that define the Victorian architectural style. This gracious residence offers a unique layout, including an in-law suite in the basement and a separate apartment on the third floor, providing versatile living options for extended family, guests, or potential rental income. The property's prime location on historic Brown Street places it just moments away from Brown University and Rhode Island School of Design (RISD). In addition to its historical allure and convenient location, this home features a city garden, large kitchen, and butlers pantry, creating an inviting and flexible living space. Embrace the opportunity to own a piece of history and experience the best of Providence's art, culture, and education, all within the timeless charm of this Victorian gem on Brown Street.

Listing Agent

Property Details for 185 Brown Street

Subdivision Name
College Hill
Architectural Style
Victorian
LISTING UPDATED: 02/09/2025 07:00 AM

Property Details for 185 Brown Street

StatusActive
MLS #1376488
Days on Market18
Taxes$9,305 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF
CountyProvidence County

Building Information for 185 Brown Street

Stories3Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF

Property Information for 185 Brown Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Providence
  • Community Features: Highway Access, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Shopping, Sidewalks
  • Postal City: Providence
  • Postal Code: 02906
  • Postal Code Plus4: 1505
  • State Or Province: RI
  • Human Modified Y N: Yes
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Garage Y N: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage
  • Parking Total: 1
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Tax Annual Amount: $9,305.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 889700
  • Tax Lot: 662
  • Tax Map Number: 10
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 2635.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 1000.0
  • Building Area Total: 3635.0
  • Living Area: 3,635.00
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.07
  • Lot Size Area: 3049.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 3049.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 185BROWNSTPROV
  • Stories: 3
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Single Family Residence
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction Y N: No
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community Y N: No
  • Year Built: 1900
  • C L I P: 4,196,140,901
Utilities
  • Electric: Amps200Or More, Circuit Breakers
  • Sewer: Connected, Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Connected, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch, Patio
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation Details: Combination
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Basement: Full, Finished, Walk Out Access
  • Basement Y N: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 7
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Fireplace Features: Masonry
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Laminate
  • Heating: Gas, Hot Water, Steam
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Interior Features: Attic, Cathedral Ceilings, High Ceilings, Tub Shower, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
  • Rooms Total: 13
Room 1
  • Room Type 1: Bathroom
  • Room Level 1: Lower
Room 2
  • Room Type 2: Additl Living Suite
  • Room Level 2: Lower
Room 3
  • Room Type 3: Kitchen
  • Room Level 3: Third
Room 4
  • Room Type 4: Bathroom
  • Room Level 4: Third
Room 5
  • Room Type 5: Bedroom 7
  • Room Level 5: Third
Room 6
  • Room Type 6: Bedroom 6
  • Room Level 6: Third
Room 7
  • Room Type 7: Bedroom 5
  • Room Level 7: Third
Room 8
  • Room Type 8: Bathroom
  • Room Level 8: Second
Room 9
  • Room Type 9: Bedroom 4
  • Room Level 9: Second
Room 10
  • Room Type 10: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level 10: Second
Room 11
  • Room Type 11: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level 11: Second
Room 12
  • Room Type 12: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level 12: Second
Room 13
  • Room Type 13: Pantry
  • Room Level 13: First
Room 14
  • Room Type 14: Half Bath
  • Room Level 14: First
Room 15
  • Room Type 15: Foyer
  • Room Level 15: First
Room 16
  • Room Type 16: Living Room
  • Room Level 16: First
Room 17
  • Room Type 17: Dining Room
  • Room Level 17: First
Room 18
  • Room Type 18: Kitchen
  • Room Features 18: Eat In Kitchen
  • Room Level 18: First
Room 30
  • Room List: Bathroom, Additl Living Suite, Kitchen, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1, Pantry, Half Bath, Foyer, Living Room, Dining Room
Rental
Rental Information
  • Lease Amount Per Area Unit: DollarsPerSquareFoot
  • Land Lease Y N: No

Property History for 185 Brown Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 185 Brown Street

Taxable ValueLand$348,100Additions$541,600Total$889,700
Tax Record2023$16,326 ($1,360 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,635 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,635 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt1,018 SqFtStories3Lot Size3,119 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900ZoningR-1CountyPROVIDENCEAPNPROV M:10 L:662Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 185 Brown Street

This home is within Providence School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - PK to 4
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 5
Rating
School
Distance
Charles N. Fortes Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

asa messer elementary school
PublicPK to 4

Harry Kizirian Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Martin Luther King El. School
PublicPK to 5

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185 Brown Street is a single family home for sale in Providence, RI 02906. This property was listed for sale on January 29, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $1,075,000. It has been on the market for a total of 18 days and was last sold on April 18, 2008. This listing's school district is Providence School District. Nearby schools include Charles N. Fortes Elementary School, asa messer elementary school and Harry Kizirian Elementary School. 185 Brown Street is a 7-bed, 3.5-bath, 3,635 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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