Built in 1855, the Henry B. Metcalf House is a bracketed Italianate villa located atop historic College Hill. The property boasts a lovingly maintained and updated interior with tasteful strokes of classic and modern design. Approach the one-story entrance porch and step inside to discover the striking hardwood floors flowing throughout the first level. Begin on your right in a sun-filled living room. Prominent crown molding and oversized windows continue in the dining room. The well-appointed butler’s pantry connects into the fireplaced eat-in kitchen featuring gleaming stone countertops and stainless steel appliances, including double ovens and a built-in cooktop. Multiple French doors open out to the expansive rear deck, creating fabulous possibilities for outdoor living. A mudroom, powder room, a comfortable and crowd-pleasing family room, plus a secluded office complete the main floor. Upstairs, on the second level, the crisp styling continues in the luxurious primary suite with a spa-like ensuite bath and a fireplaced sitting room or home office. An additional two bedrooms share access to a full bath. The finished third floor lets you customize to your family’s needs with a bedroom, media room, and full bath. Off the back deck, dual sets of stairs let you walk down to the bluestone terrace and the professionally landscaped backyard. A highly coveted two-car garage rounds out the exterior. Steps to the universities and an easy walk to downtown and the train.
Sold for $2,050,000 on 01/12/23
$2,050,000
12 Keene St, Providence, RI 02906
5beds
4,780sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1855
0.32 Acres Lot
$2,453,000 Zestimate®
$429/sqft
$6,440 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,453,000
$2.26M - $2.67M
$6,440/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 12, 2023 at 09:29am
Listed by:
Jim DeRentis 401-553-6383,
Residential Properties Ltd.
Bought with:
Jim DeRentis, RES.0034320
Residential Properties Ltd.
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1322826
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Tub, Bath w Shower Stall
Heating
- Natural Gas, Oil, Forced Air, Steam, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Stairs, Wet Bar, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Ceiling), Insulation (Walls), Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Partially Finished,Playroom,Storage Space,Utility
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,305
- Total interior livable area: 4,780 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,305
- Finished area below ground: 475
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Porch
Lot
- Size: 0.32 Acres
- Features: Local Historic District, Sidewalks, Sprinklers
Details
- Parcel number: PROVM10L491
- Zoning: R-1/HD
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Mixed
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1855
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System Owned
Community
- Community features: Near Public Transport, Commuter Bus, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Private School, Public School, Railroad, Recreational Facilities, Schools, Near Shopping
Location
- Region: Providence
- Subdivision: East Side/College Hill
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/12/2023 | Sold | $2,050,000-2.1%$429/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1322826 | ||
| 11/7/2022 | Pending sale | $2,095,000+48.6%$438/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1322826 | ||
| 7/17/2017 | Sold | $1,410,000-4%$295/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1155182 | ||
| 4/27/2017 | Pending sale | $1,469,000$307/sqft |
Source: Residential Properties Ltd. #1155182 | ||
| 3/30/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,469,000$307/sqft |
Source: Residential Properties Ltd. #1155182 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,021 -40.4% | $1,907,300 +30.3% |
| 2024 | $26,868 +6.8% | $1,464,200 +3.6% |
| 2023 | $25,148 | $1,412,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: College Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Martin Luther King Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Nathan Bishop Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 1/10Hope High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
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