John H. Ormsbee House circa 1873 is a beautifully preserved home in the heart of Providence's historic district. Located just steps from Brown university, RISD, and the wonderful and unique shops and eateries in the Fox Point neighborhood, this home is central to all the great amenities the East Side has to offer. The Greek Revival/Queen Anne style features marble fireplaces, deep mouldings, soaring ceilings, hardwood floors and other fine details throughout the home. The gracious floor plan on the first floor lends itself to entertaining and includes a beautiful double living room, formal dining room, elegant pantry and spacious eat in kitchen. The kitchen has easy access to a sunny back yard with gardens and a brick patio to carry your party outdoors. The upper floors offer a combination of bedrooms, family room with fireplace and built-ins, and home office space. A large, sunny room on the third floor makes an ideal studio. Updated mechanicals, 2 car parking.
Sold for $1,175,000 on 06/15/23
$1,175,000
151 Power St, Providence, RI 02906
5beds
4,471sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1873
4,830.8 Square Feet Lot
$1,568,400 Zestimate®
$263/sqft
$6,046 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,568,400
$1.38M - $1.80M
$6,046/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 15, 2023 at 11:44am
Listed by:
Paula Morrison 401-447-7840,
Residential Properties Ltd.,
Liz Bodell 401-274-6740,
Residential Properties Ltd.
Bought with:
Jim DeRentis, RES.0034320
Residential Properties Ltd.
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1334150
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Tub, Bath w Tub & Shower
Heating
- Natural Gas, Gas Connected, Steam
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wall (Plaster), Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Partially Finished,Bath/Stubbed,Common,Laundry,Utility
- Attic: Attic Stairs
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Brick, Insert, Marble
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,671
- Total interior livable area: 4,471 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,671
- Finished area below ground: 800
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 4,830 sqft
- Features: Local Historic District, Sidewalks, Sprinklers
Details
- Parcel number: PROVM17L253
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Plaster, Clapboard
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1873
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 150 Amp Service
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System Owned
Community
- Community features: Near Public Transport, Highway Access, Hospital, Public School, Recreational Facilities
Location
- Region: Providence
- Subdivision: Fox Point/College Hill
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2023 | Sold | $1,175,000+30.7%$263/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1334150 | ||
| 5/10/2023 | Pending sale | $899,000$201/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1334150 | ||
| 5/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $899,000+262.5%$201/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1334150 | ||
| 9/9/1992 | Sold | $248,000$55/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,280 -36.9% | $985,700 +37.9% |
| 2024 | $13,118 +3.1% | $714,900 |
| 2023 | $12,725 | $714,900 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: College Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Vartan Gregorian Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Nathan Bishop Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 1/10Hope High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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