Historic charmer ideally located in the popular Fox Point neighborhood just steps from Benefit Street and convenient to Brown, RISD, Pedestrian Bridge, Knowledge District, and downtown Providence. Abundant sunlight floods into this legal two-family featuring two townhouses with lots of privacy - perfect for an investor or owner-occupant who wants some extra income. You and your tenants will love the delightful private fenced yard with lush plantings and a fabulous brick patio bordered by a low stone wall. Unit #1 offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, with superb period details, surprisingly high 9-foot ceilings, 3 fireplaces, and gorgeous oak and pine floors throughout. Recently updated kitchen and baths. Unit #2 has its own separate entrance and 5 possible bedrooms and 2 full baths. Original wide board pine floors plus an attractive brick floor in the living room and 2 fireplaces. Wonderful updated cook’s kitchen with a large center island and a brick wall which flows into the living room area showcasing large windows overlooking the yard. Lower level is partially finished and has a common laundry room with separate machines. Updated mechanicals include two Navien wall-hung efficient gas boilers for heat and hot water, and 12 Fujitsu mini-splits (6 per unit) to provide ample cooling. One-car detached garage. Taxes shown with Homestead Deduction. Condo docs have been drafted but not recorded. See MLS #1373366 and MLS #1373367. Very special!
Sold for $1,040,000 on 01/30/25
$1,040,000
20 Sheldon St, Providence, RI 02906
7beds
2,895sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1825
-- sqft lot
$1,064,400 Zestimate®
$359/sqft
$3,708 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,064,400
$947,000 - $1.20M
$3,708/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 30, 2025 at 12:49pm
Listed by:
Gerri Schiffman 401-474-3733,
Residential Properties Ltd.
Bought with:
Kira Greene, RES.0040037
Compass
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1373469
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Shower Stall, Bath w Tub & Shower
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard, Forced Water, Zoned
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Building
Features
- Wall (Plaster), Skylight, Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s), Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Common,Laundry,Storage Space,Utility
- Number of fireplaces: 5
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,945
- Total interior livable area: 2,895 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 4,356 sqft
- Features: Local Historic District, Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: PROVM16L413
- Zoning: R-2
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Plaster, Clapboard
- Foundation: Stone
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1825
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers, Individual Meter
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Municipal, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Near Public Transport, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Marina, Private School, Public School, Railroad, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
Location
- Region: Providence
- Subdivision: East Side / Fox Point
HOA & financial
Other financial information
- Total actual rent: 9500
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/30/2025 | Sold | $1,040,000-9.6%$359/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1373469 | ||
| 12/28/2024 | Pending sale | $1,150,000$397/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1373469 | ||
| 12/17/2024 | Contingent | $1,150,000$397/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1373469 | ||
| 12/4/2024 | Price change | $1,150,000-7.6%$397/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1373469 | ||
| 11/22/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,245,000+106.3%$430/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1373469 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,041 -45.1% | $1,065,000 +33.5% |
| 2024 | $14,634 +3.1% | $797,500 |
| 2023 | $14,196 | $797,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Fox Point
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Vartan Gregorian Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Nathan Bishop Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.5 mi
- 1/10Hope High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
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