This 2-unit multi-family offers a great opportunity for investors or owner-occupants looking to build equity. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a finished basement, the property provides a flexible layout with plenty of potential. While it needs some love, the upside is clear for those ready to bring their vision to life. Additional highlights include a 2-car garage, adding convenience and value. Don’t miss the chance to transform this property into something special!
For sale
$449,900
161 Ford St, Providence, RI 02909
3beds
2,000sqft
Est.:
Multi Family
Built in 1930
-- sqft lot
$478,900 Zestimate®
$225/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Finished basementFlexible layout
- 11 hours |
- 142 |
- 6 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Annmarie Debrito 401-617-3170,
JPAR Prime Real Estate,
The Quinn Group 401-388-4830,
JPAR Prime Real Estate
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1411464
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,176
- Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 3,920.4 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: PROVM36L94
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Clapboard
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Providence
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $225/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $435,900
- Annual tax amount: $3,291
- Date on market: 5/2/2026
- Total actual rent: 0
- Tenant pays: Heat
Estimated market value
$478,900
$431,000 - $522,000
$2,254/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/2/2026 | Listed for sale | $449,900+183%$225/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1411464 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2003 | Sold | $159,000+253.3%$80/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/1996 | Sold | $45,000$23/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,291 -52.5% | $435,900 +15.4% |
| 2024 | $6,931 +3.1% | $377,700 |
| 2023 | $6,723 | $377,700 |
| 2022 | $6,723 +57.4% | $377,700 +117.2% |
| 2021 | $4,271 | $173,900 |
| 2020 | $4,271 +66.6% | $173,900 |
| 2019 | $2,563 -11.7% | $173,900 +12.6% |
| 2018 | $2,905 -41.2% | $154,500 |
| 2017 | $4,938 | $154,500 |
| 2016 | $4,938 +3.2% | $154,500 +6.8% |
| 2015 | $4,786 -1.9% | $144,600 |
| 2013 | $4,880 -1% | $144,600 -6.4% |
| 2012 | $4,927 | $154,500 |
| 2011 | $4,927 +5% | $154,500 |
| 2010 | $4,694 -0.7% | $154,500 -20.9% |
| 2009 | $4,728 +6% | $195,300 |
| 2007 | $4,461 +38.7% | $195,300 +83.6% |
| 2006 | $3,216 | $106,400 |
| 2005 | $3,216 | $106,400 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$2,736/mo
Principal & interest
$2320
Property taxes
$416
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: West End
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Asa Messer Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Roger Williams Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 3/10Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
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