Welcome to 86 Vassar Avenue—a charming Cape Cod-style home nestled in one of Providence’s most sought-after neighborhoods. Thoughtfully designed and impeccably maintained including new ductless AC, this residence blends timeless character with everyday comfort. Sunlight fills the inviting interior, highlighting classic architectural details throughout. The main level features a gracious living room with a cozy fireplace, an elegant dining room, and a bright kitchen that opens to a spacious sunroom with glass doors leading to a private patio and backyard. Upstairs, two generously sized bedrooms offer ample closet space and built-in storage, along with a beautifully tiled full bath. The finished lower level adds flexibility with a second full bathroom and an optional third bedroom or home office.Step outside to your own private oasis: a fenced backyard with mature landscaping, perfect for outdoor dining, gardening, or quiet relaxation. A detached finished studio offers bonus space for a home office, creative studio, or guest area. Ideally located in the heart of the East Side, 86 Vassar Avenue offers the perfect blend of walkable convenience and peaceful retreat—a truly delightful place to call home.
For sale
$779,000
86 Vassar Ave, Providence, RI 02906
2beds
1,956sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
5,227.2 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$398/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplaceFenced backyardCape cod-style homePrivate patioBright kitchenMature landscapingSpacious sunroom
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Listing updated: 8 hours ago
Listed by:
Kira Greene 401-339-5621,
Compass
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1391413

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Tub & Shower
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Ductless
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Oven/Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Wall (Plaster), Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Walk-Out Access,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,456
- Total interior livable area: 1,956 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,456
- Finished area below ground: 500
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Lot
- Size: 5,227.2 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: PROVM7L227
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Plaster, Shingles, Wood
- Foundation: Unknown
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Municipal
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport, Commuter Bus, Golf, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Marina, Private School, Public School, Railroad, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
- Subdivision: Hope Village
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Providence
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $398/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $538,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,627
- Date on market: 8/13/2025
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