Henry J. Spooner House circa 1879 is a beautifully preserved home in the heart of Providence’s historic East Side. Located just steps from Brown University, RISD, and the wonderful and unique shops and eateries in the Wayland Sq / College Hill neighborhoods, this home is central to all the great amenities the East Side has to offer. The Italianate style features stately architectural details throughout; a grand entry foyer with curved staircase, deep crown moldings, soaring ceiling heights, and hardwood floors. The gracious floor plan on the first floor lends itself to entertaining and includes a beautiful double living room with a library highlighted by a central wood burning fireplace, formal dining room, and spacious eat in kitchen with pantry. The upper floors offer a combination of (5-6) bedrooms, a cozy den with fireplace, built-ins, and home office nooks. Nestled into the backyard is a detached, stunning (1,400 sqft) Carriage House with 2nd floor loft space that offers endless possibilities; a perfect ADU, home gym, art studio, rec’ room, etc. (A+) location; Blackstone Blvd Park, India Point Park, East Bay Bike Path, Downtown PVD, Train Station, local Hospitals, and Highway access are only minutes away, (1hr) commute to Boston. This residence has been cherished by the same family for 70 years, a rare offering and special opportunity for modernization and customization. Contact us today to schedule a private viewing and discover the endless possibilities that await.
Sold for $1,645,000
$1,645,000
12 Humboldt Ave, Providence, RI 02906
5beds
4,080sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1881
9,583 Square Feet Lot
$1,901,500 Zestimate®
$403/sqft
$7,468 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,901,500
$1.69M - $2.15M
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Central wood burning fireplaceWonderful and unique shopsLocal hospitalsSpacious eat in kitchenBuilt - insHome gymFormal dining room
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Listed by:
Benjamin Scungio 401-413-5753,
Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.,
Joshua Cullion 401-862-8381,
Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
Bought with:
The Blackstone Team
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Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1358544
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
- Oil, Steam
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wall (Plaster), Skylight, Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Walls)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Other
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Unfinished,Laundry,Storage Space,Utility
- Attic: Attic Storage
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Brick, Stone, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,080
- Total interior livable area: 4,080 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,080
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 7
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Lot
- Size: 9,583 Square Feet
- Features: Sidewalks
Details
- Additional structures: Outbuilding
- Parcel number: PROVM39L414
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Plaster, Clapboard, Wood
- Foundation: Mixed
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1881
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport, Hospital, Private School, Public School, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
- Subdivision: Wayland Square / College Hill
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Providence
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $403/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,289,600
- Annual tax amount: $8,127
- Date on market: 5/14/2024
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/28/2024 | Sold | $1,645,000+10%$403/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1358544 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2024 | Pending sale | $1,495,000$366/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1358544 Report a problem | ||
| 5/14/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,495,000$366/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1358544 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,833 -24% | $1,289,600 +66% |
| 2024 | $14,258 +3.1% | $777,000 |
| 2023 | $13,831 | $777,000 |
| 2022 | $13,831 -19.7% | $777,000 +10.8% |
| 2021 | $17,226 +75.3% | $701,400 |
| 2020 | $9,825 0% | $701,400 |
| 2019 | $9,828 -5.5% | $701,400 +20.9% |
| 2018 | $10,397 -43.9% | $580,200 |
| 2017 | $18,543 | $580,200 |
| 2016 | $18,543 +2.9% | $580,200 +6.6% |
| 2015 | $18,013 -1.9% | $544,200 |
| 2013 | $18,367 +6.5% | $544,200 +0.7% |
| 2012 | $17,240 | $540,600 |
| 2011 | $17,240 +5% | $540,600 |
| 2010 | $16,423 +8.3% | $540,600 -13.7% |
| 2009 | $15,163 +6% | $626,300 |
| 2007 | $14,305 -9.8% | $626,300 +19.4% |
| 2006 | $15,862 | $524,700 |
| 2005 | $15,862 | $524,700 |
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Neighborhood: Wayland
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- 6/10Martin Luther King Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
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