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  • $1,001,400

    12 Observatory Ave, Providence, RI 02906

    4beds
    2,600sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in ----
    -- sqft lot
    $1,001,400 Zestimate®
    $385/sqft
    $5,658 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,001,400

    $921,000 - $1.10M

    $5,658/mo

    Zestimate® history
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    What's special

    Back deckOff-street parkingPeriod wood flooringStainless appliances

    Overlooking the historic Ladd Observatory, this perfect location in the heart of the East Side of Providence is in close proximity to Brown and other local amenities. Modern kitchen with quartz counters/stainless appliances, living room fireplace, primary suite w/ walk-in closet, period wood flooring, central heating/cooling, off-street parking, front farmer's porch, back deck, and more. Perfect for visiting professors and/or families between the buying/selling process. Pets negotiable. All linens provided. Owners pay water, sewer, internet, and landscaping. Tenants billed monthly for gas and electric usage. This is not an annual lease. It is short term. 4 month minimum. Myabe some flexibility beyond that. Short term luxury furnished rental 4-month minimum

    This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Zillow. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

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    Source: Zillow Rentals

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Walk In Closet
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
    • Furnished: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,600 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Exterior features: Bicycle storage, Heating system: Forced Air, Pets Negotiable $100/Month, Short Term Rental Minimum 4 Months Avail 6/1, Walk In Closet
    Details
    • Parcel number: PROVM8L105

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Providence

    HOA & financial

    Other fees
    • Deposit fee: $6,800

    Other

    Other facts
    • Available date: 06/01/2026

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    5/20/2026Listing removed$6,800$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    4/28/2026Listed for rent$6,800+195.7%$3/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    1/27/2021Sold$649,000+41.4%$250/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    12/3/2019Listing removed$2,300$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    10/28/2019Listed for rent$2,300+4.5%$1/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem
    10/23/2019Listing removed$459,000-55.2%$177/sqft
    Source: Mott & Chace Sotheby's International Realty #1228833 Report a problem
    10/16/2019Price change$1,025,000+123.3%$394/sqft
    Source: Mott & Chace Sotheby's International Realty #1228833 Report a problem
    9/4/2019Price change$459,000-55.2%$177/sqft
    Source: Mott & Chace Sotheby's International Realty #1228833 Report a problem
    7/10/2019Price change$1,025,000+109.6%$394/sqft
    Source: Mott & Chace Sotheby's International Realty #1228833 Report a problem
    7/9/2019Listed for sale$489,000$188/sqft
    Source: Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl. #1228833 Report a problem
    11/24/2015Listing removed$2,200$1/sqft
    Source: Samson Realty Report a problem
    9/25/2015Price change$2,200-8.3%$1/sqft
    Source: Samson Realty Report a problem
    6/30/2015Listed for rent$2,400$1/sqft
    Source: Samson Realty Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$6,067 -46.8%$722,300 +16.2%
    2024$11,406 +3.1%$621,600
    2023$11,064 $621,600
    2022$11,064 +30.8%$621,600 +80.5%
    2021$8,458 +66.7%$344,400 +3.8%
    2020$5,075 -37.7%$331,700
    2019$8,147 -9.3%$331,700 +18%
    2018$8,981 0%$281,000
    2017$8,981 $281,000
    2016$8,981 +3.4%$281,000 +7.1%
    2015$8,682 -1.9%$262,300
    2013$8,853 -2%$262,300 -7.4%
    2012$9,034 $283,300
    2011$9,034 +5%$283,300
    2010$8,607 +4.4%$283,300 -16.8%
    2009$8,244 +6%$340,500
    2007$7,777 -8.2%$340,500 +21.5%
    2006$8,473 $280,300
    2005$8,473 $280,300

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    Neighborhood: Blackstone

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