Located in the heart of College Hill, the historic Uriah Baker House (c.1825) seamlessly blends timeless architecture with meticulous modern updates. Fully renovated from top to bottom, this four-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence offers a rare combination of period charm and elevated luxury. Thoughtful upgrades include all new Pella windows, a beautifully redesigned kitchen, and spa-inspired bathrooms throughout. The newly created primary suite serves as a private retreat, featuring a dual-sink vanity, a spacious walk-in shower, and heated floors for year-round comfort. Additional enhancements include a mudroom with radiant heat, updated HVAC systems, extensive professional landscaping, and a stunning outdoor kitchen ideal for entertaining. With three off-street parking spaces and an unbeatable location just steps from the very best of College Hill, this distinguished home presents a truly unparalleled opportunity.
Sold for $1,715,000
$1,715,000
172 Williams St, Providence, RI 02906
4beds
2,864sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1825
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$1,741,400 Zestimate®
$599/sqft
$5,167 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,741,400
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Three off-street parking spacesAll new pella windowsMudroom with radiant heatSpa-inspired bathrooms throughoutPrivate retreatNewly created primary suiteDual-sink vanity
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Listed by:
Sweeney Advisory Group 401-864-8286,
Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
Bought with:
Sweeney Advisory Group
Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1402256
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Plumbing (Mixed)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Bulkhead,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Brick, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,864
- Total interior livable area: 2,864 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,864
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: No Garage
Lot
- Size: 4,356 sqft
- Features: Local Historic District
Details
- Parcel number: PROVM16L215
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Mixed
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1825
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Individual Meter
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- 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
Location
- Region: Providence
- Subdivision: Fox Point/College Hill
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/2/2026 | Sold | $1,715,000+1.2%$599/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1402256 Report a problem | ||
| 1/15/2026 | Pending sale | $1,695,000$592/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1402256 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,695,000+421.5%$592/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1402256 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2017 | Sold | $325,000-36%$113/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2003 | Sold | $507,500+35.3%$177/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/1999 | Sold | $375,000$131/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,616 -44.9% | $1,008,700 +33.8% |
| 2024 | $13,834 +3.1% | $753,900 |
| 2023 | $13,419 | $753,900 |
| 2022 | $13,419 +17.8% | $753,900 +62.5% |
| 2021 | $11,396 +66.7% | $464,000 |
| 2020 | $6,838 0% | $464,000 |
| 2019 | $6,839 -43% | $464,000 +23.5% |
| 2018 | $12,004 +8.8% | $375,600 +8.8% |
| 2017 | $11,029 | $345,100 |
| 2016 | $11,029 -0.1% | $345,100 +3.4% |
| 2015 | $11,042 -1.9% | $333,600 |
| 2013 | $11,259 -29% | $333,600 -33% |
| 2012 | $15,868 | $497,600 |
| 2011 | $15,868 +5% | $497,600 |
| 2010 | $15,117 +10.9% | $497,600 -11.6% |
| 2009 | $13,630 +6% | $563,000 |
| 2007 | $12,859 -11.8% | $563,000 +16.7% |
| 2006 | $14,583 | $482,400 |
| 2005 | $14,583 | $482,400 |
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Neighborhood: College Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Vartan Gregorian Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Nathan Bishop Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 1/10Hope High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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- Rhode Island
- Providence County
- Providence
- 02906
- College Hill
- 172 Williams St
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