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Sold for $1,250,000
  • $1,250,000

    20 Grotto Ave, Providence, RI 02906

    5beds
    2,912sqft
    Multi Family
    Built in 1923
    -- sqft lot
    $1,257,300 Zestimate®
    $429/sqft
    $3,018 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $1,257,300

    $1.12M - $1.41M

    $3,018/mo

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    What's special

    Large well-manicured lotLeaded glass
    Impressive and well maintained 2 family home in fabulous Grotto Avenue location! Handsome brick, stucco and clapboard exterior. Spacious interior spaces are flooded with natural light and feature a classic layout with original hardwoods, fireplaces, sunrooms, moldings, leaded glass and built-ins. Many costly and thoughtful updates including - roof, windows, kitchen, bath, new heating systems, exterior painted summer of 2025... Combine the top two floors to create a stunning owner's unit or perhaps an income producing ADU. This exceptional home sits on a large well-manicured lot with a 3 car garage plus plenty of additional parking, a private fenced yard with patio, yard and gardens. Located within a quick walking distance to the Seekonk River, Wayland Square, Whole Foods and just steps away from Blackstone Boulevard's walking path.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Ralph Curti 401-439-1770,

    Residential Properties Ltd.

    Bought with:

    William Sherry, RES.0043771

    Compass

    Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1414556MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 5
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Baseboard, Forced Water, Individual Control
    Cooling
    • None, Wall Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Building, In Unit
    Features
    • Internal Expansion, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
    • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
    • Doors: Storm Door(s)
    • Windows: Insulated Windows
    • Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Laundry,Playroom
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Brick
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 3,360
    • Total interior livable area: 2,912 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Driveway
    • Garage spaces: 3
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Stories: 3
    • Fencing: Fenced
    • Waterfront features: Walk to Fresh Water
    Lot
    • Size: 7,405 Square Feet
    • Features: Sidewalks
    Details
    • Foundation area: 1344
    • Parcel number: PROVM41L223
    • Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: MultiFamily
    • Property subtype: Multi Family
    • Attached to another structure: Yes
    Materials
    • Brick, Clapboard
    • Foundation: Mixed
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1923

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Common Meter, Municipal
    • Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Near Public Transport, Highway Access, Hospital, Private School, Public School, Schools, Near Shopping
    • Subdivision: East Side
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Providence

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $429/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $1,668,900
    • Annual tax amount: $12,600
    • Date on market: 6/8/2026
    • Total actual rent: 2250

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/14/2026Sold$1,250,000+4.2%$429/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1414556 Report a problem
    6/15/2026Pending sale$1,200,000$412/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1414556 Report a problem
    6/8/2026Listed for sale$1,200,000+34.1%$412/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1414556 Report a problem
    5/10/2022Listing removed--
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1301452 Report a problem
    1/20/2022Pending sale$895,000$307/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1301452 Report a problem
    1/14/2022Listed for sale$895,000$307/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1301452 Report a problem
    2/2/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    3/8/2019Listing removed$1,900$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    2/21/2019Listed for rent$1,900$1/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$12,600 -36.3%$1,668,900 +54.9%
    2024$19,770 +3.1%$1,077,400
    2023$19,178 $1,077,400
    2022$19,178 +3.6%$1,077,400 +42.9%
    2021$18,511 +66.7%$753,700
    2020$11,107 0%$753,700
    2019$11,110 +4%$753,700 +32.7%
    2018$10,678 -41.2%$568,000
    2017$18,153 $568,000
    2016$18,153 +0.9%$568,000 +4.5%
    2015$17,987 -1.9%$543,400
    2013$18,340 -7.1%$543,400 -12.2%
    2012$19,740 $619,000
    2011$19,740 +5%$619,000
    2010$18,805 +22.7%$619,000 -2.2%
    2009$15,330 +6%$633,200
    2007$14,462 -6.5%$633,200 +23.7%
    2006$15,472 $511,800
    2005$15,472 $511,800
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    Neighborhood: Blackstone

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