Exceptional Victorian home built in 1889 blends historic charm with modern comfort. Impressive entry foyer features intricately carved wood details including a built-in window seat, gorgeous hardwood floors with mahogany detailing, and an original tile ceiling. South facing living room with an exquisite tiled fireplace is flooded with abundant sunlight all day long through the splendid bay window with oversized windows, and seamlessly flows into a cozy family room and convenient powder room. The generous dining room leads to a spacious cook’s kitchen which spans the back of the home, with newly painted white cabinetry, stainless appliances, expansive granite counters, and a large breakfast area with a decorative cast iron stove. The versatile 2nd floor offers a delightfully sunny sitting room with a bay window and another gorgeous tiled fireplace, plus 3 other possible bedrooms and a large recently updated family bath. The 3rd floor provides additional living space for bedrooms or offices, some with great city views, a bathroom, and a laundry room. The lower level has a finished 1 bed 2 bath apartment with its own laundry – great for long term guests or an au pair. Approved zoning allows for a second living unit - a perfect use for the charming carriage house at rear of property. Freshly painted throughout. Ideally located between College Hill and Freeman Plat, this East Side gem is walkable to shops, schools, and universities, with easy access to the train and interstate.
Sold for $1,407,500
$1,407,500
256 Olney St, Providence, RI 02906
6beds
4,757sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1889
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$1,473,800 Zestimate®
$296/sqft
$7,739 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,473,800
$1.31M - $1.67M
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Gorgeous tiled fireplaceExquisite tiled fireplaceLarge breakfast areaLaundry roomCharming carriage houseCozy family roomGenerous dining room
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Listed by:
Gerri Schiffman 401-474-3733,
Residential Properties Ltd.
Bought with:
James Hall, RES.0045424
Compass
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1383919
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Steam, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wall (Plaster), Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Finished,Bath/Stubbed,Bedroom(s),Kitchen,Laundry,Living Room,Storage Space,Utility
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,767
- Total interior livable area: 4,757 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,767
- Finished area below ground: 990
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Screened
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Features: Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: PROVM8L108
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Plaster, Clapboard, Shingles
- Foundation: Mixed
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1889
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Municipal
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System Owned
Community
- Community features: Near Public Transport, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Private School, Public School, Railroad, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
Location
- Region: Providence
- Subdivision: Freeman Plat / Moses Brown
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/21/2025 | Sold | $1,407,500-2.9%$296/sqft |
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| 5/26/2025 | Pending sale | $1,450,000$305/sqft |
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| 5/6/2025 | Contingent | $1,450,000$305/sqft |
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| 5/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000+7.4%$305/sqft |
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| 6/21/2024 | Sold | $1,350,000-3.2%$284/sqft |
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| 5/20/2024 | Pending sale | $1,395,000$293/sqft |
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| 5/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000+175.7%$293/sqft |
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| 8/31/2016 | Listing removed | $1,295+17.7% |
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| 4/14/2014 | Listing removed | $1,100 |
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| 2/23/2014 | Price change | $1,100-8.3% |
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| 1/17/2014 | Price change | $1,200-20% |
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| 1/16/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,500 |
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| 9/5/2013 | Sold | $506,000-3.6%$106/sqft |
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| 5/21/2013 | Price change | $525,000-11.8%$110/sqft |
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| 4/27/2013 | Price change | $595,000-3.3%$125/sqft |
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| 4/5/2013 | Listed for sale | $615,000+173.3%$129/sqft |
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| 5/17/1991 | Sold | $225,000$47/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $11,151 -34.8% | $1,477,000 +58.4% |
| 2024 | $17,113 +3.1% | $932,600 |
| 2023 | $16,600 | $932,600 |
| 2022 | $16,600 -1.7% | $932,600 +35.7% |
| 2021 | $16,885 +75.5% | $687,500 |
| 2020 | $9,620 -5.1% | $687,500 |
| 2019 | $10,134 -13.2% | $687,500 +10.7% |
| 2018 | $11,673 -41.2% | $620,900 |
| 2017 | $19,844 | $620,900 |
| 2016 | $19,844 +4.9% | $620,900 +8.6% |
| 2015 | $18,923 -1.9% | $571,700 |
| 2013 | $19,295 -2.6% | $571,700 -7.9% |
| 2012 | $19,801 | $620,900 |
| 2011 | $19,801 +5% | $620,900 |
| 2010 | $18,863 +22.1% | $620,900 -2.7% |
| 2009 | $15,448 +6% | $638,100 |
| 2007 | $14,574 +2.7% | $638,100 +35.9% |
| 2006 | $14,193 | $469,500 |
| 2005 | $14,193 | $469,500 |
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Neighborhood: Blackstone
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Martin Luther King Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 5/10Nathan Bishop Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 1/10Hope High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
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