For sale

$424,900

281 River Ave, Providence, RI 02908

3beds

1,690sqft

$2,788/mo

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1930

4,870 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$251/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Two-car garageLight-filled sunroomFormal dining roomInviting living spacesClassic colonial charmInviting three-bedroom one-and-a-half-bath colonialHardwood floors throughout

Welcome to this inviting three-bedroom, one-and-a-half-bath Colonial on beautiful, tree-lined Pleasant Valley Parkway in Providence’s Elmhurst neighborhood. Hardwood floors throughout bring warmth and character to the interior, where a formal dining room and living room provide welcoming spaces for everyday living and entertaining. A light-filled sunroom offers a cheerful spot to relax, while the front porch invites you to sit back and enjoy the neighborhood setting. Situated on a corner lot, this home also features a two-car garage and a partially finished basement offering flexible space to suit your needs. Classic Colonial charm and inviting living spaces make this Elmhurst home a must-see.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 2

Bathroom

Features: Bath w Tub, Bath w Shower Stall

Heating

Natural Gas, Steam

Cooling

None

Appliances

Included: Gas Water Heater

Features

Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Family Room
Has fireplace: No
Fireplace features: None

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,430
Total interior livable area: 1,690 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,430
Finished area below ground: 260

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 5
Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
Garage spaces: 2

Lot

Size: 4,870 Square Feet

Details

Parcel number: PROVM117L414

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1930

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Municipal

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Pleasant Valley Parkway

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Providence

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $251/sqft
Tax assessed value: $395,100
Annual tax amount: $3,318
Date on market: 10/19/2026

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
10/19/2026	Listed for sale	$424,900$251/sqft
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1426324 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$3,319 -45.4%	$395,100 +19.2%
2024	$6,083 +3.1%	$331,500
2023	$5,901	$331,500
2022	$5,901 +2.7%	$331,500 +41.7%
2021	$5,747 +95.7%	$234,000
2020	$2,937 0%	$234,000
2019	$2,938 +24.3%	$234,000 +53%
2018	$2,364 -51.6%	$152,900
2017	$4,887	$152,900
2016	$4,887 -0.8%	$152,900 +2.8%
2015	$4,925 -1.9%	$148,800
2013	$5,022 -4.5%	$148,800 -9.8%
2012	$5,259	$164,900
2011	$5,259 +5%	$164,900
2010	$5,010 -9.9%	$164,900 -28.2%
2009	$5,561 +6%	$229,700
2007	$5,246 +0.7%	$229,700 +33.2%
2006	$5,212	$172,400
2005	$5,212	$172,400