Welcome to the J. Henry Thorpe House, an elegant Georgian Revival brick residence ca. 1935 and located in sought-after Paterson Park. This home has undergone extensive renovation of the highest quality that utilizes a timeless aesthetic with equal attention paid to making important infrastructure improvements. The property exhibits an unusual degree of privacy -- the home is sited well-back from the street behind a substantial stone wall; the fenced rear gardens abut extensive acreage belonging to the Blackstone Park Conservation District. The fully fenced property encompasses over 1/2 an acre of carefully landscaped gardens, complete with a charming koi pond. This is a truly unique and tranquil oasis set in a vibrant urban environment.
Sold for $3,325,000
$3,325,000
78 E Orchard Ave, Providence, RI 02906
6beds
6,155sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1935
0.59 Acres Lot
$3,520,500 Zestimate®
$540/sqft
$7,097 Estimated rent
Home value
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$3.10M - $3.98M
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Listed by:
Rebecca Mayer 401-447-8040,
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Bought with:
Rebecca Mayer, REB.0014156
Compass
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1379068
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom 6
- Level: Third
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Level: Third
Bathroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Level: First
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Third
Other
- Level: Third
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: First
Other
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Second
Living room
- Level: First
Porch
- Level: First
Recreation room
- Level: Lower
Storage
- Level: Lower
Utility room
- Level: Lower
Other
- Level: Lower
Heating
- Electric, Natural Gas, Baseboard, Hydro-Air, Radiant, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Range Hood, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Wall (Paneled), Wall (Plaster), Stairs, Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Cap), Insulation (Ceiling), Insulation (Unknown), Sauna
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Marble, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Insulated Windows, Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry,Partially Finished,Laundry,Playroom,Storage Space,Utility,Wine Cellar
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,299
- Total interior livable area: 6,155 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,299
- Finished area below ground: 856
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Screened
- Waterfront features: River, Walk To Water
Lot
- Size: 0.59 Acres
- Features: Sidewalks, Sprinklers, Wooded
Details
- Parcel number: PROVM41L145
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
- Other equipment: Cable TV, Sauna
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Paneled, Plaster, Brick, Shingles, Wood
- Foundation: Mixed
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1935
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, Generator
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Municipal
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Near Public Transport, Highway Access, Marina, Private School, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping
- Security: Security System Owned
- Subdivision: Paterson Park/Lincoln School
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Providence
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $540/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,273,200
- Annual tax amount: $22,006
- Date on market: 3/1/2025
- Inclusions: Dining room chandelier and wall sconces will not convey. Birdhouse in rear garden will not convey. 6, 006 SF of rear garden is licensed as an easement in perpetuity with the City of Providence.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2025 | Sold | $3,325,000-4.9%$540/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1379068 Report a problem | ||
| 3/1/2025 | Pending sale | $3,495,000$568/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1379068 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2024 | Listing removed | $3,495,000$568/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1370532 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,495,000$568/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1370532 Report a problem | ||
| 10/22/2024 | Contingent | $3,495,000$568/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1370532 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2024 | Listed for sale | $3,495,000+156%$568/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1370532 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2016 | Sold | $1,365,000-4.2%$222/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,425,000$232/sqft |
Source: Residential Properties #1120409 Report a problem | ||
| 12/24/2015 | Listing removed | $1,425,000$232/sqft |
Source: Residential Properties #1109941 Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2015 | Price change | $1,425,000-10.7%$232/sqft |
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| 10/11/2015 | Listed for sale | $1,595,000+35.2%$259/sqft |
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| 6/14/1996 | Sold | $1,180,000+82.9%$192/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/23/1992 | Sold | $645,000$105/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $19,095 -44% | $2,273,200 +22.2% |
| 2024 | $34,125 +3.1% | $1,859,700 |
| 2023 | $33,103 | $1,859,700 |
| 2022 | $33,103 -16% | $1,859,700 +15.9% |
| 2021 | $39,402 +66.7% | $1,604,300 |
| 2020 | $23,641 0% | $1,604,300 |
| 2019 | $23,647 -16% | $1,604,300 +7.1% |
| 2018 | $28,162 -41.2% | $1,498,000 |
| 2017 | $47,876 +1.2% | $1,498,000 +1.2% |
| 2016 | $47,320 -2.7% | $1,480,600 +0.8% |
| 2015 | $48,637 -0.5% | $1,469,400 +1.4% |
| 2013 | $48,900 -4.9% | $1,448,900 -10.1% |
| 2012 | $51,410 +5.1% | $1,612,100 +5.1% |
| 2011 | $48,922 +5% | $1,534,100 |
| 2010 | $46,606 +30.2% | $1,534,100 +3.7% |
| 2009 | $35,802 +6% | $1,478,800 |
| 2007 | $33,776 -15.3% | $1,478,800 +12.1% |
| 2006 | $39,864 | $1,318,700 |
| 2005 | $39,864 | $1,318,700 |
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Neighborhood: Wayland
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