Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/21/2026
Listed
$6,800
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MLS
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Property Description
Overlooking the historic Ladd Observatory, this perfect location in the heart of the East Side of Providence is in close proximity to Brown and other local amenities. Modern kitchen with quartz counters/stainless appliances, living room fireplace, primary suite w/ walk-in closet, period wood flooring, central heating/cooling, off-street parking, front farmer's porch, back deck, and more. Perfect for visiting professors and/or families between the buying/selling process. Pets negotiable. All linens provided. Owners pay water, sewer, internet, and landscaping. Tenants billed monthly for gas and electric usage. 4 month minimum lease.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 12 Observatory Ave
General
- Rent: $6,800
- Status: Active
- Type: Rental
- Source: STWMLS
- MLS ID: 1409906
- Updated: 4/21/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease/Rent Term: 12 Months
- Rent Includes: Internet, Laundry Facilities, Parking, Sewer, Trash Collection, Water
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 11
- Interior Features: Attic, Permanent Attic Stairs, Tub Shower
- Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Oil Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Furnished: Yes
- Furnishings: Furnished
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Common Area
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Porch, Paved Driveway
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Porch
Parking
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: No Garage, Unassigned
Location
- County: Providence
- Near Highway: Yes
Community
- Units Assoc/Comm: 1
- Pets Allowed: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Oil, Steam
Utilities
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Water Tap Fee
- Utility Description: Sewer Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Drywall
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
- Entry Floor Number: 1
- Entry Location: First Floor Access
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Building Size: 2600
- Square Feet: 2,600
- Living Area: 2,600 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 2,600 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,600 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1900
Lot Features
- Sidewalks: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Security Deposit: $6,800
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 12OBSERVATORYAVPROV
Listed by Compass
Schools
Schools serving 12 Observatory Ave
School District:Providence School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Martin Luther King El. School 35 Camp Street, Providence, RI 02906 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Vartan Gregorian El. School 455 Wickenden Street, Providence, RI 02903 | PK-5 | 1.4 mi |
Harry Kizirian Elementary School 60 Camden Avenue, Providence, RI 02908 | K-5 | 1.5 mi |
Nathan Bishop Middle School 101 Sessions Street, Providence, RI 02906 | 6-8 | 0.3 mi |
Esek Hopkins Middle School 480 Charles Street, Providence, RI 02904 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Nathanael Greene Middle School 721 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, RI 02908 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Hope High School 324 Hope Street, Providence, RI 02906 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Central High School, Providence, RI 70 Fricker Street, Providence, RI 02903 | 9-12 | 1.9 mi |
Classical High School, Providence, RI 770 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 02903 | 9-12 | 1.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price History for 12 Observatory Ave
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12 Observatory Avenue, Providence, RI 02906 (MLS# 1409906) is a Rental property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 12 Observatory Avenue is currently listed for rent at $6,800 and was received on April 21, 2026. Want to learn more about 12 Observatory Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other real estate for sale or rent in Providence? You can browse all Providence rentals or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.