451 River Avenue, Providence, RI 02908 - Photo 1

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$685,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
2 Partial Baths
2,204 Sq. Ft.
0.12 Acres
1 Car Garage
Updated 12 days ago

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Property Description

Charming 1930 Dutch Colonial in Elmhurst, just steps from Providence College! This artist-owned home perfectly blends original character with modern upgrades. Featuring 3 4 bedrooms, 2 full & 2 half baths, and over 2,200 sq ft, it boasts original hardwood floors throughout that are protected by removable carpet tiles, a newly vinyl-sided exterior for low maintenance, and a rear artist studio addition, ideal for creative work, a home office, or flexible bonus space. Enjoy the finished 3rd floor attic space with its own bathroom, private yard with a new concrete patio, mini-splits for efficient air conditioning throughout, updated 200-amp electrical service, an on-demand gas water heater, replacement windows, a newer roof, and income-producing solar panels. Even the driveway is heated to help with New England winters! A truly unique home with artistic charm, modern conveniences, and a location that can't be beat in one of Providence's most desirable neighborhoods.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 451 River Ave

General

Sold For: $685,000
Taxes: $3,861 (2025)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: STWMLS
MLS ID: 1417154
Added to Site: 97 day(s) ago

Interior

Number of Rooms: 10
Interior Features: Attic, Interior Steps, Skylights, Stall Shower, Tub Shower
Fireplace: Yes
Number of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace(s): Masonry
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 4
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior

Exterior Features: Breezeway, Patio, Paved Driveway
Porch/Patio/Deck: Patio

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Covered Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Attached, Garage

Location

County: Providence
Near Highway: Yes

Heating & Cooling

Central air: Yes
Air Conditioning: Yes
Cooling Type: Ductless, Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Ductless, Gas, Heat Pump, Steam

Utilities

Sewer: Connected, Public Sewer
Water: Connected, Public
Utility Description: Sewer Connected

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Colonial
Detached/Attached: Detached
Construction: Drywall, Vinyl Siding
Basement: Yes
Basement Desc.: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
Windows: Skylight(s)
Doors: Storm Door(s)
Stories/Levels: 4
Building Size: 2204
Square Feet: 2,204
Living Area: 2,204 Sq. Ft.
Finished Total: 2,204 Sq. Ft.
Finished Above Grnd: 2,204 Sq. Ft.
Year Built: 1930

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.12
Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 5,227
Lot Size: 5227

Financial Considerations

Tax Amount: $3,861
Tax Year: 2025

Disclosures and Reports

Property ID: 451RIVERAVPROV
Lot Number: 285

Listed by Broadway Real Estate Group
Sold by Residential Properties Ltd.

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Schools

Schools serving 451 River Ave

School District:Providence School District

Name	Grades	Distance
Robert F. Kennedy El. School 195 Nelson Street, Providence, RI 02908	K-5	0.3 mi
Harry Kizirian Elementary School 60 Camden Avenue, Providence, RI 02908	K-5	0.7 mi
Veazie Street School 211 Veazie Street, Providence, RI 02904	K-5	0.8 mi
Nathanael Greene Middle School 721 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, RI 02908	6-8	0.6 mi
Esek Hopkins Middle School 480 Charles Street, Providence, RI 02904	6-8	1.2 mi
Governor Christopher Delsesto Middle School 152 Springfield Street, Providence, RI 02909	6-8	2 mi
Mount Pleasant High School 434 Mount Pleasant Avenue, Providence, RI 02908	9-12	0.7 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 & Sales History for 451 River Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

9/25/2026

Sold

$685,000

-4.18%

MLS

7/06/2026

Listed

$714,900

—

MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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