217 4th St, Providence, RI, 02906
About This Home
Location and versatility in the heart of the East Side! Just steps from the shops, cafés, and dining options along Hope Street. Minutes to Blackstone Boulevard, it is well suited for owner-occupants, multigenerational living, or supplemental rental income. The 1st floor residence features a spacious kitchen with high ceilings, abundant cabinetry, gas cooktop, built-in wall oven, dishwasher, washer/dryer, and ample space for everyday living and entertaining. The 2nd/3rd floor townhouse residence features a uniquely designed main living floor and upper primary suite. Separate living and office areas provide flexibility for working from home, while the dining space and oversized kitchen create a natural gathering area. Recessed lighting, generous room sizes, and tree-lined views contribute to the home’s singular charm. The custom finished basement, which is currently associated with the home’s townhouse residence, greatly increases the home’s potential. Complete with hand-crafted woodwork, artfully designed gas hearth, full bath with glass-enclosed shower.. the space caters to many possibilities, including guest accommodations, studio space, gym, or added living area. In addition, there is a two stall garage, ideal for added storage or parking. The backyard is a great private escape from the city and tucked into one of Providence’s most desirable neighborhoods within easy reach of the city’s universities, hospitals, commuter routes, and downtown amenities. Welcome home!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Materials
- Construction materials: Dry Wall,Plaster,Clapboard
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Multi Family
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater,Dishwasher,Dryer,Disposal,Microwave,Oven/Range,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: In Building
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Partially Finished,Bath/Stubbed,Living Room,Office,Storage Space,Utility
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Tub & Shower
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall),Wall (Plaster),Cathedral Ceiling(s),Stairs,Plumbing (Copper),Plumbing (Mixed),Insulation (Unknown),Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Baseboard,Forced Water
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,748
- Total interior livable area: 2,748 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: PROVM93L81
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Features
- Stories: 3
Lot
- Lot size: 5,000 sqft
- Features: Sidewalks
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Detached,Driveway
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Rhode Island Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,297 | $51,564 |
| Home Insurance * | $310 | $3,720 |
| Property Taxes | $498 | $5,976 |
| Electricity | $559 | $6,715 |
| Total | $5,664 | $67,968 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Rhode Island FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-14 | Price change | $849,900 |
| 2026-06-02 | Price change | $875,000 |
| 2020-09-25 | Price change | $569,000 |
| 2020-08-14 | Listed for sale | $589,000 |
| 2006-08-18 | Sold | $450,000 |
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