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House for rent
  • $20,000/mo

    79 Prospect St, Providence, RI 02906

    7beds
    8,776sqft
    Price is base rent and doesn't include required fees.
    Singlefamily
    Available now
    Cats, dogs OK
    Central air
    In unit laundry
    4 Attached garage spaces parking
    Natural gas, central, forced air, fireplace

    What's special

    Built in bookcasesWall of glass doorsLaundry roomPrivate elevatorRec roomGorgeous family roomWine cellar
    This stunning historic residence is available for let. Beautifully preserved, this home sits in a prime location at the top of College Hill. Step into the gracious entry hall and be immediately impressed with 11' ceilings, rich architectural details including crown molding, raised panel walls, warm wood floors and several fireplaces with marble surrounds. The first-floor layout is designed for entertaining with a front parlor that flows directly into the library. Across the hall is the formal dining room with a butler's pantry that leads to the expansive kitchen with cherry wood cabinetry, stone counters and professional grade appliances. At the back of the house is a gorgeous family room with built in bookcases, an elliptical skylight and a wall of glass doors that step out to the bluestone terrace and private city garden. There are two powder rooms and a coat room that complete this level. Upstairs to the second floor is the primary suite, with dressing room and full tile bath. Two additional bedrooms with an ensuite bath plus a study finish off this floor. The third floor has three additional bedroom suites with private baths and a study. Finally, the lower level has a rec room, wine cellar, laundry room plus easy access to the four+ vehicle integral garage. All floors are accessed by a private elevator for added convenience. This exquisite property is just steps the universities, Downtown and the train. A luxury rental like no other. IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 7
    • Bathrooms: 8
    • Full bathrooms: 6
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Central, Forced Air, Fireplace
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Insulation (Unknown), Stairs
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
    • Has basement: Yes
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 8,776 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Assigned, Attached, Driveway, Covered
    • Has attached garage: Yes
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Stories: 4
    • Exterior features: Accessible Elevator Installed, Architecture Style: Colonial, Assigned, Commuter Bus, Corner Lot, Driveway, Floor Covering: Ceramic, Flooring: Ceramic, Gas Water Heater, Heating system: Central, Heating system: Forced Air, Heating system: Gas Connected, Heating: Gas, Highway Access, Hospital, In Unit, Insulation (Unknown), Integral, Interstate, Lot Features: Corner Lot, Sidewalks, Sprinklers, Marble, Near Public Transport, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Oven/Range, Patio, Private School, Public School, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Sewage included in rent, Sidewalks, Sprinklers, Stairs, Tennis, Tennis Court(s), Water included in rent

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Colonial
    • Property subtype: SingleFamily
    Condition
    • Year built: 1861

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Sewage, Water

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Features: Tennis Court(s)
    HOA
    • Amenities included: Tennis Court(s)
    Location
    • Region: Providence

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 12 Months

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    3/28/2025Listed for rent$20,000+100%$2/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1379535
    2/2/2025Listing removed$10,000$1/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1364907
    1/23/2025Price change$10,000-33.3%$1/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1364907
    12/9/2024Price change$15,000-25%$2/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1364907
    8/1/2024Listed for rent$20,000$2/sqft
    Source: StateWide MLS RI #1364907

    Neighborhood: College Hill