147 Lorimer Ave
Providence, RI 02906
Blackstone- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,627 sqft
4 Beds
2 Baths
1,627 sqft
Local Information
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Description
1915 Craftsman Style 2-Story Home for Rent:
Charming, Providence Preservation Society historic home located one block off Blackstone Blvd on the East Side. Walk to park, bakery, cafes, pharmacy, library, restaurants, and stores. A year round gardener maintains the largest backyard on the street - giving this home plenty of room for outdoor entertaining amongst the large, wood decks, outdoor original stone grill, the 150 year-old maple tree, and other mature plantings. Pull up and park in the drive-through portico with Connecticut Bluestone surface driveway.
2-4 Bedrooms, flexible and unique configurations possible
1.5 updated bathrooms
Large, dry and clean basement suitable for storage
Washer/dryer, gas stove, refrigerator, alarm system, 3 zone heating control
Newly refinished original hardwood floors and woodwork throughout entire home
Brand new paint on all walls and ceilings
Original brass and hardware throughout home recently polished
Original built-in cabinetry with glass in living and dining rooms, original French Doors
New blinds on all windows throughout home
New gas-fired boiler/forced hot water baseboard heat
* Newly updated kitchen cabinets, countertop, disposal and dishwasher. ( not shown in current photos)
The owners have lovingly maintained the home since 1984, and have a history of long-term renters. Lease is for 1 year, with option to extend. 2 references are required: work and/or professional, and previous housing history. Pets considered.
Available June 2019. Shown by appointment only. Please email: 147Lorimer@gmail.com to set up showing or to ask questions.
1 year, option to extend. Owner pays water and gardener. City trash and recycling collection. Tenant pays electricity and gas.
Charming, Providence Preservation Society historic home located one block off Blackstone Blvd on the East Side. Walk to park, bakery, cafes, pharmacy, library, restaurants, and stores. A year round gardener maintains the largest backyard on the street - giving this home plenty of room for outdoor entertaining amongst the large, wood decks, outdoor original stone grill, the 150 year-old maple tree, and other mature plantings. Pull up and park in the drive-through portico with Connecticut Bluestone surface driveway.
2-4 Bedrooms, flexible and unique configurations possible
1.5 updated bathrooms
Large, dry and clean basement suitable for storage
Washer/dryer, gas stove, refrigerator, alarm system, 3 zone heating control
Newly refinished original hardwood floors and woodwork throughout entire home
Brand new paint on all walls and ceilings
Original brass and hardware throughout home recently polished
Original built-in cabinetry with glass in living and dining rooms, original French Doors
New blinds on all windows throughout home
New gas-fired boiler/forced hot water baseboard heat
* Newly updated kitchen cabinets, countertop, disposal and dishwasher. ( not shown in current photos)
The owners have lovingly maintained the home since 1984, and have a history of long-term renters. Lease is for 1 year, with option to extend. 2 references are required: work and/or professional, and previous housing history. Pets considered.
Available June 2019. Shown by appointment only. Please email: 147Lorimer@gmail.com to set up showing or to ask questions.
1 year, option to extend. Owner pays water and gardener. City trash and recycling collection. Tenant pays electricity and gas.
147 Lorimer Ave, Providence, RI 02906 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,627 sqft single-family home in Blackstone, built in 1915. It last sold for $820,000 on Dec 6, 2023. More recently, it was listed as a rental in April 2019 with an asking price of $2,700 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 24, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,047,800, with a rent estimate of $3,778/month.
Home Highlights
Parking
No Info
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago
Home Details for 147 Lorimer Ave
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Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 8 |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Other, GasHeating Fuel: Other |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Floors: Hardwood |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerWasher |
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltDeckExterior: Brick |
Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street |
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Year Built Year Built: 1915 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 8712 sqft |
Price History for 147 Lorimer Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 12/06/2023 | $820,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 03/24/2021 | ListingRemoved | N/A | |
| 05/09/2019 | $2,700 | ListingRemoved | N/A |
| 04/26/2019 | $2,700 | Listed For Rent | N/A |
| 02/28/2018 | $2,700 | ListingRemoved | N/A |
| 02/05/2018 | $2,700 | Listed For Rent | N/A |
Market trends in Providence
Last updated May 2026
Avg. sale price
$409K
$2.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.4%
Price per sq ft
$319
$11MoM
Available listings
233
18MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | $6,733 |
| Assessment | $801,600 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 147 Lorimer Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.17 | Single-Family Home | $1,032,000 | 06/04/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,616 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $735,000 | 10/08/25 | 4 | 1 | 2,022 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $795,000 | 07/28/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,312 | |
0.41 | Single-Family Home | $800,000 | 12/23/25 | 4 | 1.5 | 1,884 | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $820,000 | 08/27/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,674 | |
0.31 | Single-Family Home | $660,000 | 08/07/25 | 4 | 1.5 | 1,812 | |
0.08 | Single-Family Home | $800,000 | 10/24/25 | 3 | 2.5 | 2,410 | |
0.39 | Single-Family Home | $650,000 | 12/12/25 | 3 | 1.5 | 1,763 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $590,000 | 10/17/25 | 4 | 2 | 1,775 | |
0.37 | Single-Family Home | $975,000 | 01/09/26 | 4 | 2 | 1,700 |
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What Locals Say about Blackstone
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96 % Say there are sidewalks
93 % Say people would walk alone at night
92 % Say it's dog friendly
91 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
91 % Say parking is easy
90 % Say yards are well-kept
78 % Say streets are well-lit
76 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
74 % Say car is needed
73 % Say it's quiet
72 % Say neighbors are friendly
72 % Say kids play outside
69 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
69 % Say there's holiday spirit
49 % Say there are community events
45 % Say there's wildlife
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