178 Bowen St, Unit 5

Providence, RI 02906

$550,000
Price
5
Beds
1,616 Sq. Ft.
$340 / Sq. Ft.
1,616
Sq. Ft.
$340
per Sq. Ft.
Rare Multi-Level Investment Property – College Hill

Description

Rare Multi-Level Investment Property College Hill This two-level, 5-bedroom, 2-bath condo is a standout investment in the heart of College Hill, Providence's most prestigious rental market. With features like hardwood floors, marble fireplace, and modern updates, it offers high renter appeal. Backed by a solid rental history, and just steps from Brown, RISD, and Thayer Street, this is an ideal opportunity for investors seeking immediate, reliable income. Update PRICE IMPROVEMENT on all 5 units MLS...Rare Multi-Level Investment Property College Hill This two-level, 5-bedroom, 2-bath condo is a standout investment in the heart of College Hill, Providence's most prestigious rental market. With features like hardwood floors, marble fireplace, and modern updates, it offers high renter appeal. Backed by a solid rental history, and just steps from Brown, RISD, and Thayer Street, this is an ideal opportunity for investors seeking immediate, reliable income. Update PRICE IMPROVEMENT on all 5 units MLS #1386302
  1. Listed by Pilar Colleran • Brokerage DRE #REB.0014716 • Keller Williams Realty • pilar@kw.com

Property Details for 178 Bowen Street, Unit 5

Subdivision Name
College Hill
Building Name
Crawford Allen House
Pets Allowed
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 11/29/2025 05:19 PM

Property Details for 178 Bowen Street, Unit 5

StatusActive
MLS #1386296
Days on Market185
Taxes$6,178 / year
HOA Fees$525 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeResidential / Condominium
Year Built1885
CountyProvidence County

Location

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Building Information for 178 Bowen Street, Unit 5

Building/ComplexCrawford Allen HouseFloor3Stories4Residences16Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsYesYear Built1885

Payment Calculator

$3,758 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,718

Property Taxes

$515

HOA Dues

$525

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Property Information for 178 Bowen Street, Unit 5

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Providence
  • Community Features: Golf, Highway Access, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Restaurant, Shopping, Tennis Courts
  • Country: US
  • Directions: Please use GPS
  • Postal City: Providence
  • Postal Code: 02906
  • Postal Code Plus4: 4830
  • State Or Province: RI
  • Zoning: R-1
  • Human Modified Y N: Yes
Location and General Infromation
  • Complex Name: Crawford Allen House
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Garage Y N: No
  • Parking Features: No Garage, Unassigned
  • Parking Total: 0
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Amenities: Garden Area
  • Association Fee: $525.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Laundry, Maintenance Grounds, Other, Pest Control, See Remarks, Trash
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,178.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 336700
  • Tax Book Number: 9458
  • Tax Lot: 359
  • Tax Map Number: 10
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 1616.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 1616.0
  • Building Area Units: Square Feet
  • Farm Land Area Units: Square Feet
  • Living Area: 1,616.00
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.256
  • Lot Size Area: 11151.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 11151.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 178BOWENST05PROV
  • Stories: 4
  • Stories Total: 4
  • Structure Type: Townhouse
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Condominium
Property and Assessments
  • Entry Level: 3
  • New Construction Y N: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 16
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community Y N: No
  • Year Built: 1885
  • Year Built Details: Approximate
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • C L I P: 2,603,605,330
Utilities
  • Electric: Amps100
  • Sewer: Connected
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Connected, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Foundation Details: See Remarks
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Basement Y N: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Cooling: None
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Fireplace Features: Marble
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Heating: Gas, Hot Water
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceilings, High Ceilings, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Levels: Two
  • Rooms Total: 8
  • Spa Y N: No

Property History for 178 Bowen Street, Unit 5

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73445716

$550,000—
Aug 30, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MLS PIN #73386662

$550,000—
Jun 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73386662

$550,000—
Jun 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1386296

$550,000—
Jun 29, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #272157514

$170,000

-6.1% / yr

Jun 29, 2009

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #760751

$170,000—
Apr 29, 2009

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #760751

—
Nov 8, 2007

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #760751

$245,000—
Aug 31, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #171288785

$230,000

+23.7% / yr

Aug 23, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #171257887

$149,500

+6.3% / yr

Dec 20, 2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #171245680

$135,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/20/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73445716

$550,000
08/30/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MLS PIN #73386662

$550,000
06/05/2025

Listed (Active)

MLS PIN #73386662

$550,000
06/03/2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1386296

$550,000
06/29/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #272157514

$170,000

-6.1% / yr

06/29/2009

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #760751

$170,000
04/29/2009

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #760751

—
11/08/2007

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #760751

$245,000
08/31/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #171288785

$230,000

+23.7% / yr

08/23/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #171257887

$149,500

+6.3% / yr

12/20/2000

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #171245680

$135,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 178 Bowen Street, Unit 5

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$433,300Total-
Tax Record2025$6,326 ($527 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,616 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,616 SqFtStories2StyleCondominiumYear Built1885Year Renovated1985ZoningR-1CountyPROVIDENCEAPNPROV M:10 L:389 U:5

Schools near 178 Bowen Street, Unit 5

This home is within Providence School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Martin Luther King Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Nathan Bishop Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Hope High School
Public - 9 to 12
Hope Leadership School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Martin Luther King Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Nathan Bishop Middle School
Public6 to 8

Hope High School
Public9 to 12

Hope Leadership School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 178 Bowen Street, Unit 5, Providence, RI 02906

178 Bowen Street, Unit 5 is a condo for sale in Providence, RI 02906. This property was listed for sale on June 3, 2025 by Keller Williams Realty, it's currently listed at $550,000. It has been on the market for a total of 185 days and was last sold on June 29, 2009. This listing's school district is Providence School District. Nearby schools include Martin Luther King Elementary School, Nathan Bishop Middle School and Hope High School. 178 Bowen Street, Unit 5 is a 5-bed, 2-bath, 1,616 sqft condo built in 1885.

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