20 Messer St, Unit 5

$289,900
Price
3
Beds
1,262 Sq. Ft.
$230 / Sq. Ft.
1,262
Sq. Ft.
$230
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to the Penthouse at Messer Place Condos, nestled in the heart of Providence's vibrant and eclectic Armory District. This top-floor retreat captures the creative energy of the neighborhood - artsy, colorful, and full of character - while offering beautiful views of the surrounding streets and historic homes. Just 3 minutes from Federal Hill, 7 minutes to downtown, and 15 minutes to the East Side, you'll love the easy access to Rhode Island's Little Italy, local universities, galleries, and...Welcome to the Penthouse at Messer Place Condos, nestled in the heart of Providence's vibrant and eclectic Armory District. This top-floor retreat captures the creative energy of the neighborhood - artsy, colorful, and full of character - while offering beautiful views of the surrounding streets and historic homes. Just 3 minutes from Federal Hill, 7 minutes to downtown, and 15 minutes to the East Side, you'll love the easy access to Rhode Island's Little Italy, local universities, galleries, and nightlife. Inside, discover 1,262 sq. ft. of charm and functionality, featuring 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, and in-unit laundry. The open-concept kitchen and living area is perfect for entertaining, complete with stainless steel appliances, gas stove, and dishwasher. Original pine floors, tall ceilings, French doors, built-ins, and great natural light add warmth and character throughout. Enjoy your morning coffee on the enclosed porch overlooking the lively neighborhood below. Storage is plentiful, with ample closets and additional space in the basement. Condo fees include heat, hot water, snow removal, landscaping, common electric, water, sewer, and master insurance. Distinctive, stately, and truly one of a kind, this artistic penthouse offers the perfect blend of comfort, creativity, and convenience. Don't miss the chance to call this urban oasis home.
  1. Listed by Samantha Durand • Brokerage DRE #REC.0016995 • HomeSmart Professionals
    P: (401)-450-8571 Samantha@Samanthajuneteam.com

Property Details for 20 Messer Street, Unit 5

Subdivision Name
Armory District
Building Name
Messer Place Condos
Pets Allowed
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 12/01/2025 03:31 PM

Property Details for 20 Messer Street, Unit 5

StatusActive
MLS #1395728
Days on Market55
Taxes$7,122 / year
HOA Fees$567 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeResidential / Condominium
Year Built1900
CountyProvidence County

Location

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Building Information for 20 Messer Street, Unit 5

Building/ComplexMesser Place CondosFloor3Stories1Residences5Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsYesYear Built1900

Payment Calculator

$2,593 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,432

Property Taxes

$594

HOA Dues

$567

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Property Information for 20 Messer Street, Unit 5

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Providence
  • Community Features: Highway Access, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Restaurant, Sidewalks
  • Postal City: Providence
  • Postal Code: 02909
  • State Or Province: RI
  • Human Modified Y N: Yes
Location and General Infromation
  • Complex Name: Messer Place Condos
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Garage Y N: No
  • Parking Features: Assigned, No Garage
  • Parking Total: 1
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: $567.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Hot Water, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Parking, Sewer, Snow Removal, Water
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,122.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 448400
  • Tax Lot: 486
  • Tax Map Number: 35
  • Tax Year: 2024
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 1262.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 1262.0
  • Living Area: 1,262.00
  • Living Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 20MESSERST5PROV
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Condominium
Property and Assessments
  • Entry Level: 3
  • Entry Location: Third Floor or higher Access
  • New Construction Y N: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 5
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community Y N: No
  • Year Built: 1900
Utilities
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, Fuses
  • Sewer: Connected, Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Connected, Public, Water Tap Fee
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Porch
  • Foundation Details: Combination, Stone
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Basement Y N: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Fireplace Y N: No
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Heating: Baseboard, Gas, Steam
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Interior Features: Tub Shower
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Levels: One
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Rooms Total: 6
  • Window Features: Thermal Windows
Room 1
  • Room Type 1: Utility Room
  • Room Level 1: First
Room 2
  • Room Type 2: Storage Room
  • Room Level 2: First
Room 3
  • Room Type 3: Porch
  • Room Level 3: First
Room 4
  • Room Type 4: Living Room
  • Room Level 4: First
Room 5
  • Room Type 5: Laundry
  • Room Level 5: First
Room 6
  • Room Type 6: Bathroom
  • Room Level 6: First
Room 7
  • Room Type 7: Bathroom
  • Room Level 7: First
Room 8
  • Room Type 8: Kitchen
  • Room Features 8: Eat In Kitchen
  • Room Level 8: First
Room 9
  • Room Type 9: Den
  • Room Level 9: First
Room 10
  • Room Type 10: Bedroom 3
  • Room Level 10: First
Room 11
  • Room Type 11: Bedroom 2
  • Room Level 11: First
Room 12
  • Room Type 12: Bedroom 1
  • Room Level 12: First
Room 30
  • Room List: Utility Room, Storage Room, Porch, Living Room, Laundry, Bathroom, Kitchen, Den, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1

Property History for 20 Messer Street, Unit 5

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 1, 2025

Price Change

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395728

$289,900
Nov 7, 2025

Price Change

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395728

$314,900
Oct 30, 2025

Price Change

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395728

$335,000
Oct 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395728

$349,900
Apr 4, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1487029817

$225,000

+7.6% / yr

Apr 4, 2022

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1301420

$225,000
Feb 22, 2022

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1301420

Jan 13, 2022

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1301420

$230,000
Nov 10, 2021

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1293888

Sep 16, 2021

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1293888

$250,000
Sep 14, 2021

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1289549

Jul 28, 2021

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1289549

$260,000
Jun 13, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #646877677

$183,000
Jun 13, 2019

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1218241

$183,000
Apr 25, 2019

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1218241

Mar 25, 2019

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1218241

$199,900
Jan 25, 2016

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1110957

$58,000
Dec 23, 2015

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1110957

Oct 22, 2015

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1110957

$84,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/01/2025

Price Change

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395728

$289,900
11/07/2025

Price Change

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395728

$314,900
10/30/2025

Price Change

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395728

$335,000
10/10/2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395728

$349,900
04/04/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1487029817

$225,000

+7.6% / yr

04/04/2022

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1301420

$225,000
02/22/2022

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1301420

01/13/2022

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1301420

$230,000
11/10/2021

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1293888

09/16/2021

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1293888

$250,000
09/14/2021

Permanently Off Market

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1289549

07/28/2021

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1289549

$260,000
06/13/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #646877677

$183,000
06/13/2019

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1218241

$183,000
04/25/2019

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1218241

03/25/2019

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1218241

$199,900
01/25/2016

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1110957

$58,000
12/23/2015

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1110957

10/22/2015

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1110957

$84,900

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

Public Records for 20 Messer Street, Unit 5

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$448,400Total-
Tax Record2025$6,547 ($546 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,262 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,262 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built1900ZoningR-3CountyPROVIDENCEAPNPROV M:35 L:486 U:5

Schools near 20 Messer Street, Unit 5

This home is within Providence School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 1
Rating
School
Distance
Asa Messer Elementary School
PublicPK to 4

West Broadway Middle School
Public5 to 8

Providence Career and Technical School
Public9 to 12

ASA Messer Annex
PublicK to 1

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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20 Messer Street, Unit 5 is a condo for sale in Providence, RI 02909. This property was listed for sale on October 10, 2025 by HomeSmart Professionals, it's currently listed at $289,900. It has been on the market for a total of 55 days and was last sold on April 4, 2022. This listing's school district is Providence School District. Nearby schools include Asa Messer Elementary School, West Broadway Middle School and Providence Career and Technical School. 20 Messer Street, Unit 5 is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,262 sqft condo built in 1900.

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