Captivating Zoeth Brown House (c1845) in Fox Point, completely reimagined and thoughtfully renovated for modern living. Original period details, pine floors, and character throughout. Charming side entry to the main level and an inviting center entry foyer leads to a living room and a living/playroom, each with a marble fireplace, and a family room with a gas fireplace. Delightful bright and open eat-in kitchen with white custom cabinetry, granite counters, stainless appliances, vaulted ceiling, large dining area surrounded by windows, and French doors out to a stone patio overlooking the private fenced yard with mature plantings. A mudroom with laundry and a full bath completes the 1st floor. Primary bedroom with a walk-in closet, vaulted beamed ceiling, and a skylight, plus two other bedrooms and a full bath on the 2nd floor. The ground level offers its own private entrance to a living room, pantry, bedroom, and full bath, making it the perfect set-up for an in-law or au-pair situation. Central A/C. Gated driveway with 4 car parking. Excellent condition inside and out: recent roof, freshly painted interior, new boiler and new hot water heater. Ideally located just steps from Benefit Street an easy walk to Trader Joe's, Wickenden Street shops and restaurants, India Point Park, pedestrian bridge, Brown, RISD, and more. Very special!
Single-familyProperty Type
1845Year Built
4,792 sq ftLot Size
$439Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by Gerri Schiffman• Residential Properties Ltd.
Bought with Gerri Schiffman• Residential Properties Ltd.
Historic 1845 Zoeth Brown House steps to Benefit and Wickenden Streets. Single family home with lower level walkout. Period character and charm with numerous improvements. Open eat in kitchen with vaulted ceiling and granite countertops. Sitting, living and living/playroom, mudroom and a full bath complete the first floor. Primary bedroom, two additional twin bedrooms and another full bath are on the second floor. Hardwoods throughout, central air conditioning, recent roof, gated driveway with 4 car parking, fenced lot, patio overlooking private, mature rear yard. The lower level includes the 4th bedroom with full bath, living room, pantry, with a street level front door entrance making it a perfect setup for an in-law or au-pair situation. Walk to shops, eateries, India Point Park and waterfront.
RIS #1316866
Oct 13, 2022
Listing Removed
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Aug 23, 2022
Price Changed
$979,000
$351/sq ft
Aug 1, 2022
Listed
$1,049,000
$376/sq ft
RIS #1
Jan 7, 2015
Price Changed
$389,000
$140/sq ft
RIS #1071540
Jul 30, 2014
Listing Removed
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Jun 21, 2014
Listed
$459,000
$165/sq ft
RIS #1067446
Jul 30, 2014
Listing Removed
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May 12, 2014
Listed
$459,000
$165/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,003 (+4.5%)
$545,800 + $454,400
$1,000,200
2024
$13,403
$384,100 + $346,300
$730,400
2023
$13,403 (+10.6%)
$384,100 + $346,300
$730,400
2022
$12,122 (−7.9%)
$384,100 + $296,900
$681,000
2021
$13,162
$281,100 + $254,800
$535,900
2020
$13,162
$281,100 + $254,800
$535,900
2019
$13,162 (+5.1%)
$281,100 + $254,800
$535,900
2018
$12,528
$267,200 + $124,800
$392,000
2017
$12,528
$267,200 + $124,800
$392,000
2016
$12,528 (+5.2%)
$267,200 + $124,800
$392,000
2015
$11,913
$180,800 + $179,100
$359,900
2014
$180,800 + $178,700
$359,500
2013
$180,800 + $178,700
$359,500
2012
$238,900 + $119,200
$358,100
2011
$238,900 + $119,200
$358,100
2008
$8,681
$180,800 + $178,700
$359,500
Tax history for 12 Sheldon St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,003 (+4.5%)
$545,800 + $454,400
$1,000,200
2024
$13,403
$384,100 + $346,300
$730,400
2023
$13,403 (+10.6%)
$384,100 + $346,300
$730,400
2022
$12,122 (−7.9%)
$384,100 + $296,900
$681,000
2021
$13,162
$281,100 + $254,800
$535,900
2020
$13,162
$281,100 + $254,800
$535,900
2019
$13,162 (+5.1%)
$281,100 + $254,800
$535,900
2018
$12,528
$267,200 + $124,800
$392,000
2017
$12,528
$267,200 + $124,800
$392,000
2016
$12,528 (+5.2%)
$267,200 + $124,800
$392,000
2015
$11,913
$180,800 + $179,100
$359,900
2014
$180,800 + $178,700
$359,500
2013
$180,800 + $178,700
$359,500
2012
$238,900 + $119,200
$358,100
2011
$238,900 + $119,200
$358,100
2008
$8,681
$180,800 + $178,700
$359,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,850
Year built
1845
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Providence County
APN
575063
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Dec 1, 2015 • Final
Building
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
Interior Features
Window Features: Skylight(s), Storm Window(s)
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Other Features: Attic, Cathedral Ceiling(s), High Ceilings, Skylights, Tub Shower, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cable TV
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 3
Stories (Total): 3
Construction Details: Plaster, Clapboard
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio, Paved Driveway
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Security Features: Security System Owned
Fencing: Fenced
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 4,792
Lot Size Acres: 0.11
Zoning: R-2
Property Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,787
Foundation Details: Stone
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $730,400
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $7,640
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Connected, Public Sewer
Water Source: Connected, Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Forced Air, Gas, Zoned
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Highway Access, Marina, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Restaurant, Shopping, Tennis Court(s), Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,850
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1845
Year Renovated: —
County: Providence County
APN: 575063
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 22, 2026
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Vartan Gregorian Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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$1.16M – $1.41M
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