Welcome to the Pothier Mansion named after Rhode Islands late Governor Aram Pothier who served 2 terms. Aram Pothier lived in this house in the early 1880s, when his father built or bought this house, until his death in 1928. The formal sitting room offers original beveled glass french doors with ornate trim, and marble fireplace. Hardwoods in the formal sitting room and first floor primary bedroom are parquet, done with amazing attention to detail. Kitchen has been renovated with an expansive cherry cabinet system, stainless steel appliances, and luxury granite countertops. First floor has 2 additional bedrooms, an office, a full bath, and a great room that was converted from the garage. Second floor continues with gorgeous hardwood floors, this time with mahogany in-lays. There is also a full bath, as well another primary bedroom, with en-suite changing room, and 3 more bedrooms, a walkout area with new rolled rubber roof, and handrails. There is also a walk up attic for storage, and the basement is finished with 3 additional rooms, a living area, room to finish a kitchenette, and full bath. Don't miss out on this spacious home with amazing character!
Single-familyProperty Type
1886Year Built
6,970 sq ftLot Size
$130Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by The Rachel Jones Team• Residential Properties Ltd.
NOT a drive by!! This home is very gracious and formal on the first floor with the restored historic details that a governor's residence would be expected to have. The second floor has large bedrooms with original parquet floors, tall ceilings, and...
crown moldings.
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Joy Winslow
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 172 Pond St
Date
Event
Price
RIS #1301888
Mar 15, 2022
Sold
$410,000
$92/sq ft
Feb 8, 2022
Pending
—
Jan 28, 2022
Contingent
—
Jan 20, 2022
Listed
$409,900
$92/sq ft
RIS #1300257
Jan 20, 2022
Pending
—
Jan 20, 2022
Listing Removed
—
Dec 30, 2021
Contingent
—
Dec 17, 2021
Listed
$409,900
$92/sq ft
RIS #1249802
May 8, 2020
Sold
$290,000
$65/sq ft
Mar 19, 2020
Pending
—
Mar 15, 2020
Listed
$299,900
$67/sq ft
+35
WELCOME to YOUR OWN MANSION! this beautifully maintained MOVE-IN ready corner lot gem boasting 7 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms in this historic Victorian style home with over 4,000 sq ft of living space! Located near museum, parks and local restaurants just minutes to Route 146 for easy commute to MA or within RI. This spacious home has a 4-zone heating system, tankless water system, plenty of storage, a gorgeous family room and sunroom for year-round entertaining! This Home is a MUST SEE IN PERSON property Too much to list here. This Home is perfect for someone with a large or multi-generational family or can be used as a BEAUTIFUL LOCATION FOR A BUSINESS. Many updates have been completed over the recent years to modernize this amazing home and truly is a MUST SEE! Updated electric panel and gas system! Sunroom, basement (possible in-law), bathrooms and kitchen REMODELED including custom cabinets and granite countertops! Fresh paint, light fixtures and new carpet in all bedrooms! This house was a former RI GOVERNER’S MANSION, home to Aram J. Pothier (RI’s Governor from 1903-1915 & 1925-1928 and it was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1982.
RIS #1232005
Oct 29, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Sep 28, 2019
Price Changed
$324,900
$73/sq ft
Sep 3, 2019
Price Changed
$335,000
$75/sq ft
Aug 12, 2019
Listed
$349,900
$78/sq ft
RIS #754832
Nov 8, 2016
Price Changed
$239,900
$54/sq ft
Apr 4, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Sep 5, 2007
Listed
$299,900
$67/sq ft
RIS #319548
Nov 8, 2016
Price Changed
$245,900
$55/sq ft
Mar 14, 2004
Listing Removed
—
Dec 4, 2003
Listed
$249,900
$56/sq ft
RIS #994609
Dec 19, 2013
Price Changed
$94,900
$21/sq ft
Jul 10, 2012
Listing Removed
—
Jun 10, 2011
Listed
$168,500
$38/sq ft
RIS #1027778
Jan 24, 2013
Sold
$77,000
$17/sq ft
Jan 7, 2013
Listing Removed
—
Oct 16, 2012
Listed
$85,000
$19/sq ft
RIS #844447
Nov 10, 2008
Sold
$198,000
$44/sq ft
Oct 6, 2008
Listing Removed
—
Jun 3, 2008
Listed
$239,900
$54/sq ft
RIS #317003
Dec 4, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Oct 15, 2003
Listed
$269,900
$61/sq ft
RIS #308957
Oct 1, 2003
Listing Removed
—
Jun 12, 2003
Listed
$269,900
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,438 (+5.2%)
$89,400 + $394,800
$484,200
2024
$5,169 (+4.0%)
$91,000 + $264,500
$355,500
2023
$4,970
$91,000 + $264,500
$355,500
2022
$4,970 (+11.4%)
$91,000 + $264,500
$355,500
2021
$4,463 (−1.0%)
$37,100 + $150,800
$187,900
2020
$4,510 (−0.3%)
$37,100 + $150,800
$187,900
2018
$4,525 (−13.1%)
$37,100 + $150,800
$187,900
2017
$5,207 (−5.5%)
$40,600 + $132,400
$173,000
2016
$5,508 (−13.0%)
$40,600 + $132,400
$173,000
2015
$6,328 (+10.3%)
$40,600 + $132,400
$173,000
2014
$5,736 (+4.0%)
$44,700 + $114,900
$159,600
2013
$5,516 (+7.1%)
$44,700 + $114,900
$159,600
2012
$5,149
$44,700 + $114,900
$159,600
Tax history for 172 Pond St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,438 (+5.2%)
$89,400 + $394,800
$484,200
2024
$5,169 (+4.0%)
$91,000 + $264,500
$355,500
2023
$4,970
$91,000 + $264,500
$355,500
2022
$4,970 (+11.4%)
$91,000 + $264,500
$355,500
2021
$4,463 (−1.0%)
$37,100 + $150,800
$187,900
2020
$4,510 (−0.3%)
$37,100 + $150,800
$187,900
2018
$4,525 (−13.1%)
$37,100 + $150,800
$187,900
2017
$5,207 (−5.5%)
$40,600 + $132,400
$173,000
2016
$5,508 (−13.0%)
$40,600 + $132,400
$173,000
2015
$6,328 (+10.3%)
$40,600 + $132,400
$173,000
2014
$5,736 (+4.0%)
$44,700 + $114,900
$159,600
2013
$5,516 (+7.1%)
$44,700 + $114,900
$159,600
2012
$5,149
$44,700 + $114,900
$159,600
*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
6
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,970 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,197
Year built
1886
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Providence County
APN
195829
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 22, 2026.
Apr 28, 2021 • Final
Building permit - old
Roofing
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