About This Home

This 0-bedroom, 0-bathroom commercial at 161 Benefit Street in Providence, RI is listed for $6,350,000 ($656 per sqft). Built in 1876, the home offers 9,687 sqft of living space on a 0.17 acres lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1876
  • 0.17 acre lot
  • 4 stories
  • 10 parking spaces

Property Details

4 stories
10 spaces
1876

Amenities

A/C
Listing Description

Introducing the George Earle Building - A unique opportunity to acquire an incoming-producing, signature property on Providence's famed Benefit Street. In the heart of College Hill, just steps to Brown University and RISD, this multi-use building has been expertly maintained and upgraded by its current owner.

This 4-level brick building has 12 units in total - 3 Commercial spaces encompassing the first floor, and 9 residential units on the upper 3 floors. All common areas underwent extensive renovations in 2024, resulting in elegant stairways and corridors, lending to the upscale residential atmosphere.

The 3 Commercial spaces on the first floor are currently combined - and leased out to a Top local restaurant - a fantastic long-term tenant for the new owner. This first floor space opens directly to pedestrians on Benefit Street and features walls of glass, exposed brickwork, and city views.

The front of the building has been restored to its former glory - gorgeous custom wood doors and windows, and handsome millwork. All 9 residential units feature soaring ceilings, in-unit laundry, stone flooring, and original historic details including plaster moldings and marble fireplaces.

Many of the units feature stunning views of Benefit Street and the surrounding neighborhood. The listing package includes the buildable lot at 54 Meeting Street - Zoned R-3 HD, which is currently used as 10 parking spaces. Take advantage of this turn-key investment property unlike any other.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$33,961/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$4,592
Interest$27,517
Insurance$1,852

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

161 Benefit Street

Providence, RI 02903

College Hill

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Ceiling Height (7 to 9 Ft)Ceiling Height (9 to 12 Ft)

Property Details

Construction

Brick Masonry

Heating

CentralForced Air

Cooling

Other (Cooling)Central AirWindow Unit(s)

Questions & Answers

This 0-bedroom, 0-bathroom commercial at 161 Benefit Street is listed at $6,350,000 ($656/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $33,961 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1876, 0.17 acre lot, 4 stories, 10 parking spaces. Interior Features: Ceiling Height (7 to 9 Ft), Ceiling Height (9 to 12 Ft).

This property is listed by Jim DeRentis.

JD

Jim DeRentis

Agent at Residential Properties Ltd.

Listed by Residential Properties Ltd. · Broker phone: (401) 439-7705 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 1405710· Source: State Wide MLS of Rhode Island, Inc.· 242 days on PropertySimple

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161 Benefit Street, Providence, RI 02903

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