Located in the desirable Athenaeum Row on Providence's historic Benefit St in College Hill, this beautiful, first level townhouse is the perfect place to call home. Boasting over twelve hundred square feet above grade, there is plenty of room as well as natural light that flows through the space. A large living room with marble fireplace and gleaming hardwood floors looks onto Benefit St and leads to the open kitchen with stone countertops, stainless steel appliances and large peninsula for dining. A dining or den room adjoin this space. A full bath as well as the primary bedroom are to the rear and have direct access to the courtyard. The finished lower level has a second full bath as well as a bonus room which could be used as an office, bedroom or playroom. This gorgeous townhouse is a short walk to Brown University, RISD and downtown Providence.
Sold for $677,500 on 01/17/25
$677,500
261 Benefit St UNIT 1, Providence, RI 02903
2beds
1,406sqft
Townhouse
Built in 1846
-- sqft lot
$694,300 Zestimate®
$482/sqft
$3,567 Estimated rent
Home value
$694,300
$618,000 - $785,000
$3,567/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 17, 2025 at 12:45pm
Listed by:
Michele Dias 401-578-5363,
Compass
Bought with:
Jennifer Petreccia, REB.0019280
RE/MAX ADVANTAGE GROUP
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1373835
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Tub & Shower
Heating
- Natural Gas, Central Air, Hot Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Fan, Range Hood, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Wall (Dry Wall), Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Finished,Bath/Stubbed,Bedroom(s)
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Tile
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,204
- Total interior livable area: 1,406 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,204
- Finished area below ground: 202
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage, Unassigned
Features
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: First Floor Access
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Waterfront features: Walk to Salt Water
Lot
- Features: Local Historic District, Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: PROVM12L461U1
- Zoning: R1
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Townhouse
- Property subtype: Townhouse
Materials
- Dry Wall, Brick
- Foundation: Mixed
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1846
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Near Public Transport, Commuter Bus, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Private School, Public School, Railroad, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping
Location
- Region: Providence
- Subdivision: College Hill
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA fee: $350 monthly
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/17/2025 | Sold | $677,500+3.4%$482/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1373835 | ||
| 1/11/2025 | Pending sale | $655,000$466/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1373835 | ||
| 12/20/2024 | Contingent | $655,000$466/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1373835 | ||
| 12/20/2024 | Listed for sale | $655,000$466/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1373835 | ||
| 12/4/2024 | Pending sale | $655,000$466/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1373835 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,747 +3.1% | $476,700 |
| 2023 | $8,485 | $476,700 |
| 2022 | $8,485 -18.2% | $476,700 +12.8% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: College Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Vartan Gregorian Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Nathan Bishop Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 1/10Hope High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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