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Property Description
Exceptional opportunity to live on historic Benefit Street in a stunning Athenaeum Row condo. This spacious sun-filled 2nd floor unit features 11 foot high ceilings, tall windows with original shutters, charming period details, gorgeous wide board wood floors, a decorative fireplace, and great city views. Updated kitchen with lots of great storage. The cost of heat and air-conditioning is partially covered by the condo fee, which is paid in full by the landlord. Free laundry in the basement. Convenient one car parking in the Athenaeum parking lot also included. Outstanding walkable location steps to Brown University, RISD, the Providence Athenaeum, downtown Providence, the train station, Pedestrian Bridge, and endless shops and restaurants! Enjoy all that Providence has to offer right outside your front door!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 259 Benefit St #2
General
- Rent: $2,985
- Status: Closed
- Type: Apartment
- Source: STWMLS
- MLS ID: 1400708
- Added to Site: 53 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Lease/Rent Term: 12 Months
- Rent Includes: Parking, Sewer, Snow Removal, Trash Collection, Water
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 4
- Interior Features: Stall Shower, Cable TV
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Marble
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
- Furnishings: Unfurnished
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Other Rooms
- Laundry: Common Area
Additional Information
- Tennis: Yes
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Paved Driveway
Parking
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Assigned, No Garage
Location
- County: Providence
- Subdivision: Athenaum Row
- Near Highway: Yes
Community
- Association: Yes
- Units Assoc/Comm: 4
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Water Tap Fee
Structural Information
- Structure Type: Apartment
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Plaster, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Exterior Entry, Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
- Entry Floor Number: 2
- Entry Location: Second Floor Access
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Building Size: 1076
- Square Feet: 1,076
- Living Area: 1,076 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Total: 1,076 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 1,076 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1846
Lot Features
- Sidewalks: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Security Deposit: $2,985
- Tenant Pays: Hot Water
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 259BENEFITST2PROV
Listed and Sold by Residential Properties Ltd.
Schools
Schools serving 259 Benefit St #2
School District:Providence School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Vartan Gregorian El. School 455 Wickenden Street, Providence, RI 02903 | PK-5 | 0.8 mi |
Martin Luther King El. School 35 Camp Street, Providence, RI 02906 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Harry Kizirian Elementary School 60 Camden Avenue, Providence, RI 02908 | K-5 | 1.4 mi |
Nathan Bishop Middle School 101 Sessions Street, Providence, RI 02906 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Nathanael Greene Middle School 721 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, RI 02908 | 6-8 | 1.4 mi |
Esek Hopkins Middle School 480 Charles Street, Providence, RI 02904 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Hope High School 324 Hope Street, Providence, RI 02906 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Classical High School, Providence, RI 770 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 02903 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Central High School, Providence, RI 70 Fricker Street, Providence, RI 02903 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price History for 259 Benefit St #2
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/17/2025
Sold
$2,985
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MLS
11/23/2025
Listed
$2,985
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
259 Benefit Street #2, Providence, RI 02903 (MLS# 1400708) is a Apartment property that was sold at $2,985 on December 17, 2025. Want to learn more about 259 Benefit Street #2? Do you have questions about finding other real estate for sale or rent in Providence? You can browse all Providence rentals or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

