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Property Description
Ever dreamed of owning your own pied a terre? This is your chance! This jewel of a home is being marketed for the first time in almost 100 yrs. It has the unique distinction of being on Benefit Street, but also being set way back from the street, allowing for the maximum amount of privacy in this coveted location. Set on a 7700 sq. ft lot, this home is currently being used as a legal two-family but could very easily be converted back into a single family. The rental unit has over 1000 sq. ft of space, as well as in-unit laundry, and artisan level wood paneling in the living/dining area with a wonderful, oversized fireplace. The tenant vacates at the end of July 2025. Enjoy the coming months on either the flagstone patio on the ground level, or the awninged deck on the 2nd level overlooking N. Main Street and downtown Providence. This deck is accessed from the living room. The owner's unit has 2 full bathrooms, 1 on the main level, and a 2nd one in the primary bedroom, that can be accessed through the 2nd bedroom. The second bedroom could easily be a work from home or guest space- you decide! There is a detached 2 car garage, as well as parking for 4 cars and a bit of a city yard. There are hardwood floors throughout the owner's unit. Experience the best of city living and the opportunity to own your own piece of history! This iconic home is within easy walking distance to Brown University, RISD, museums, and all the activities Providence is famous for!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 288 Benefit St
General
- Sold For: $1,100,000
- Taxes: $8,500 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Multi-Family
- Source: STWMLS
- MLS ID: 1386635
- Added to Site: 235 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 10
- Interior Features: Bathtub, Stall Shower, Tub Shower, Cable TV
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Masonry
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Tennis: Yes
- Security/Safety: Security System Owned
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Paved Driveway
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Deck, Patio
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Covered Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Location
- County: Providence
- Near Highway: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: 1 Unit
- Heating Type: Central, Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- # Buildings: 2
- Detached/Attached: Detached
- Construction: Plaster, Brick
- Basement Desc.: None
- Stories/Levels: 3
- Building Size: 2220
- Finished Total: 2,220 Sq. Ft.
- Finished Above Grnd: 2,220 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1880
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1768
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 7,700
- Lot Size: 7700
Financial Considerations
- Operating Expenses: $4,000
- Tax Amount: $8,500
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Inclusions: Property tax exemption reflects owner-occupied taxes ** long term tenant- below market rent
- Property ID: 288BENEFITSTPROV
- Lot Number: 485
Listed by Residential Properties Ltd.
Sold by Residential Properties Ltd.
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Schools
Schools serving 288 Benefit St
School District:Providence School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Vartan Gregorian El. School 455 Wickenden Street, Providence, RI 02903 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
Martin Luther King El. School 35 Camp Street, Providence, RI 02906 | K-5 | 0.9 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 | 1.3 mi |
Nathanael Greene Middle School 721 Chalkstone Avenue, Providence, RI 02908 | 6-8 | 1.5 mi |
Gilbert Stuart Middle School 188 Princeton Avenue, Providence, RI 02907 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Hope High School 324 Hope Street, Providence, RI 02906 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Central High School, Providence, RI 70 Fricker Street, Providence, RI 02903 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Classical High School, Providence, RI 770 Westminster Street, Providence, RI 02903 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 288 Benefit St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/15/2025
Sold
$1,100,000
-18.52%
MLS
5/26/2025
Listed
$1,350,000
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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.
288 Benefit Street, Providence, RI 02903 (MLS# 1386635) is a Multi-Family property that was sold at $1,100,000 on August 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 288 Benefit Street? Do you have questions about finding other Multi-Family real estate for sale in Providence? You can browse all Providence real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

