2/261 Benefit St

Off Market

2/261 Benefit St

Providence RI 02903

1032 sq. ft.

Condo

Last sold for $685,000

James Derentis, last sold this property on 21 September 2026 after 40 days on market.

Overview

Chic 1-bed, 1-bath Athenaeum Row condominium offering 1,032 square feet of beautifully updated living space in a historic Benefit Street brownstone. Recently painted throughout, this spacious residence blends period character with modern style, featuring 11' ceilings, crown moldings, and rich hardwood floors that extend throughout the living space. The inviting, open layout includes an updated kitchen with modern cabinetry, stone countertops, and top of the line appliances, while the newly renovated bath showcases contemporary fixtures and finishes. The bright living and dining areas, each featuring a decorative fireplace, are ideal for relaxing, entertaining, or working from home. Pocket French doors allow separation of the spaces when desired. The bedroom provides privacy with blackout shades and ample closet space. Set in a highly desirable College Hill location, this home enjoys sought-after Benefit Street address just steps from the courthouse, Brown University, and the Rhode Island School of Design, with downtown Providence and the train station a short stroll away. Residents enjoy easy access to restaurants, caf s, galleries, and all the cultural attractions of The Creative Capital. The association is professionally managed, and parking is conveniently leased off-site. Ideal as a primary residence or in-town pied- -terre, this Athenaeum Row condo offers move-in-ready style, historic charm, and exceptional convenience in one of Providence's most coveted neighborhoods.

Features

1 bedroom

1 bathroom

1032 sq. ft. floor area

Condo

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 1 bedroom condos sold in Providence over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 2/261 Benefit St is $422.5k.

Median value

$422.5k

Estimated value range

$215k - $685k

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

19%

increase over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in Providence. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 2/261 Benefit St

2026

Sold

$685,000

21 Sep 2026 by James Derentis, of Residential Properties, Ltd.

2025

Sold

$660,000

15 Jan 2025 by Michele Dias, of Compass

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Local market activity for 1 bedroom condos in Providence

In the last 12 months, 35 one-bedroom condos similar to 2/261 Benefit St, have been sold.

This represents a 33% increase in one-bedroom condos sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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