259 Benefit St, Unit 2

$645,000
Last Sold Price
1
Bed
1,076 Sq. Ft.
$599 / Sq. Ft.
1,076
Sq. Ft.
$599
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Spacious oversized 1-bedroom condo on historic and coveted Athenaeum Row. Experience the charm of the East Side in this beautifully maintained condo in the heart of College Hill, one of Providence's most iconic neighborhoods. Set within a distinguished historic building, it blends timeless architectural details with modern comforts. A light-filled living area with large windows and a decorative fireplace creates warmth and character, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen offers ample...Spacious oversized 1-bedroom condo on historic and coveted Athenaeum Row. Experience the charm of the East Side in this beautifully maintained condo in the heart of College Hill, one of Providence's most iconic neighborhoods. Set within a distinguished historic building, it blends timeless architectural details with modern comforts. A light-filled living area with large windows and a decorative fireplace creates warmth and character, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen offers ample cabinetry and modern appliances, while the generously sized bedroom provides comfort and style. Additional features include air conditioning, in-building laundry, and preserved historic details. Whether as a primary residence or pied- -terre, this home offers a rare chance to live on storied Benefit Street with close proximity to Brown University, RISD, Thayer Street, shops, caf s, world-class dining, the commuter rail to Boston or NYC, and downtown Providence's thriving arts and cultural scene.

Listing Agent

  1. Kira Greene

    Kira Greene

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    kira.greene@compass.com

    P: (401)-339-5621

Property Details for 259 Benefit Street, Unit 2

Subdivision Name
College Hill
Building Name
Athenaeum Row
Pets Allowed
Yes
LISTING UPDATED: 11/18/2025 01:07 PM

Property Details for 259 Benefit Street, Unit 2

StatusClosed
MLS #1395806
Days on Market7
Taxes$5,537 / year
HOA Fees$400 / month
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeCondo
MLS TypeResidential / Condominium
Year Built1846
CountyProvidence County

Location

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Building Information for 259 Benefit Street, Unit 2

Building/ComplexAthenaeum RowFloor2Stories4Residences4Pet PolicyAllowedPet Policy DetailsYesYear Built1846

Payment Calculator

$4,049 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$3,187

Property Taxes

$461

HOA Dues

$400

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Property Information for 259 Benefit Street, Unit 2

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Providence
  • Community Features: Golf, Highway Access, Marina, Near Hospital, Near Schools, Public Transportation, Recreation Area, Restaurant, Shopping, Tennis Courts
  • Postal City: Providence
  • Postal Code: 02906
  • State Or Province: RI
  • Human Modified Y N: Yes
Location and General Infromation
  • Complex Name: Athenaeum Row
Parking
  • Covered Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Garage Y N: No
  • Parking Features: Assigned, No Garage
  • Parking Total: 1
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee: $400.00
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds, Sewer, Trash, Water
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,537.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: 659200
  • Tax Lot: 237
  • Tax Map Number: 12
  • Tax Year: 2025
Property
Lot Information
  • Above Grade Fin SQFT: 1076.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Building Area Total: 1076.0
  • Living Area: 1,076.00
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0
  • Lot Size Area: 0.0
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 0.0
  • Lot Size Units: Square Feet
  • Parcel Number: 259BENEFITST2PROV
  • Stories: 4
  • Stories Total: 4
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Condominium
Property and Assessments
  • Business Type: Other
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Entry Level: 2
  • Entry Location: Second Floor Access
  • New Construction Y N: No
  • Number Of Units In Community: 4
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Senior Community Y N: No
  • Year Built: 1846
Utilities
  • Electric: Amps100, Circuit Breakers, Separate Meters
  • Sewer: Connected, Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Connected, Public, Water Tap Fee
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Foundation Details: Stone
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater
  • Basement: Full, Interior Entry, Unfinished
  • Basement Y N: Yes
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Cooling: One Unit
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Fireplace Features: Marble
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Fireplace Y N: Yes
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Heating: Forced Air, Gas, Individual
  • Heating Y N: Yes
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceilings, High Ceilings, Stall Shower, Vaulted Ceilings
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Levels: One
  • Rooms Total: 4

Property History for 259 Benefit Street, Unit 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 4, 2025

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395806

$645,000
Nov 3, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1919222570

$645,000

+3.7% / yr

Oct 7, 2025

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395806

Sep 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395806

$645,000
Aug 5, 2014

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1066517

$389,000
May 18, 2014

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1066517

May 1, 2014

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1066517

$389,000
Aug 31, 1994

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #171305715

$210,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/04/2025

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395806

$645,000
11/03/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1919222570

$645,000

+3.7% / yr

10/07/2025

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395806

09/28/2025

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1395806

$645,000
08/05/2014

Sold

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1066517

$389,000
05/18/2014

Contract Signed

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1066517

05/01/2014

Listed (Active)

Rhode Island Association of REALTORS® #1066517

$389,000
08/31/1994

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #171305715

$210,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 259 Benefit Street, Unit 2

Taxable ValueLand-Additions$659,200Total-
Tax Record2025$9,624 ($802 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,048 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,048 SqFtStories1StyleCondominiumYear Built1846Year Renovated1988ZoningR-1CountyPROVIDENCEAPNPROV M:12 L:237 U:2

Schools near 259 Benefit Street, Unit 2

This home is within Providence School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Charter - 6 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Vartan Gregorian Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Times2 Middle/High School
Charter6 to 12

Hope High School
Public9 to 12

Hope Leadership School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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