Listing
$685,000
261 Be••••• St Unit 2 (Sign up for 50 free credits to unlock)Providence, RI 02903
Property Description
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, cafes, 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-a-terre, this Athenaeum Row condo offers move-in-ready style, historic charm, and exceptional convenience in one of Providence's most coveted neighborhoods.
Property Facts & Features
- Property Type
- Condos
- Status
- Closed
- Listed
- Aug 11, 2026
- Sold
- Sep 20, 2026
- Price per Sq Ft
- $664/sqft
- ZIP Code
- 02903
- Full Baths
- 1
- Stories
- 1
- Parking
- No Garage, Unassigned
- Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Water
- Cooling
- Central Air
- HOA Fee
- $350/mo
- Property Tax (2025)
- $6,725/yr
- Assessed Value
- $460,600
- Neighborhood
- East Side
- County
- Providence
- School District
- Village Green Virtual
- Cats
- Allowed
- Dogs
- Allowed
Estimated Value
Automated estimate. Not an appraisal.
Features & Amenities
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom 1 Features: Bath w Shower Stall
Land Info
- Land Lease: No
- Lot Description: Local Historic District, Sidewalks
Utilities
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: In Fee
- Sewer Connected
- Water Connected
- Water Source: In Fee
Appliances
- Gas Water Heater
- Dishwasher
- Dryer
- Disposal
- Oven/Range
- Refrigerator
- Washer
- Laundry Features: In Unit
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 3
- Full Bath Dimensions: 8' x 4'
- Full Bath Sqft: 32
- Full Bath Level: First
- Basement Features: Full, Walkout, Unfinished, Storage Space, Utility
- Basement Description: Full
Rental Info
- Lease Assignable: No
- Lease Considered: No
- Lease Renewal Option: No
Home Features
- Other Equipment: Alarm Owned
Multi-Unit Info
- Number of Units In Community: 3
Interior Features
- Plumbing (Mixed)
- Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Hardwood
Garage and Parking
- Parking Features: No Garage, Unassigned
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Tile
- Heating Features: Natural Gas, Forced Water
- Heating: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
Other Property Info
- Annual Tax Amount: 6725
- Source Listing Status: Closed
- County: Providence
- Tax Year: 2026
- Inclusions: Taxes do not reflect owner occupied exemption. Owner occupied taxes would be $3,869 per year. Parking is leased off site at $195/month.
- Property Subtype: condo
- Source Neighborhood: College Hill
- Postal City: Providence
- Subdivision: College Hill
- Zoning: R1/HD
- Property Subtype: Condominium
Homeowners Association
- Association: Yes
- Association Fee: 350
- Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
- Association Fee Includes: Insurance, Sewer, Water
- Calculated Total Monthly Association Fees: 350
- Pets Allowed: Yes, No Restrictions
- Senior Community: No
Building and Construction
- Total Square Feet Living: 1032
- Year Built: 1846
- Above Grade Finished Area: 1032
- Building Area Total: 1032
- Building Name: #3 Athenaeum Row Condominium
- Entry Level: 2
- Entry Location: Second Floor Access
- Foundation Details: Mixed
- Levels: One
- Living Area Units: Square Feet
- Property Age: 180
- Levels or Stories: 1
- Building Total Stories: 4
- Total Above Grade Sqft Area: 1032
Exterior and Lot Features
- Deck
- Patio And Porch Features: Deck
- Deck: Yes
Price & Event History
| Date | Event | Price | $/Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 20, 2026 | Sold | $685,000 | $664 |
| Aug 11, 2026 | Listed | $685,000 | $664 |
| Jan 14, 2025 | Sold | $660,000 | $713 |
| Jul 16, 2017 | Sold | $314,000 | $339 |
| Jun 23, 2015 | Sold | $335,000 | $362 |
| Jul 4, 2011 | Listing removed | $359,000 | $346 |
| May 26, 2011 | Listed | $359,000 | $346 |
Location
Lat 41.82554 · Lng -71.40626