#1389444, Listing office: Compass
$750,000 List price
279 Benefit St Unit 3 Providence, RI 02903
2 beds
2 full
1,237 sqft
$606 / sqft
Condo
Property details
About 279 Benefit St Unit 3
Located on Historic Benefit Street on the cusp of Downtown Providence & set along a picturesque tree-lined street, this stunning 2bed, 2bath townhouse-style condo with fantastic city views is a must see. This elegant unit offers a spacious layout with entry foyer that flows into an open-style layout with wood floors, crown molding & recess lighting. The mantled gas fireplace is strategically placed to add ambiance to the kitchen, living & dining areas, with French doors to the private balcony that makes a wonderful alfresco escape. The gracefully designed kitchen with breakfast nook has all you need with granite counters, subway tile, stainless appliances & great natural light. This level is also prepped with a renovated bathroom with shower & a convenient storage area. Upstairs is a retreat that features another renovated full bath plus two bedrooms, including the primary with walk-in closet. In the hall, a built-in desk with shelving is perfect for work-from-home situations as well as for studying or managing household accounts. This gorgeous home has it all with abundant closet space, in-unit laundry, central air & reserved/deeded one car off-street parking. Enjoy a casual-sophisticated lifestyle with an excellent walk score to Brown University, RISD, Downtown Providence also close to train station, restaurants & all the city has to offer. Make this your new home!
Highlights
Home typeCondominium
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas, Other, Zoned
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,237 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1850
ParkingAssigned, No Garage
MLS #1388149
WaterfrontRiver Access
FireplaceGas, Stone
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Water Heater, Washer
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Interior: Stall Shower
- Fireplace: Gas, Stone
- Total Bedroom Count: 2
- Parking: Assigned, No Garage
- Waterfront: River Access
- Exterior: Balcony, Deck, Paved Driveway
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Other, Zoned
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $750,000
- Price/SqFt: $606
- HOA Amount: $625 Monthly
- Lot: Corner Lot, Paved
- Year Built: 1850
- Stories: 4
- Living Area: 1,237 SqFt
- MLS Number: 1388149
- MLS Name: RIS
- Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
- Office Phone: (401) 351-2017
Disclaimer: The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the IDX Program of the State-Wide Multiple Listing Service, Inc. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than this broker are marked with the MLS logo and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers. The purchase price of housing stock as shown on this website may vary depending on factors such as fees, commissions, price negotiations, home inspection results, market conditions, etc. This website in no way warrants or represents that submitting an offer to purchase a property for the list price will result in a sale at that price. Please consult with your REALTOR® to discuss how these variations may affect your real estate transaction. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal, non-commercial use and that it may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information Deemed Reliable, but is neither guaranteed nor independently verified. Interested parties must make their own inquiries. Copyright © 2025 State-Wide MLS, Inc. All rights reserved.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 7/23/2025, 12:45:27 AM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.
Price information
Property sales
We're sorry, we currently don't have property sales data for this listing.
Tax history
We're sorry, we currently don't have tax history data for this listing.
Nearby schools
5
Vartan Gregorian Elementary School
Public District KG-5
0.7 mi
•455 Wickenden St
3
Martin Luther King Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•35 Camp St
5
Southside Elementary Charter
Public Charter KG-5
1.1 mi
•135 Prairie Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $112,500. Most Providence, RI residents have annual incomes less than $<35k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
47%
<35k
2%
35k-100k
23%
100k-200k
28%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
69%
Single, No Kids
1%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
0%
<11 yrs old
0%
12-17 yrs old
96%
18-34 yrs old
2%
35-64 yrs old
2%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Art Museums
Live Theatre
Music Concerts
Where do the neighbors shop?
Bloomingdales
H&M
Crate & Barrel
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Boston Market
Chipotle
What do the neighbors drive?
Audi
Mercedes
Volkswagen
What do the neighbors listen to?
News
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits- Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
Similar homes for sale
#1389104, Listing office: Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
5 days on Rocket
#1390271, Listing office: Cutter Luxe Living
7 days on Rocket
#1389912, Listing office: Compass
Backup offers
#1382051, Listing office: Advisors Living Real Estate
#1380214, Listing office: SKD Real Estate
6 days on Rocket
#1390128, Listing office: Mott & Chace Sotheby's Intl.
#1382986, Listing office: RE/MAX Results
#1387640, Listing office: BHHS Commonwealth Real Estate
Backup offers
#1385671, Listing office: Coldwell Banker Realty
Frequently asked questions
About 279 Benefit St Unit 3
The listing price of 279 Benefit St Unit 3 property is $750,000.
The property 279 Benefit St Unit 3 is a condo located in Providence, Rhode Island, 02903.
Active Listing: 279 Benefit St Unit 3 is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 279 Benefit St Unit 3 are: Vartan Gregorian Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Martin Luther King Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Southside Elementary Charter (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Urban Collaborative Program (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Nathan Bishop Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Nathanael Greene Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Village Green Virtual (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Trinity Academy Performing Art (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Charette Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).
The property at 279 Benefit St Unit 3 has 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
The property 279 Benefit St Unit 3 is 1,237 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 279 Benefit St Unit 3 is 1850.
This home is located at 279 Benefit St Unit 3 in Providence, RI and zip code 02903 in the College Hill neighborhood. This 1,237 square foot home was built in 1850. Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $750,000.
In June 2025, from all listings sold in Providence, RI there were more than 65 sold above asking price, over 43 sold below and more than 31 were sold right at the asked price. The number of homes for sale in Providence, RI increased by 10.5% between May and June 2025. In June 2025 median list price was $510,000 and the average listing age was 24 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.