$885,000

53 Sterling Ave Providence, RI 02909

$10,000
Closing credit¹
12 beds
6 full
0.09 acres
Multi-Family

Property details

About 53 Sterling Ave

53 Sterling is a well-maintained six-unit building generating $9,550/month ($115K annually), situated on a prime corner lot in Providence's Silver Lake neighborhood. 6 spacious two-bed, one-bath units, each with separate electric & gas meters (paid by tenants) and no trash removal expenses resulting in low operating costs. Additional highlights include ample off-street parking, all new heating systems, common areas redone, roof under 10 years, updated plumbing and electric & professional management. The building is fully occupied with clean, thoroughly vetted tenants and a strong history of high occupancy. Best comparable sale is 29 Blaine St, Providence, which sold for $965,000 in July 2024. That building featured all two-bed units and had a lower monthly rent roll of $8,800. 53 Sterling offers a turnkey opportunity with immediate cash flow and significant upside potential. Financials available upon request.

Highlights

Home typeMulti Family
HeatingBaseboard, Natural Gas
StatusSale Pending
(Pending)
BasementYes
Lot size0.0918 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingNo Garage
MLS #1382940

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Total Bedroom Count: 12
  • Parking: No Garage
  • Heating: Baseboard, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None
  • List Price: $885,000
  • Annual Tax Amount: $8,300
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Lot Size: 0.0918 Acres
  • MLS Number: 1382940
  • MLS Name: RIS
  • Office Name: New England Apartment Group
  • Office Phone: (508) 330-0325

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Apr 12, 2024
Home Sold
$740,000
Jun 11, 2019
Home Sold
$350,000
Sep 23, 2016
Home Sold
$195,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$452,300$8,300
2023$452,300$8,300
2022$452,300$16,011
2021$274,200$10,063
2020$274,200$6,734
2019$274,200$6,734

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Webster Avenue School

Public District KG-5

0.2 mi

191 Webster Ave

1

Asa Messer Elementary School

Public District PK-4

0.5 mi

1655 Westminster St

3

Frank D. Spaziano Elementary School

Public District 2-5

0.6 mi

85 Laurel Hill Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $23,059. Typical income of Providence, RI residents is less than $<35k annually. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

66%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
2%
100k-200k
2%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

No High School
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

46%
Single, No Kids
26%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
17%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

17%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
30%
18-34 yrs old
34%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker
  • H&MH&M

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • DodgeDodge
  • HondaHonda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

This home is located at 53 Sterling Ave in Providence, RI and zip code 02909 in the Silver Lake neighborhood. Features: 12 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $885,000.

In April 2025 more than 45 listings in Providence, RI were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 16 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 28 were sold below. Between March and April 2025, Providence, RI real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 13.1%. While the average time on the market in April 2025 was 21 days, the median list price was $505,230.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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