Delightful 2 bedroom condo in the historic Theodore Taylor House (c1857), originally part of Brown University and moved from Waterman Street to its present site in 1975. This beautiful unit encompasses the entire 2nd floor, with oversized windows on all sides, original hardwood floors, and 9'+ ceilings. Spacious updated cook’s kitchen with mosaic glass tile backsplash. The sun filled primary bedroom features a charming brick fireplace and a large closet. Updated bathroom and convenient in-unit laundry. Freshly painted interior. Thanks to its abundant windows and airy layout, the condo feels larger than its square footage. Although built in 1857, the home benefits from modern plumbing, electrical systems, and a redone basement, all updated when the building was moved. Each room features ample electrical outlets connected to an updated 100 amp service, and the basement provides excellent storage. Set on a lushly landscaped lot, the property offers a shared patio and two deeded parking spaces. The surrounding greenery creates a breezy, tree house feel - an oasis amid urban bustle. Ideally located on iconic Benefit Street, also known as “The Mile of History”, a short stroll to Brown University, RISD, Whole Foods, Downcity, restaurants, and the world famous WaterFire events. Plus the train station is just a 5 minute walk for easy commuter rail or Amtrak access to Boston. A very special and affordable opportunity to live in one of Providence’s most storied neighborhoods.
Sold for $420,000
$420,000
23 Benefit St #2, Providence, RI 02904
2beds
820sqft
Condominium
Built in 1857
-- sqft lot
$420,200 Zestimate®
$512/sqft
$2,010 Estimated rent
Home value
$420,200
$382,000 - $462,000
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Charming brick fireplaceLushly landscaped lotTwo deeded parking spacesConvenient in-unit laundryShared patioFreshly painted interiorUpdated bathroom
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Listed by:
Gerri Schiffman 401-474-3733,
Residential Properties Ltd.
Bought with:
Angie Salem, REB.0019561
Residential Properties Ltd.
Thomas Wegner, RES.0041513
Residential Properties Ltd.
Source: StateWide MLS RI,MLS#: 1412974
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Bath w Tub & Shower
Heating
- Natural Gas, Baseboard, Forced Water
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Disposal, Microwave, Oven/Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Wall (Plaster), Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Storm Window(s)
- Basement: Full,Interior and Exterior,Partially Finished,Common,Storage Space,Utility
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 820
- Total interior livable area: 820 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 820
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: No Garage, Assigned, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Second Floor Access
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Features: Local Historic District, Sidewalks
Details
- Parcel number: PROVM9L554U2
- Special conditions: Conventional/Market Value
- Other equipment: Cable TV, Intercom
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
Materials
- Plaster, Clapboard, Wood
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1857
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, 220 Volts, Circuit Breakers, Individual Meter
- Sewer: In Fee, Public Sewer
- Water: In Fee, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System Owned
Community
- Community features: Near Public Transport, Highway Access, Hospital, Interstate, Private School, Public School, Railroad, Recreational Facilities, Restaurants, Schools, Near Shopping, Near Swimming, Tennis
Location
- Region: Providence
- Subdivision: East Side / College Hill
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
- HOA fee: $522 monthly
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Sold | $420,000+0.2%$512/sqft |
Source:  StateWide MLS RI #1412974 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2026 | Pending sale | $419,000$511/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1412974 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $419,000+67.6%$511/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1412974 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2017 | Sold | $250,000-1.9%$305/sqft |
Source: StateWide MLS RI #1155786 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2017 | Listed for sale | $254,900-13.6%$311/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX 1st Choice #1155786 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2014 | Listing removed | $1,900$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2014 | Listed for rent | $1,900$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2010 | Sold | $295,000-1.3%$360/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/17/2010 | Listed for sale | $299,000-13.3%$365/sqft |
Source: Residential Properties #972469 Report a problem | ||
| 10/24/2007 | Sold | $345,000$421/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,012 +2.8% | $411,800 +29.3% |
| 2024 | $5,846 +3.1% | $318,600 |
| 2023 | $5,671 | $318,600 |
| 2022 | $5,671 -2.2% | $318,600 +34.9% |
| 2021 | $5,801 +66.7% | $236,200 |
| 2020 | $3,481 0% | $236,200 |
| 2019 | $3,482 +21.1% | $236,200 +54.5% |
| 2018 | $2,875 -41.2% | $152,900 |
| 2017 | $4,887 | $152,900 |
| 2016 | $4,887 -7.9% | $152,900 -4.6% |
| 2015 | $5,306 -1.9% | $160,300 |
| 2013 | $5,410 -40.9% | $160,300 -44.2% |
| 2012 | $9,156 | $287,100 |
| 2011 | $9,156 +5% | $287,100 |
| 2010 | $8,722 +11.2% | $287,100 -11.4% |
| 2009 | $7,842 +6% | $323,900 |
| 2007 | $7,398 -13.6% | $323,900 +14.3% |
| 2006 | $8,567 | $283,400 |
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Neighborhood: College Hill
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Martin Luther King Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Nathan Bishop Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 1/10Hope High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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- Providence County
- Providence
- 02904
- College Hill
- 23 Benefit St Unit 2
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