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    161 Benefit St Providence, RI 02903

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    $6,850,000

    COMMERCIAL - Providence, RI

    Type:Apartment
    Lot size:
    0.18 Acres
    Days on Market:
    2
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 5 at 11:06 pm

    Property Features for 161 Benefit St

    General Information

    Property type
    Commercial Sale
    Property subtype
    Apartment
    Standard status
    Active
    Security features
    Security Lighting
    Zoning
    R-3 HD
    Rooms
    Basement
    Parking
    10
    Interior features
    Ceiling Height (7 to 9 Ft), Ceiling Height (9 to 12 Ft)
    Lot size
    0.18 Acres

    Utilities

    Heating system
    Central, Forced Air
    Cooling system
    Other (Cooling), Window Unit(s), Central Air
    Water source
    Public

    Building Details

    Year built
    1876
    Floors in Building
    4
    Number of units
    10
    Building materials
    Brick, Masonry

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    Listing Contact
    Jim DeRentis

    Residential Properties Ltd. (401) 439-7705

    Listing agent Jim DeRentis

    Listing date Mar 4, 2026

    MLS# 1405710

    Copyright © 2026 State Wide MLS of Rhode Island, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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    Property Insight Report

    Overview

    Benefit Street Mixed-Use Investment

    The George Earle Building presents a unique opportunity to acquire an income-producing property on Benefit Street in Providence's College Hill, near Brown University and RISD. This multi-use, 4-level brick building features 12 units: 3 commercial spaces on the first floor and 9 residential units on the upper three floors. The common areas were extensively renovated in 2024, resulting in stairways and corridors that enhance the upscale residential atmosphere. The commercial spaces are currently combined and leased to a local restaurant, offering a long-term tenant. This space features walls of glass, exposed brickwork, and city views. The building's front has been restored with custom wood doors and windows, and millwork. The 9 residential units feature ceilings, in-unit laundry, stone flooring, and original historic details, including plaster moldings and marble fireplaces. Many units offer views of Benefit Street and the surrounding neighborhood. The property includes a buildable lot at 54 Meeting Street, zoned R-3 HD, currently used as 10 parking spaces. The lot size is 0.175 acres.
    Property Profile Insight Report Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    Den Den Café ... Restaurant

    Suggested Use

    Real Estate Agency Restaurant Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Law Firm Nail Salon Building Supply Gym & Fitness Center Auto Repair Shop

    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

    Location Insight

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    City
    Providence
    County
    Providence
    State
    Rhode Island
    Longitude
    -71.40805
    Latitude
    41.82876

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - Income-producing mixed-use building near Brown University and RISD.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 161 Benefit St Providence, RI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $6,850,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: - Income-producing property on Benefit Street in College Hill, near Brown University and RISD.; - Includes a buildable lot at 54 Meeting Street (zoned R-3 HD) currently used as 10 parking spaces.; - Long-term tenant: Top local restaurant occupies the combined commercial space on the first floor.
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    Realmo estimates a property’s market value using a proprietary methodology that incorporates public data and user-submitted information. This cumulative value is generated by integrating a variety of conventional and innovative methods. 

    Disclaimer

    These figures are not official appraisals and should not be used as a substitute for a valuation performed by a licensed appraiser.
    Actual market value may differ due to factors not captured in the data. Estimates are offered for informational purposes only, and users should conduct independent research before making financial or investment decisions.
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    Realmo AI Method estimates property value using machine learning models trained on millions of comparable listings, transactions, and market signals. It analyzes property features, location intelligence data, and current market dynamics to predict the most probable market value in real time.

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    Realmo calculates the Capitalization Rate (Cap Rate) to help estimate a property's potential return on investment. The Cap Rate is a fundamental metric in commercial real estate that measures the relationship between a property's net operating income and its market value.

    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
    • AI-powered valuation estimates

    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

    Disclaimer

    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Capitalization Method calculates value based on estimated net operating income (NOI) and applying a market-based capitalization rate (cap rate), we estimate what a typical investor might be willing to pay for it.

    Comparable approach

    Comparable estimate is based on recent sales of similar nearby properties, adjusted for factors like size, condition, and location.

    Relative

    Relative property class coefficient uses factors that account for typical price differences between various asset types (e.g., retail vs. industrial) to provide a more accurate market-aligned estimate.

    Geo

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    Stat Estimate

    This method estimates value based on actual market adjusted recent (~5 years) sales of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

    This method estimates value based on AI market estimation of comparable properties around by location and property type.

    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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