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Two-Family Residential Income Property

253 Waterman Avenue Smithfield, RI 02917

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Pending
$399,999

MULTI_FAMILY - Smithfield, RI

Property size:
1,879 SF
Lot size:
0.40 Acres
Added:
Apr 30, 2026
Days on Market:
74
Last Refresh:
Jul 12 at 3:06 am

Property Features for 253 Waterman Avenue

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bedroom 4, Basement, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 2, Bathroom 1
Parking
4
Parking features
Garage
Interior features
Plumbing (Mixed), Insulation (Unknown)
Basement
Finished, Full
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Standard status
Pending
Size
1,879 SF
Lot size
0.40 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Year
2025
Tax Annual Amount
4969

Utilities

Sewer type
Public Sewer
Heating system
Baseboard, Natural Gas

Building Details

Year built
1920
Floors in Building
2
Number of units
2
Flooring type
Carpet, Laminate
Building materials
Vinyl Siding

Listing agent Karl Martone License #145726

Listing office Re/Max Properties 696 Douglas Pike, SMITHFIELD, RI

Listing date Apr 30, 2026

MLS# 1411426 Listing URL

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.


Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

This for-sale two-family residence is offered on a double lot, providing an accommodating setting for either rental-focused use or owner-occupancy. The listing includes an additional lot in North Providence, extending the property’s land component beyond the primary site. With its duplex configuration, the home can support multiple households under one roof while keeping day-to-day operations relatively simple for a single owner.

The property is located at 253 Waterman Avenue in Smithfield, Rhode Island (02917), within Providence County. The remarks indicate the home is close to amenities and offers excellent highway access, which can be a practical advantage for tenant convenience and day-to-day commuting.

For investors and owner-occupants, the appeal centers on the two-family structure and included extra lot. It may be a useful fit for anyone looking for a residential income property where one unit can be lived in while the second unit helps support occupancy. The combination of a duplex setup and additional land gives buyers flexibility to evaluate how they want to use and manage the property going forward.

Key Highlights

  • Affordable two‑family home on a double lot with sale including an additional lot in North Providence
  • Built in 1920 with vinyl siding
  • Includes 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across the home’s rooms

Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5

Simulate Cap Rate and NOI

NOI Build-Up
Vacancy
income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
EGI (Effective Gross Income)
gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
OpEx (Operating Expenses)
recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
NOI (Net Operating Income)
income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.

Component $ $/SF
Gross rent $47.8k $25.44
− Vacancy −$3.1k −$1.65
EGI $44.7k $23.79
− OpEx −$13.4k −$7.14
NOI $31.3k $16.65
1,879 SF · lease $25.44/SF/yr · vacancy 6.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$446.9K
$391.1K – $521.4K (±1% cap)
NOI $31,286 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.82%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$354.7K
$310.4K – $413.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $24,830 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.21%
Theoretical Best
—
—
same as Best Use
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Real Estate Agency Law Firm Parking Lot & Garage Grocery & Convenience Store HVAC Service Storage Facility Furniture & Home Goods Cafe & Coffee Shop Grocery & Convenience Store Skin Care Clinic

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

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two-family home on a double lot with an additional included lot, offering straightforward owner-occupant or rental use.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 253 Waterman Avenue Smithfield, RI.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $399,999.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Affordable two‑family home on a double lot with sale including an additional lot in North Providence; Built in 1920 with vinyl siding; Includes 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms across the home’s rooms
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