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    161 Benefit, Providence, RI 02903

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    $6,850,000

    Income-producing property near Brown University and RISD with parking.

    Type:Commercial
    Property size:
    9,687 SF
    Lot size:
    0.18 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $707/SF
    Added:
    Mar 4, 2026
    Days on Market:
    93
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 5 at 10:14 pm

    Property Features for 161 Benefit

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    9,687 SF
    Lot size
    0.18 Acres
    Property subtype
    Commercial

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1876

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    JIM DERENTIS

    Listing agent JIM DERENTIS

    Listing office RESIDENTIAL PROPERTIES LTD.

    Listing date Mar 4, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime location on Benefit Street in College Hill, steps from Brown University and RISD.
    • Income‑producing property with a mix of commercial and residential units.
    • Long‑term lease with a top local restaurant as a commercial tenant.
    • Includes a buildable lot at 54 Meeting Street (zoned R‑3 HD) currently used for 10 parking spaces.
    • Recently renovated common areas (2024) with elegant stairways and corridors.
    • Residential units feature in‑unit laundry, stone flooring, soaring ceilings, and original historic details.

    Overview

    The George Earle Building presents a unique opportunity to acquire an income-producing property on Benefit Street in Providence's College Hill neighborhood, near Brown University and RISD. This multi-use, 4-level brick building features 12 units, including 3 commercial spaces on the first floor and 9 residential units on the upper three floors. Common areas underwent extensive renovations in 2024, resulting in elegant stairways and corridors. The three commercial spaces on the first floor are currently combined and leased to a local restaurant. This space features walls of glass, exposed brickwork, and city views. The front of the building has been restored with custom wood doors and windows, and millwork. All nine 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 size is 9687 square feet. The listing includes the buildable lot at 54 Meeting Street, zoned R-3 HD, currently used as 10 parking spaces.
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    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.

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    City
    Providence
    County
    Providence
    State
    Rhode Island
    Longitude
    -71.4081
    Latitude
    41.8288

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Mixed-use property - Income-producing property near Brown University and RISD with parking.
    Where is this mixed-use property located?
    The property is located at 161 Benefit 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: Prime location on Benefit Street in College Hill, steps from Brown University and RISD.; Income‑producing property with a mix of commercial and residential units.; Long‑term lease with a top local restaurant as a commercial tenant.
    (401) 274-6740
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    JIM DERENTIS
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    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
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    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.

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    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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    • 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
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    • 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
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