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    47 John, East Providence, RI 02914

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    $499,900

    2,100 sq ft commercial building in thriving business district.

    Property size:
    2,100 SF
    Lot size:
    0.16 Acres
    Price / SF:
    $238/SF
    Added:
    Mar 13, 2026
    Days on Market:
    107
    Last Refresh:
    Mar 16 at 11:03 am

    Property Features for 47 John

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    2,100 SF
    Lot size
    0.16 Acres

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1960

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    SAM GLICKSMAN

    Listing office SPITZ-WEISS, REALTORS

    Listing date Mar 13, 2026

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    HighLights

    • Prime location in the heart of East Providence's Taunton Avenue Business District with high visibility.
    • Versatile C‑3 Mixed Use zoning allows for a wide range of business operations and development possibilities.
    • 2,100 sq. ft. single‑story commercial building offering ample space.
    • Three oversized garage doors and a fenced‑in yard provide operational flexibility.
    • Quick access to Route 195 ensures convenient transportation and accessibility.
    • Surrounded by a dynamic mix of shops, restaurants, offices, and residential neighborhoods, offering excellent exposure and convenience.

    Overview

    Located in the heart of East Providence's Taunton Avenue Business District, this single-story commercial building offers 2,100 sq. ft. of space. The property features three oversized garage doors and a fenced-in yard, providing flexibility for various business operations. The property is zoned C-3 Mixed Use, allowing for potential uses such as live/work space, retail, studio or theater, house of worship, medical or veterinary practice, kennel, tattoo studio, food establishment, fitness center, preschool, brewery, cigar lounge, and storage. The property is ideally located with quick access to Route 195 and is surrounded by a mix of shops, restaurants, offices, and residential neighborhoods. The property is currently operating as an auto repair facility. Note that all equipment, including the lifts, are tenant-owned and will be removed. This versatile property is suitable for entrepreneurs, investors, or expanding businesses looking to be part of East Providence's thriving commercial corridor.

    Local Financial Insights For Office B

    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 $42.1k $20.04
    − Vacancy −$5.9k −$2.81
    EGI $36.2k $17.23
    − OpEx −$9.0k −$4.31
    NOI $27.1k $12.93
    2,100 SF · lease $20.04/SF/yr · vacancy 14.00% · expense 25.00%

    Alternative Uses

    Best Use
    Office B
    $387.8K
    $339.3K – $452.4K (±1% cap)
    NOI $27,144 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.43%
    Second Best
    Specialty Retail
    $363.4K
    $318.0K – $423.9K (±1% cap)
    NOI $25,436 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 5.09%
    Theoretical Best
    Multifamily LT 5
    $499.5K
    $437.1K – $582.8K (±1% cap)
    NOI $34,966 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.99%
    Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
    Property Profile Location Intelligence

    Current Use by Public Records

    East Providence Auto ... Auto Repair Shop

    Suggested Use

    Law Firm Restaurant Real Estate Agency Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Hair Salon Nail Salon Food Market Grocery & Convenience Store Gym & Fitness Center

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

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    Location Insight

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    City
    East Providence
    County
    Providence
    State
    Rhode Island
    Longitude
    -71.3708796
    Latitude
    41.8192243

    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Auto shop - 2,100 sq ft commercial building in thriving business district.
    Where is this auto shop located?
    The property is located at 47 John East Providence, RI.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $499,900.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location in the heart of East Providence's Taunton Avenue Business District with high visibility.; Versatile C‑3 Mixed Use zoning allows for a wide range of business operations and development possibilities.; 2,100 sq. ft. single‑story commercial building offering ample space.
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