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Highlights
- Updated kitchen
- 11 foot high ceilings
- Great city views
- Decorative fireplace
Location
259 Benefit Street #2, Providence, Rhode Island 02903, United States|College Hill
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Gerri Schiffman
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Property Overview
The property features an updated kitchen, 11-foot high ceilings, and city views, complemented by a decorative fireplace. With proximity to 58 gyms, 71 parks, and 406 restaurants within a mile, it offers a vibrant lifestyle enriched with wellness and social opportunities. The location also supports work-from-home arrangements with multiple coworking spaces and reliable internet service, all while showcasing impressive value per square foot compared to nearby listings.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
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Great for
Wellness
Social life
Eco living
Amenities for 259 Benefit Street ##2, College Hill
Apartment Amenities
| Has Dedicated Parking Spot |
Grounds
| Assigned Parking |
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Policies and fees
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Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Parking Policy
Assigned Parking
Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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About 259 Benefit Street ##2
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Apartments in ProvidenceCollege Hill 259 Benefit Street #2, Providence, Rhode Island 02903, United States
Apartments in ProvidenceCollege Hill 259 Benefit Street #2, Providence, Rhode Island 02903, United StatesExceptional opportunity to live on historic Benefit Street in the elegant Athenaeum Row Condominium Complex. This spacious sun-filled 2nd floor unit features 11 foot high ceilings, tall windows with original shutters, charming period details, gorgeous wide board pine floors, a decorative fireplace, and great city views. Updated kitchen with lots of great storage. The cost of heat and air-conditioning is partially covered by the condo fee, which is paid in full by the landlord. Free laundry in the basement. Convenient one car parking in the Athenaeum parking lot. Outstanding walkable location – close to Brown University, RISD, downtown Providence, the train station, Pedestrian Bridge, and endless shops and restaurants! Enjoy all that Providence has to offer right outside your front door!
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 259 Benefit Street ##2 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 376 sqft larger than other listings nearby
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- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | College Hill |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02903 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in College Hill
1-bedroom apartments at 259 Benefit Street ##2 cost about 81% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Providence.
Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
College Hill
Providence
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,358 |
| January 2024 | $1,400 |
| February 2024 | $1,597 |
| March 2024 | $1,588 |
| April 2024 | $1,693 |
| May 2024 | $1,716 |
| June 2024 | $1,767 |
| July 2024 | $1,743 |
| August 2024 | $1,731 |
| September 2024 | $1,765 |
| October 2024 | $1,809 |
| November 2024 | $1,635 |
| December 2024 | $1,600 |
| January 2025 | $1,556 |
| February 2025 | $1,762 |
| March 2025 | $1,767 |
| April 2025 | $1,643 |
| May 2025 | $1,682 |
| June 2025 | $1,748 |
| July 2025 | $1,799 |
| August 2025 | $1,732 |
| September 2025 | $1,775 |
| October 2025 | $1,662 |
| November 2025 | $1,683 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| December 2023 | $1,333 |
| January 2024 | $1,275 |
| February 2024 | $1,350 |
| March 2024 | $1,350 |
| April 2024 | $1,350 |
| May 2024 | $1,350 |
| June 2024 | $1,340 |
| July 2024 | $1,350 |
| August 2024 | $1,385 |
| September 2024 | $1,362 |
| October 2024 | $1,375 |
| November 2024 | $1,355 |
| December 2024 | $1,350 |
| January 2025 | $1,350 |
| February 2025 | $1,350 |
| March 2025 | $1,350 |
| April 2025 | $1,617 |
| May 2025 | $1,623 |
| June 2025 | $1,743 |
| July 2025 | $1,918 |
| August 2025 | $1,841 |
| October 2025 | $1,891 |
| November 2025 | $1,822 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 259 Benefit Street ##2
Vartan Gregorian Elementary School
455 wickenden st
providence, RI, 2903
K-5Public
B-
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School
35 camp st
providence, RI, 2906
PK, K-5Public
C
Carl G. Lauro Elementary School
99 kenyon st
providence, RI, 2903
K-5Public
C-
Harry Kizirian Elementary School
60 camden ave
providence, RI, 2908
PK, K-5Public
C-
Mary E. Fogarty Elementary School
199 oxford st
providence, RI, 2905
K-5Public
C-
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Getting around Providence near 259 Benefit Street #2
Walking
10/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Transit
8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 259 Benefit Street #2, Providence
Groceries
6/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
8/10
Variety of shops within a few minutes' walk
Cafes
6/10
Variety of cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
7/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
7/10
Variety of bars within walking distance
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Trader Joe's
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Eagle Super Market
117 Ives St
Whole Foods Market
601 N Main St
Whole Foods Market
261 Waterman St
Marc Allen Fine Clothiers
200 S Main St
Ere Sneakers LLC
1 Financial Plz
Capucine
359 S Main St
Queen of Hearts
220 Westminster St
Spectrum-India
252 Thayer St
Bolt Coffee
224 Benefit St
Coffee Connection
32 Custom House St
Starbucks
1 Financial Plz
Dave's Coffee Co
341 S Main St
Den Den Cafe Asiana
161 Benefit St
Capriccio Restrnt
2 Pine St
Wild Colonial Tavern
250 S Water St
Cook & Brown Public House
1 Financial Plz
Peck Place
49 Peck St
Red Door Whiskey Bar LLC
49 Peck St
The Coffee Cup
133 Providence Place Mall Level 1
Ellie's
225 Weybosset St
Miss Vegan Plant Based Bakery
Silver Star Bakery
150 Ives St
Dan's Management Company
251 Smith St
Market Square
Market Square Park
Gardner Jackson Park
Kennedy Plaza
Prospect Terrace Park
Parkside Rotisserie & Bar
76 S Main St
S & D Restaurant Inc
76 S Main St
Cafe La France
121 S Main St
Hemenway's Restaurant
121 S Main St
Cafe Pearl
224 Benefit St
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