Residential Properties Ltd. is proud to announce the sale of 142 Transit Street in Providence for $1,050,000. RPL Sales Associate Brent Runyon represented the seller as the listing agent in this transaction.
An elegant 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the Fox Point neighborhood, the circa 1810 Jabez Rounds House offers a superb integration of historic preservation with contemporary living. Character-defining features include natural wood floors throughout and exposed brick, while air conditioning and a three-car garage lend modern comfort and function. On the first floor is a cozy den, two spacious bedrooms, and a full bath. Full of natural light via replacement windows, the vaulted second floor features an open floor plan with living and dining areas, an updated kitchen, and a full bath. The third-floor mezzanine is the perfect spot for a bedroom, office, or yoga studio, while the full basement adds plenty of head room and bonus storage. All of the delights of the East Side await, including parks, restaurants, cafes, and the pedestrian bridge. Residents also enjoy easy access to downtown, Brown, RISD, historic Benefit Street, and the train station.
Sales Associate Brent Runyon, the listing agent, lives in an 1896 two-family home in Providence's Armory Historic District and is a driven advocate for neighborhood revitalization, environmental resilience, and affordable housing. He serves on the boards of HousingWorksRI, the Providence Resiliency Partnership, and was appointed by the Governor to both the RI Historical Preservation & Heritage Commission and the State House Restoration Committee. Prior to real estate, he spent nearly 10 years as the executive director of the Providence Preservation Society. If you're a seller, he can advise you through the long-term preservation of your home. If you're a buyer who wants an older home with character and soul, but also energy efficiency, contemporary amenities, and new materials, Brent can help you make informed decisions. To learn more about Brent or to view his listings, please visit HistoricHomesRI.com.
