Residential Properties Ltd. is proud to announce the sale of 10 Brown Street on Providence’s East Side for $5,625,000. RPL Sales Associate Jim DeRentis represented the seller in this transaction.
According to State-Wide MLS data, this is the highest sale in Providence County year to date and the second highest sale in Providence history. RPL has now participated in six of the top 10 single-family home sales in Providence County year to date, more than any other firm. DeRentis has participated in eight of the top 15 single-family home sales in Providence so far this year.
The Moses Brown Ives House, c1835, sits majestically overlooking College Hill. A grand Greek Revival estate, the home offers panoramic views of the cityscape on over an acre of beautifully landscaped grounds. Spanning over 10,000 sq. ft. across four levels, this elegant residence blends impeccably preserved architectural details with modern amenities. The south-facing entry hall is flanked by a double parlor and dining room adorned with crown molding and rich wood floors with inlaid borders. The library and butler’s pantry lead into the generous, open-concept chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry, stone counters, professional-grade appliances, a casual dining area, and an adjacent sitting room. Up the grand staircase to the second level is the luxurious primary suite with dual dressing rooms, a spa-like bath, and private office. Rounding out the floor are three additional ensuite bedrooms, a laundry room, and a spacious cedar closet. The third floor is designed for play with a full bar, lounge area, a billiard room, and another bedroom and bath. The finished lower level features a professional catering kitchen, wine cellar, home gym, and a full bath. Nestled in the heart of the Brown community, this stunning home is minutes to downtown, premier dining, and theater. Steeped in history yet thoughtfully renovated for today's active lifestyle, every aspect brings fine living to new heights.
Jim DeRentis is RPL's #1 sales agent and sold more $1M listings on the East Side of Providence than any other Rhode Island agent in 2024. He has been a recipient of the Circle of Sales Excellence Platinum Plus Award each year since 2011 when he was named Rookie of the Year. For the past 11 years, Jim has been included on the “REALTrends Verified” list of the country’s top real estate professionals and in 2020 was named to “The 1000.” For the past five years consecutively, he has been named the #1 individual agent in the state for transaction sides, and according to State-Wide MLS data was the only agent to achieve $100 million in Rhode Island sales in 2024. Each year since 2022, he has earned the ranking of #1 agent in Rhode Island for transaction sides. To learn more about Jim and to view his listings, please visit ThePVDRealEstateGuy.com.
*Information based in whole or in part on data supplied by State-Wide Multiple Listing Service. The MLS does not guarantee and is not in any way responsible for its accuracy. Data maintained by the MLS may not reflect all real estate activity in the market. Based on information from State-Wide MLS as of September 2025.
