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RPL's Simpson Closes $3.5M Sale of Historic East Side Colonial

Residential Properties Ltd. is excited to announce the sale of 290 Blackstone Boulevard on Providence’s East Side for $3.5 million. RPL Sales Associate Derek Simpson represented the seller in this transaction.

According to State-Wide MLS data, this is the sixth highest sale in Providence year to date. RPL has now participated in four of the six highest sales in Providence this year, more than any other firm.

Expanded and renovated by Hill & Harbor Design + Build, this circa-1911 colonial effectively marries old world charm with luxurious modern amenities. Situated on an elevated, 10,000 sq. ft. lot, the home features 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, and 3 levels of fine city living. The grand foyer sets a gracious tone as you step into the open floor plan with abundant natural light. Main level highlights include a spacious front-to-back living room, a family room offering French doors leading out to the landscaped backyard, a cook’s kitchen featuring a 10-ft. island, and a wood-paneled dining room with a decidedly English feel. The second floor contains two generous ensuite bedrooms, a large office, and an exceptional primary suite. The added primary bath, dressing room, and deck feature the finest available materials. Finally, the third floor adds 2 bedrooms, a beautifully remodeled bath, and a versatile bonus space with high ceilings.

A lifelong Rhode Islander, Derek Simpson is a skilled real estate advisor who ensures long-term client success by building trust and creating well-rounded portfolios. He spent a decade purchasing and flipping units in downtown Providence before completing his first home flip on the East Side in 2022. In 2025, RealTrends Verified ranked him among the top 30 individual agents in Rhode Island for sales volume with $22,590,000. In addition to his impressive record of selling high-rise condos throughout RI, he has a true gift for preserving the character of historic homes while tastefully updating them for modern needs. To learn more about Derek and to view his listings, please visit DerekSimpson.ResidentialProperties.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 December 2025.

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