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RPL Closes $3.4M Sale of East Side’s Dr. William McDonald Jr. House

Residential Properties Ltd. is proud to announce the sale of 188 Blackstone Boulevard on Providence’s East Side for $3.4 million. RPL’s Erkkinen – Cohen Group represented the buyer in this transaction.

According to State-Wide MLS data, RPL has participated in four of the five highest Providence sales year to date.

Built in 1907, the Dr. William McDonald Jr. House is a magnificent brick colonial sitting on a corner lot extending the entire block to Slater Avenue. With more than 6,200 square feet of living space, the grand main level offers a foyer, dramatic staircase, dual fireplaced living rooms, a fireplaced dining room, and a renovated chef’s kitchen with custom cabinetry, quartz countertops and sink, and Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances. The park-like backyard is an urban oasis featuring an 18' x 36' inground, heated salt-water pool. Of the five generous upstairs bedrooms, three are ensuite. The primary includes a marble bath featuring double shower heads, a soaking tub, and elegant finishes. Along with a nanny suite, the home provides a finished lower level ideal for a home theater or fitness space.

Susan Erkkinen currently lives on the East Side of Providence and is proud to have her daughter Annalise Erkkinen Cohen working on her team. Sue has been selling single-family homes, multi-family homes, and condos in RI and nearby MA for over 30 years. She has witnessed all kinds of market fluctuations and has successfully advised her clients on the best times to buy and sell. From preparing your home for sale and pricing advice to looking for the perfect property to buy, Sue and Annalise are here to bring your goals to life. To learn more about the Erkkinen – Cohen Group and to view their listings, please visit ErkkinenCohen.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 October 2026.



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