Residential Properties Closes Historic East Side Colonial for $1,750,000
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Residential Properties Closes Historic East Side Colonial for $1,750,000

Residential Properties announced the sale of 40 Grotto Avenue on Providence’s East Side for $1,725,000.
GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLASTAccording to State-Wide MLS data, RPL is proud to have now participated in 16 of the 22 Providence single-family sales over $1 million this year, including five of the top six highest sales in the city during 2023.
The Grotto neighborhood of Providence’s East Side offers walkable proximity to Blackstone Boulevard and Wayland Square. This 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath Colonial begins with beautifully manicured landscaping surrounding its brick and clapboard siding. The expansive backyard is a private sanctuary boasting a tranquil patio area and plenty of space for relaxation. Inside, gracious living, dining, and kitchen areas make for memorable entertaining with period charm throughout, while the kitchen provides a center island for more informal gatherings. A luxurious, second-floor primary suite features a spacious bedroom, a walk-in closet, and an exquisite ensuite bath.
RPL Sales Associate Tom Wegner represented the seller as the listing agent and RPL Sales Associate Gerri Schiffman represented the buyer as the selling agent in this transaction.

Wegner is a multimillion-dollar producing Realtor®, licensed in RI and MA, who gets you results through precise, current information and a high-touch, high-tech approach. His focus on creative marketing techniques and practiced, data-informed negotiation will work to make your sale or purchase a success. His experience covers everything from white-glove service in the luxury real estate market to representing and guiding first-time homebuyers. Tom is pet and senior friendly and specializes in all types of real estate with extensive knowledge in luxury homes, estate sales, waterfront, antique, and historic homes. For more information about Tom and to view his listings, please visit TomWegnerSellsRI.com.
Schiffman was ranked as the #2 individual agent throughout all of Providence for total sales volume in 2022 and #2 on the East Side for both sales volume and transactions. She began her career at Residential Properties Ltd. in 1994, and since that time has earned the Circle of Sales Excellence Platinum Plus award every year. Licensed in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, Gerri is recognized as one of the leading Realtors® in Rhode Island and has been a top producer in Providence County every year since 1996. For eight consecutive years, Gerri has earned national recognition by being named to REAL Trends’ list of “America’s Best Real Estate Agents.” Since 2016, she has also been annually voted as a Rhode Island Monthly Five Star Real Estate Professional. This past year, Schiffman was among the top agents in the state with a total of 16 luxury transactions over $1 million. To learn more about Gerri and to view her listings, please visit GerriSchiffman.com or follow her on Instagram @SchiffmanSells.
