735 Allens Avenue

Providence, RI 02905 Directions
$3,950,000
  • 3.09Acres
  • 1947Built

Property Highlights

  • Days on Market: 121
  • MLS: 1402530

Property Highlights

  • Days on Market: 121
  • MLS: 1402530

3.09 Acres - Full City Block Development Opportunity - Frontage on Allens, Virginia, Chapman, and Toronto Avenues with potential for significant subdivision. Originally home to Armbrust International (est. 1929), these buildings reflect over a century of craftsmanship in Providence, once America's Jewelry Capital. Constructed in 1947 and remodeled in 1968, the property blends classic mid-century design with upgraded infrastructure and expanded capacity. Totaling 100,000+ sq ft, the well-maintained buildings feature major updates including heating, HVAC, and roof. Flexible layouts, proven construction, and thoughtful improvements provide both character...

Property Highlights

  • Days on Market: 121
  • MLS: 1402530

3.09 Acres - Full City Block Development Opportunity - Frontage on Allens, Virginia, Chapman, and Toronto Avenues with potential for significant subdivision. Originally home to Armbrust International (est. 1929), these buildings reflect over a century of craftsmanship in Providence, once America's Jewelry Capital. Constructed in 1947 and remodeled in 1968, the property blends classic mid-century design with upgraded infrastructure and expanded capacity. Totaling 100,000+ sq ft, the well-maintained buildings feature major updates including heating, HVAC, and roof. Flexible layouts, proven construction, and thoughtful improvements provide both character and long-term investment strength. Potential uses include apartments, life sciences, manufacturing, industrial, office/medical, education, or mixed-use redevelopment. Located in a designated Opportunity Zone, investors may qualify for significant tax benefits including deferred and reduced capital gains taxes and potential full exclusion on appreciation after 10 years. Also available for lease.

3.09 Acres - Full City Block Development Opportunity - Frontage on Allens, Virginia, Chapman, and Toronto Avenues with potential for significant subdivision. Originally home to Armbrust International (est. 1929), these buildings reflect over a century of craftsmanship in Providence, once America's Jewelry Capital. Constructed in 1947 and remodeled in 1968, the property blends classic mid-century design with upgraded infrastructure and expanded capacity. Totaling 100,000+ sq ft, the well-maintained buildings feature major updates including heating, HVAC, and roof. Flexible layouts, proven construction, and thoughtful improvements provide both character and long-term investment strength. Potential uses include apartments, life sciences, manufacturing, industrial, office/medical, education, or mixed-use redevelopment. Located in a designated Opportunity Zone, investors may qualify for significant tax benefits including deferred and reduced capital gains taxes and potential full exclusion on appreciation after 10 years. Also available for lease.

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  • Additional Information
    • Days On Market: 121
    • Electrical Features: 200+ Amp Service
    • On Market Date: 2026-01-05
    • Parking Spaces: 90
    • Tax Amount: $108,206
    • Tax Year: 2025
    • Type: Commercial Sale
    • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
    • Year Built: 1947
  • Amenities
    • Restaurant
  • Interior/Exterior Features
    • Cooling: Central Air
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Heat: Baseboard
    • Interior Features: Elevator

The data relating to real estate for sale on this web site comes in part from the IDX Program of the State-Wide Multiple Listing Service, Inc. Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than William Pitt Sotheby's International Realty are marked with the MLS logo and detailed information about them includes the name of the listing brokers. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Data is updated as of 05/07/2026. Listed By: Jonathan Kaufman of Compass.

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