Commercial,Commercial Sale at 47 John Street, East Providence
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$399,900

47 John Street
East Providence, RI 02914
Listed by Sam Glicksman
Bedrooms
N/A
Bathrooms
N/A
Living area
N/A
Year built
1960

About this home

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a 2,100 sq. ft. single-story commercial building in the heart of East Providence’s vibrant Taunton Avenue Business District. This highly visible property features three oversized garage doors and a fenced-in yard, offering flexibility for a variety of business operations Ideally located with quick access to Route 195, the property is surrounded by a dynamic mix of shops, restaurants, offices, and residential neighborhoods, providing excellent exposure and convenience Zoned C-3 Mixed Use, the possibilities are endless. Potential uses include live/work space, retail, studio or theater, house of worship, medical or veterinary practice, kennel, tattoo studio, food establishment, fitness center, preschool, brewery, cigar lounge, storage, and much more. Currently operating as an auto repair facility, the space is ready for its next chapter. Please note that all equipment, including the lifts, are tenant-owned and will be removed. A versatile property in a prime location, perfect for entrepreneurs, investors, or expanding businesses looking to be part of East Providence’s thriving commercial corridor

Property details

MLS #
1406375
Property type
Commercial,Commercial Sale
Subdivision
Taunton Ave/City Hall District
Status
Active
Days on market
138
On market date
March 12, 2026
Stories
1
Total bathrooms
N/A
Garage spaces
N/A
Parking spaces
20
Lot size
0.16 acres
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Nearby schools

Within 10 miles · public school directory data (NCES)

Elementary
Emma G. Whiteknact School
0.39 mi away · Grades 0-5
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
5.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
255
Student:teacher ratio
11.6:1
District
East Providence
Middle
Edward Martin Middle
0.88 mi away · Grades 6-8
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
595
Student:teacher ratio
12.9:1
District
East Providence
High
East Providence High
0.83 mi away · Grades 9-12
Nearest school -- attendance-zone data not available here
4.0
Local Score (student-teacher ratio only (preliminary -- will incorporate state test-score data once available)) -- not an official state rating
Enrollment
1,585
Student:teacher ratio
14.4:1
District
East Providence

Walkability

Blended score for East Providence's center: EPA's National Walkability Index (street network, transit, land-use mix) combined with nearby-amenity density. 60% EPA National Walkability Index + 40% nearby-amenity density (Google Places).

89
Highly walkable
out of 100
EPA National Walkability Index
16.2 / 20 -- Most walkable
Nearby-amenity density
100 / 100
Restaurants & cafes20
Grocery stores7
Parks17
Schools13
Transit stops20
Pharmacies9

Market position

How this listing compares to current activity in East Providence, from live MLS data.

On the market 138 days -- 85 more days than East Providence's current average of 53 days.
For reference, the median list price across 252 active listings in East Providence right now is $474,000.

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Est. monthly payment
$2,558/mo
$79,980 down
$319,920 loan
Principal & interest$2,075
Property tax (est.)$333
Home insurance (est.)$150

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Data source: Listing information provided by Rhode Island Association of REALTORS via Trestle/CoreLogic. Last updated July 4, 2026.

Information herein deemed reliable but not guaranteed; all measurements, school assignments, HOA fees, taxes, and feature lists are approximate and should be independently verified. Equal Housing Opportunity.