48mainsthope

✨ Apartment for Rent — But this one is special ✨

I’m looking for a caretaker for the apartment at 48 Main Street in Hope, RI—this isn’t a traditional rental, and I’m not listing it on MLS or Zillow. I’m looking for someone specific. Maybe it’s you. Or maybe it’s someone you know.

This is a fully renovated, apartment that spans the top two floors of a three-story building in Hope, RI. I’ve renovated the apartment from top to bottom—just like the rest of the building—bringing it back to life with care, intention, and yes, a serious investment of time, energy, and money. The lower level is a separate space—the former mill general store—which I’ve transformed into a creative office and event space. The result? A building that’s soulful and full of character, thoughtfully updated with modern comforts—while staying true to its original character and charm.

All about the available apartment:

🖤 Massive kitchen with leathered black granite counters, a big island, dishwasher, and laundry area (machines included)
🖤 Spacious living room with windows on every wall--the light is so lovely
🖤 Restored original, gorgeous pine floors throughout with patches, quirks, and coloring that tell decades of stories
🖤 Dining room/flex space plus another bonus room for an office or studio (could be a bedroom but you access the upstairs through this room)
🖤 Large shower (also suitable for folks with mobility challenges)
🖤 Two upstairs bedrooms and a half bath upstairs
🖤 Mini splits in every room for heating and cooling
🖤 Off-street parking for two
🖤 A sweet yard ready to become a wildflower haven
🖤 And… access to the lower-level space, which I’m actively working to activate with music, art, creativity, and community events

Here’s what you should know:
— It’s about 25 minutes from Providence, located in Hope RI
— It’s on a main road, so you’ll have some street noise
— You’ll cover electric, and that bill averages about $300/month

Rent is $2,150/month, but the right fit matters more than the number. I’m looking for someone who sees the vision here—someone creative, dependable, inspired. Maybe you’re a musician, visual artist, herbalist, event planner, or a community-minded human who dreams of shaping space and connecting people.

I’m not looking for a basic rental arrangement. I’m looking for someone who loves old buildings. Who works hard. Who wants to collaborate on what this place can become. Who sees the potential of this quirky, character-filled building as clearly as I do.

Credit, references, and income will be considered—I’ve been a landlord too long to ignore the practical stuff. But I’m also someone who believes deeply in aligned values, creative partnership, and making something meaningful with good people.

Know someone who fits the bill? Tag them. Or send me a message. I’d love to hear your story. Full images of the building in the comment---still a work in progress but wow!!

Let’s build something cool together. ❤️