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Lila Delman / Compass
Providence
401-524-0563 M
401-274-1644 O
Elle.Forte@liladelman.com
Contact Ellen O’Donnell-Forte
Grab a cab, go downtown to Trinity Rep followed by dinner at Capriccio's
My husband Joe
Eva Cassidy and Ella Fitzgerald
Anything creative! Food, cooking, gardening, landscape design, writing, and playing my 100 year old Sohmer Grand Piano.
Being the Art Liaison for our Providence office featuring RI Artists...more on that later...
I was born and bred in Rhode Island and have lived on the East Side of Providence for the last 23 years with my husband, Joe, a business executive, along with our 2 dogs (Rudolph Valentino and Jackson Blue) and a feisty cat named Vincenzo. I have 2 step-children and 6 grandchildren (wow, where did the time go?). I graduated from Dean College in Franklin, Massachusetts, majoring in music and theater with a concentration in classical piano.
For 20 years, I travelled the eastern seaboard using my skills as a singer/songwriter, writer, actor, and music producer/arranger. For 12 years, I spent my days honing my theatrical skills with IMPACT, an educational theater troupe while writing, performing, and producing shows for grades K-12 while moonlighting in nightclubs and concert halls singing blues, jazz, and my own compositions. In 1992, I opened the Big Winter Blues Bash in Providence with Roomful of Blues and presented “City Nights,” a song about falling in love in (and with) Providence. A year later, I opened at the RI Convention Center with Melissa Manchester and “City Nights” was again featured as the theme of the evening. I became a Realtor® in 2009. It has been quite a ride but buying and selling homes in Rhode Island, and Providence in particular, was an easy transition for me. I love this place! Call me and let me show you my beloved Providence and all of Rhode Island!
Rhode Island may be the smallest state in the USA, but it certainly proves the old saying, “good things come in small packages”. Our capitol city of Providence is home to some of the finest colleges and universities in the country such as Brown University, Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), Johnson & Wales University, Rhode Island College, and Providence College. Also located nearby is the University of Rhode Island in Kingston, Salve Regina College in Newport, and Roger Williams University on the water in beautiful Bristol. Providence is a 1 hour drive from Boston and a 3 hour commute to New York. Known as the “Creative Capitol,” it is rich in the arts, boasting Trinity Repertory Theater downtown along with some of the finest dining on the east coast. Federal Hill’s Italian restaurants, countless art galleries, and Barnaby Evan’s world famous “Waterfire” festivals throughout the spring, summer, and fall seasons make this place an incredible tourist destination but an even better place to live. No kidding!
Whether your college bound, working in the film or television industry, relocating to a new job, downsizing or upgrading, moving your family to one of the many beautiful suburbs just minutes from Providence, or looking for a home on the shore, I can show you why Rhode Island is truly a gem of a place to call home. Come to Rhode Island and let me show you the way!
Cranston
This stunning Western Cranston country home in bucolic Ridgewood Proper is surrounded by gorgeous woodlands. The peaceful neighborhood screams serenity yet only a 15 minute drive to Providence, even less to Garden City shopping, restaurants & Alpine Country Club. The front entry opens to a welcoming foyer with impressive staircase, two story ceilings and large open space flanked by windows showcasing a gorgeous oversized wooded lot. This level is a perfect place for entertaining offering a huge open layout from one end to the other.
What They’re Saying...
Elle was a great partner to work with in buying our first home. It took over a year for us to nail down a home we were interested in making an offer and Elle was more than supportive and accommodating the entire step of the way. She offered helpful assistance when needed and also had a knack for what we were looking for. She helped us immensely with negotiating down to our price range the home we really wanted and ended up with a great deal. But above all she cares, is so nice and makes the whole process fun and not stressful! Highly recommend to anyone searching for an agent.
Luke D. Billings; Pawtucket, RI
As a Loan Officer and formerly a Realtor here in Rhode Island, I can say that Elle represents the highest level of proficiency in Real Estate that I have experienced. Her knowledge of the area and local market, constant pursuit of professional certifications, and deal savvy put her in the top echelon of local real estate professionals. Whether you are a buyer or a seller, if you have chosen to work with Elle, you have chosen wisely.
Christopher D. Wall; Providence, RI
Elle is just the best! She helped us sell our condo; the process was longer than expected and more difficult (because of buyer issues as well as a complicated market), but she remained optimistic and supportive throughout. Knowledgeable, comfortable to deal with, expert in what she does... we will always be grateful.
Jean Rossner; Providence, RI
Elle assisted me with buying the house of my dreams. She was very professional and thorough. She responded fast to all my requests and lead negotiations with seller's agent very well. I feel lucky that I had a chance to do a deal with her. On a personal level Elle has an amazing personality and a great sense of humor. With no reservations or hesitations I give Elle my highest recommendations and wish her success in her future deals!
Elzotbek Rustambekov; Providence, RI
Elle helped me through the process of buying my house. I was too busy to coordinate all the paper work or even call the seller's realtors, so her assistance through the process helped me close the deal in time and form.
Martin Rocha; Providence, RI
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