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property at 123 Cottage St.

$1,450 - $1,700

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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123 Cottage St.

PawtucketRI02860

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property at 422 Pawtucket Ave

$1,575 - $1,875

1 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

Available May 15

422 Pawtucket Ave

PawtucketRI02860

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property at 984 York Ave

$1,600

1 Bedroom Rentals

Available May 1

984 York Ave

PawtucketRI02861

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166 Division St
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166 Division St

166 Division StPawtucket, RI 02860
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100 Dexter St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

100 Dexter St

100 Dexter StPawtucket, RI 02860
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125 Goff AvePawtucket, RI 02860
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21 Radcliffe Ave
$950
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21 Radcliffe Ave

21 Radcliffe AveProvidence, RI 02908
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From Blue-Collar to Bustling: Discover the Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Providence

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property at 1624 Lonsdale Ave

$1,325 - $1,500

Studio To 1 Bedroom Rentals

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1624 Lonsdale Ave

LincolnRI02865

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Pawtucket, RI Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Pawtucket, RI

Pricing Updated: 04/20/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Pawtucket, RI area range in price from $1,340 to $3,159 with an overall median price of $2,111. The three Pawtucket neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Pawtucket at $1,340, Oak Hill at $1,340, and Woodlawn at $1,340. Here is today’s list of the top 5 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Pawtucket Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Pawtucket$1,970$1,34060
Oak Hill$2,000$1,34046
Woodlawn$2,087$1,34044
The Plains$2,150$1,34029
Darlington$2,350$1,40033

Cheapest Available Pawtucket Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Pawtucket, RI is a 1 Bed unit found at Wayland Manor Apartments in the Wayland neighborhood priced from $1,400. Parkview in the Darlington neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,585. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Pawtucket apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wayland Manor ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1,400
ParkviewStudio - SStudio,1BA$1,585
Newport Avenue ApartmentsOpen One Bed - Style 1Studio,1BA$1,590
FOUND Study College HillEfficiency Studio Main - Providence 26-271BR,1BA$1,595
Pine Street Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Pawtucket, RI

As of April 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Pawtucket area is the $1.09 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Residences at Woodlawn in the in the Downcity neighborhood starting from $1,805. The second greatest value Pawtucket apartment is the 34 Pembroke Ave Model at 34 Pembroke Ave, Unit 34 starting at $2,500 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Manton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Pawtucket apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Residences at Woodlawn2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.09
34 Pembroke Ave, Unit 3434 Pembroke Ave4BR,1BA$1.56
46 Pembroke Ave, Unit 4646 Pembroke Ave3BR,1BA$1.43
710 River Ave, Unit 2710 River Ave2BR,1BA$1.39
53 Vernon Street, Unit Apt 853 Vernon Street2BR,1BA$1.39
15 Cliff St, Unit 115 Cliff St2BR,1BA$1.35
1129 Main St, Unit 11129 Main St3BR,1BA$1.50
1172 Roosevelt Ave, Unit Third1172 Roosevelt Ave2BR,1BA$1.48
27 Thornley St, Unit Apartment 327 Thornley St3BR,1BA$1.60
33 Tingley St, Unit 2R33 Tingley St1BR,1BA$1.60

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Pawtucket Overview

Pawtucket, RI is the perfect place for a young person or family just starting out. Filled with a thriving community that celebrates arts and culture, the city embraces creativity and diversity. Whether you choose apartments in Pawtucket or a home built in the Victorian era, the charm of this historic city will surround you.

Why live in Pawtucket, RI?

In recent years, Pawtucket has been transforming into a center for young, hip, artists to hone their crafts. It is repurposing the old and historic buildings for new developments, such as artist colonies. Old mills are also being used during the winter for indoor farmer’s markets where you can buy local and organic food. Pawtucket’s importance in the Industrial Revolution is a brilliant piece of history, and to be able to experience the feeling of such a historic spot every day is magical.

Pawtucket, RI
Population: 71,847

Ranked #503

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Pawtucket Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Pawtucket?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Pawtucket is under $1,600.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Pawtucket?

The cheapest apartment in Pawtucket is Wayland Manor Apartments which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Pawtucket costs $2,111.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Pawtucket?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 18 regular apartments in Pawtucket that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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From Blue-Collar to Bustling: Discover the Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Providence

Written by: M. April Tome

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

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