Cheap Apartments for Rent in Providence, RI from $500 with Washer/Dryer (30 Rentals)

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21 Radcliffe Ave
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21 Radcliffe Ave

21 Radcliffe AveProvidence, RI 02908
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Your Local Guide to Providence Student Housing: Best Neighborhoods for College Renters

Discover affordable off-campus rentals and the best local neighborhoods for college life, featuring expert tips from a seasoned renter.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Find income-restricted rentals and housing subsidies. Explore government programs designed to help low-income families secure stable, affordable housing.

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

Discover the top 7 affordable and charming neighborhoods in Providence, RI. This local expert's guide helps you find the best value living in the historic New England city.

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26-28 Pitman St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

26-28 Pitman St

26-28 Pitman StProvidence, RI 02906
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530 Broadway
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

530 Broadway

530 BroadwayProvidence, RI 02909
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

From theft to fire to water damage, the unexpected can happen to any renter. Discover why renters insurance is one of the smartest and most affordable investments you can make as a tenant.

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Lofts 125
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Lofts 125

125 Goff AvePawtucket, 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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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Providence, RI
Population: 179,335

Ranked #144

in US Census Population by City

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April • 4+ years in Providence

March 15, 2026

Great for students and those who love proximity to the Atlantic coast.

April

December 14, 2025

Great for students, families, young professionals, and industry workers.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Providence Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Providence?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Providence is under $1,400.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Providence?

The cheapest apartment in Providence is The Flynn which is listed at $1,171, while the average apartment in Providence costs $2,532.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Providence?

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 175 regular apartments in Providence that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Providence?

Cheap apartments in Providence have an average cost of $506 which is $2,026 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Providence.

Expert Rental Resources

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Your Local Guide to Providence Student Housing: Best Neighborhoods for College Renters

Written by: M. April Tome

Hi, I’m April, your local guide for living in Providence, RI. I attended college in Providence and lived in this great city for many years.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.