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Strive Lofts

144 Oxford St

109 John St

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67 Bellevue Ave

266-270 Wickenden St

One Neighborhood Builders Apartments

FOUND Study Providence | Student Housing

East Side Apartments

9 Euclid Ave
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The Plant

The 91 Lofts

280 Benefit St

Tempo

18 8th St

FOUND Study College Hill

176 Atlantic Ave

Lockwood Plaza Apartments

Alumni East Apartments
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Omni Point Apartments

26-28 Pitman St

122 Benefit Street Apartment Homes

Charles Place Apartments

Providence Arcade

160 Atlantic Ave

101 Hillside Ave.

Allen House Apartments

112 Keene St

22-24 Pocasset Ave
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112 Waterman St

The 903 Residences At Providence Place

530 Broadway

110 Benefit Street Apartment Homes

40 Jones St

221 Doyle Ave

Hillcrest Village Apartments

Colony House Apartments

296 Benefit St.

12 Piedmont

Wanskuck Mills

The Alice Building

378 Benefit St

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138 Wilmarth Ave, Unit 2nd Floor, Unit 2nd Floor

156 Garden St

22 Lawrence St, Unit 2R

1624 Lonsdale Ave

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6 Winthrop St

123 Cottage St.

Mansion House Apartments
Providence, RI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Providence?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Providence Studio Apartments | $2,023 | $742 | $3,599 |
| Cheap Providence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,173 | $780 | $4,500 |
| Cheap Providence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,740 | $1,000 | $6,573 |
| Cheap Providence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,583 | $900 | $5,908 |
| Cheap Providence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,971 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Providence 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,658 | $2,800 | $4,250 |
| Providence 6 Bedroom Apartments | $8,015 | $3,500 | $10,000+ |
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Providence, RI Area Reviews
April • 4+ years in Providence
March 15, 2026Great for students and those who love proximity to the Atlantic coast.
April
December 14, 2025Great 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 $1,460.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Providence?
The cheapest apartment in Providence is Wayland Manor Apartments which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Providence costs $4,881.
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 103 regular apartments in Providence that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
Expert Rental Resources
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I’m April, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Export for Providence, RI. Providence is the capital of Rhode Island. It is a bustling city with a small-town New England vibe.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.