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2928 Pawtucket AveRiverside, RI 02915
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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 | $1,937 | $742 | $3,449 |
| Cheap Providence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,140 | $800 | $4,445 |
| Cheap Providence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,585 | $1,200 | $6,342 |
| Cheap Providence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,675 | $1,695 | $6,977 |
| Cheap Providence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,582 | $780 | $6,000 |
| Providence 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,525 | $2,800 | $4,250 |
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March 15, 2026Great for students and those who love proximity to the Atlantic coast.
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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 $2,542.
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 168 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 $524 which is $2,018 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.
Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
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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.