
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Charles Neighborhood of Providence, RI from $900 (21 Rentals)
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327 Admiral St

28 Mc Millen St, Unit 28 McMillen St

49 Commodore St

15 Monticello St

15 Monticello St, Unit apt 1R

98 Northrup Ave
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5 Peter St

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150 Langdon St, Unit 2bedroom for rent!

150 Oakland Ave

22 Suffolk St

50 Job St, Unit 50 Job Street 1

202 Oakland Ave

33 Messina St
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68 Russo St, Unit #2

Charles Place Apartments

Wanskuck Mills

33 Messina St

124 Leo Ave

10 Josephine St

Northfield Manor
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Charles, Providence, RI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Charles?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Studio Apartments | $3,449 | $3,449 | $3,449 |
| Charles 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,500 |
| Charles 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,518 | $1,500 | $5,065 |
| Charles 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,224 | $1,625 | $2,500 |
| Charles 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,776 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Charles Neighborhood of Providence, RI.
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Cheapest Available Charles Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 154 Oakland Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $2,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Charles, RI
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Charles area is the $1.67 price per square foot 185 Oakland Ave Model at 185 Oakland Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Manton neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Charles apartment is the 183 Oakland Ave Model at 183 Oakland Ave, Unit 1 starting at $3,200 with a $2.13 price per square foot in the Manton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Charles apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 185 Oakland Ave, Unit 2 | 185 Oakland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 183 Oakland Ave, Unit 1 | 183 Oakland Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 191 Russo St, Unit 1 | 191 Russo St | 4BR,2BA | $2.00 |
| 204 Oakland Ave, Unit 3 | 204 Oakland Ave | 4BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 14 Eaton St, Unit 1 | 14 Eaton St | 3BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 202 Oakland Ave | 202 Oakland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 20 Virginia Ln, Unit Virginia | 20 Virginia Ln | 3BR,2BA | $1.92 |
| 154 Oakland Ave | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| 583 Charles St | 583 Charles St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Charles Apartments
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Charles?
Cheap apartments in Charles have an average cost of $418 which is $3,082 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Charles.
Expert Rental Resources
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