
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in the College Hill Neighborhood of Providence, RI from $1,475 (17 Rentals)


144 Benefit St, Unit 303

Case Mead Lofts

Angell Street Apartments

Charles Landing
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University Heights Apartments

280 Benefit St

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The Studley

169 Waterman St, Unit 6
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Create a productive work-from-home apartment setup, even in a small space or studio. Discover layout ideas, desk solutions, and organization tips that actually work.

East Side Apartments

FOUND Study College Hill

26-28 Pitman St

122 Benefit Street Apartment Homes

112 Waterman St
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110 Benefit Street Apartment Homes

The Alice Building
College Hill, Providence, RI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in College Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
College Hill Studio Apartments | $1,859 | $1,475 | $2,675 |
| College Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,334 | $1,650 | $4,019 |
| College Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,492 | $1,710 | $6,573 |
| College Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,972 | $2,550 | $7,200 |
| College Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,744 | $3,700 | $6,000 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCollege Hill, Providence, RI
Ranked #4
Among cities in Rhode Island for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap College Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in College Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in College Hill is under $2,231.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in College Hill?
The cheapest apartment in College Hill is 244 Bowen St which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in College Hill costs $4,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in College Hill?
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 13 regular apartments in College Hill 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 College Hill?
Cheap apartments in College Hill have an average cost of $541 which is $4,259 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in College Hill.
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For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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