
Apartments for Rent in the Downcity Neighborhood of Providence, RI (1,640 Rentals)


Regency Plaza

Chestnut Commons

95 Lofts

FOUND Study College Hill

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580 South Water

The Bradford

Station Row

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Center Place
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The 870 Reserve

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Park Row West

257 Thayer

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Charles Landing

Paragon Mill

95 Cedar Street
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The Studley

Rising Sun Mills

Westwood Manor

Angell Street Apartments

G Square

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Emblem 125

G Reserve

Providence G

154 Oakland Ave

Westfield Lofts
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University Heights Apartments

308 Pleasant Valley Pky

Case Mead Lofts

Beneficent House

Tempo & Tandem

17 Planet St

130 Waterman St

21 Planet St

161 Benefit st/Luxury Residences for Lease

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339-343 Thayer St

5 - 7 Euclid Ave

308 Benefit St

314 Benefit St.

The Carlyle

244 Bowen St

The Flynn

Copley Chambers II & III

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386 Atwells Ave, Unit 211

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653 Pleasant Valley Pky, Unit 653A
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Downcity, Providence, RI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downcity?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downcity Studio Apartments | $1,986 | $742 | $2,655 |
| Downcity 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,267 | $876 | $4,445 |
| Downcity 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,699 | $1,205 | $6,133 |
| Downcity 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,622 | $1,600 | $6,977 |
| Downcity 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,371 | $780 | $6,000 |
| Downcity 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,525 | $2,800 | $4,250 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downcity?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,258 | $1,300 | $6,000 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,527 | $1,650 | $5,100 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $3,059 | $2,350 | $4,500 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $3,774 | $3,200 | $4,295 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $4,625 | $4,000 | $5,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowncity, Providence, RI
Ranked #1
Among cities in Rhode Island for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
This website is happy to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Downcity, Providence, and the greater Providence area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with children? this residential submarket is known as a top area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly ratings are based on community features and environments that help parents and children to thrive. Family Friendly neighborhoods provide resources like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, and having the finest schools for the kids to attend available.
Outdoors Rating
Love parks and greenspace? Downcity is a highly-rated submarket for parks and outdoor amenities, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Luxury Living Rating
This residential area is one of our favorite high-end communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like olympic-sized pools, maid services, park views, easy access to green space, and quartz countertops in the kitchen with high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include tile, hardwood, and fine carpeting, raquetball courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.
Pet Friendly Rating
This residential neighborhood ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Downcity
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downcity area of Providence, RI?
As of today, July 26, 2026, there are currently 1,640 available Downcity apartments priced from $742 to $6,977, with an average monthly rent of $2,489.
How much are Studio apartments in Downcity?
There are currently 523 Studio Apartments in Downcity with rent ranges from $742 to $2,655 with an average price of $1,986.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downcity Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downcity ranges from $876 to $4,445 with an average monthly rent of $2,267.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downcity cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downcity range from $1,205 to $6,133. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,699.
How expensive are Downcity Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 240 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downcity on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,600 to $6,977 - averaging $2,622 for the location.
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