
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downcity Neighborhood of Providence, RI from $780 (48 Rentals)


38 Judith St, Unit 3

Beneficent House

0 Potters Ave, Unit Unit 1

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21 Radcliffe Ave

161 Lynch St, Unit 1

85 Vinton St, Unit 85V-1

85 Vinton St, Unit 85V-1

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79 Wilson St, Unit 3RD FLOOR, Unit 3RD FLOOR
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Paragon Mill

Copley Chambers II & III

85 Vinton St, Unit 85V-2

718-720 Charles Street, Unit #1L

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15 Monticello St, Unit Unit B, Unit Unit B

81-83 America St, Unit 83A-1F ROOM

718-720 Charles Street, Unit #1R

85 Vinton St, Unit 85V-1

45 Maple St, Unit 3
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50 Common St, Unit Unit #12

186 Carpenter St

22-24 Pocasset Ave

98 Knight St

44 Maple St, Unit 1

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44 Woodbine St, Unit B, Unit B

20 Hudson St, Unit Unit #3

FOUND Study College Hill

244 Bowen St
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266-270 Wickenden St

One Neighborhood Builders Apartments

9 Euclid Ave

Tempo

Lockwood Plaza Apartments

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Providence Arcade

The Plant

18 8th St
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112 Keene St

Allen House Apartments

Sutterfield Apartment Homes

530 Broadway

Charles Place Apartments

40 Jones St

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464 Laurel Hill Ave, Unit Flr 1, Unit Flr 1

Residences at Woodlawn

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508 Pawtucket Ave
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Northfield Manor

Mineral Spring Gardens

389 Laurel Hill Ave
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 | $2,027 | $742 | $3,900 |
Downcity 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,295 | $780 | $4,500 |
| Downcity 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,980 | $1,205 | $6,573 |
| Downcity 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,631 | $833 | $6,000 |
| Downcity 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,017 | $900 | $10,000+ |
| Downcity 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,891 | $2,800 | $5,000 |
| Downcity 6 Bedroom Apartments | $9,807 | $3,600 | $10,000+ |
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4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downcity Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downcity?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downcity is under $1,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downcity?
The cheapest apartment in Downcity is Paragon Mill which is listed at $1,132, while the average apartment in Downcity costs $9,807.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downcity?
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 14 regular apartments in Downcity 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 Downcity?
Cheap apartments in Downcity have an average cost of $201 which is $9,606 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downcity.
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From Blue-Collar to Bustling: Discover the Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Providence
Written by: M. April Tome
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.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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