Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downcity Neighborhood of Providence, RI from $600 (54 Rentals)

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property at 32 Gilmore St
$1,650

Total Monthly Price

Base Rent$1,650
Total Monthly Price$1,650
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
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32 Gilmore St, Unit 101

32 Gilmore St
ProvidenceRI02907
property at 77 Hope St
$1,650

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Base Rent$1,650
Total Monthly Price$1,650
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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Luxury

77 Hope St, Unit #3-2-13

77 Hope St
ProvidenceRI02906
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property at 1117 Douglas Ave
$1,800

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Base Rent$1,800
Total Monthly Price$1,800
Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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Furnished

1117 Douglas Ave

North ProvidenceRI02904
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Downcity, Providence, RI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downcity Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downcity area of Providence, RI is a 1 Bed unit found at The Flynn priced from $1,171. The Avenue - One Neighborhood Builders has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,261. Here are the most affordable Downcity apartments for rent in Providence, RI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Flynn1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,171
The Avenue - One Neighborhood BuildersOne Bedroom 60%1BR,1BA$1,261
98 Anthony Ave1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$1,295
244 Bowen StStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
FOUND Study College Hill2 Bed 2 Bath Canal - Providence 26-272BR,2BA$1,445
110 Benefit Street Apartment HomesStudioStudio,1BA$1,445

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downcity, RI

As of September 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downcity area is the $0.17 price per square foot 119 Hanover St Model at 119 Hanover St, Unit 2 in the in the Manton neighborhood starting from $1,650. The second greatest value Downcity apartment is the 89 Ralph St Model at 89 Ralph St, Unit 2 starting at $2,000 with a $0.84 price per square foot in the Manton neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downcity apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
119 Hanover St, Unit 2119 Hanover St2BR,1BA$0.17
89 Ralph St, Unit 289 Ralph St3BR,1BA$0.84
Westminster LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$0.89
102 Ring St, Unit #1102 Ring St2BR,1BA$1.42
3 Cargill St, Unit 23 Cargill St3BR,1BA$1.50
61 Cypress St, Unit 261 Cypress St3BR,1BA$1.28
76 Providence St, Unit FL 176 Providence St4BR,2BA$0.60
117 Hanover St, Unit 2117 Hanover St3BR,1BA$1.54
184-186 Allston Street3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$1.41
169 Jewett St, Unit Jewett second floor169 Jewett St2BR,1BA$1.65

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downcity

What type of rentals are currently available in Downcity?

There are currently 1348 Apartments for Rent in Downcity, RI with pricing that ranges from $742 to $6,977. There are also 204 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downcity ranging from $600 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downcity?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downcity ranges from $600 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,411.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downcity?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downcity range from $1,595 to $6,977, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,850 to $3,350. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $750.

Expert Rental Resources

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Your Local Guide to Providence Student Housing: Best Neighborhoods for College Renters

Written by: M. April Tome

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.