
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Providence Neighborhood of Providence, RI from $742 (22 Rentals)
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Copley Chambers II & III

FOUND Study College Hill

Case Mead Lofts

The Studley

Westminster Lofts

225 Weybosset St
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Providence G

314 Benefit St.

274 S Main St, Unit 30

280 Benefit St

FOUND Study College Hill

Providence Arcade
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296 Benefit St.

The Alice Building

302 Benefit st/Luxury Residences for Lease

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Downtown Providence, Providence, RI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Providence?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Providence Studio Apartments | $2,011 | $742 | $2,489 |
| Downtown Providence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,475 | $876 | $3,867 |
| Downtown Providence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,241 | $1,205 | $6,740 |
| Downtown Providence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,118 | $2,500 | $6,977 |
| Downtown Providence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,400 | $3,600 | $6,000 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Providence Neighborhood of Providence, RI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Providence Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Providence area of Providence, RI is a 2 Beds unit found at FOUND Study College Hill priced from $1,445. 110 Benefit Street Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,445. Here are the most affordable Downtown Providence apartments for rent in Providence, RI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| FOUND Study College Hill | 2 Bed 2 Bath Canal - Providence 26-27 | 2BR,2BA | $1,445 |
| 110 Benefit Street Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,445 |
| Case Mead Lofts | Micro-Loft | Studio,1BA | $1,595 |
| The Studley | Studio - Workforce Housing | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
| Westminster Lofts | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,710 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Providence, RI
As of September 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Providence area is the $2.17 price per square foot 300 Benefit St Model at 300 Benefit St, Unit 1L in the in the College Hill neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Downtown Providence apartment is the 1 BED Model at 161 Benefit st/Luxury Residences for Lease starting at $2,450 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the College Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Providence apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 300 Benefit St, Unit 1L | 300 Benefit St | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 161 Benefit st/Luxury Residences for Lease | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| 314 Benefit St. | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 308 Benefit St | 2 BED | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| Westminster Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $3.05 |
| Emblem 125 | Flex 2A.2 | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.41 |
| Chestnut Commons | Epoch | 2BR,2BA | $3.59 |
| Station Row | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.59 |
| Providence G | The Bristol | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
| 110 Benefit Street Apartment Homes | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Providence Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Providence?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Providence is under $2,139.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Providence?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Providence is 110 Benefit Street Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,465, while the average apartment in Downtown Providence costs $2,540.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Providence?
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 Downtown Providence that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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