Cheap Homes for Rent in the Downtown Providence Neighborhood of Providence, RI from $1,650 (3 Rentals)

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property at 274 S Main St
$2,000

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent
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274 S Main St, Unit 30

274 S Main St
ProvidenceRI02903
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Providence, RI

As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Providence area is the $0.89 price per square foot Studio Model at Westminster Lofts in the in the College Hill neighborhood starting from $1,710. The second greatest value Downtown Providence apartment is the 2 BED Model at 308 Benefit St starting at $2,100 with a $2.10 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Westminster LoftsStudioStudio ,1BA$0.89
308 Benefit St2 BED2BR,1BA$2.10
161 Benefit st/Luxury Residences for Lease1 BED1BR,1BA$2.45
314 Benefit St.2BR2BR,1BA$2.70
Station RowTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.57
Emblem 125Flex 2A.21BR,1.5BA$3.41
Chestnut CommonsEpoch2BR,2BA$3.64
Providence GThe Bristol1BR,1BA$3.07
95 LoftsA41BR,1BA$3.82
110 Benefit Street Apartment Homes1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.93

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Providence

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Providence?

There are currently 87 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Providence, RI with pricing that ranges from $742 to $6,977. There are also 12 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Providence ranging from $1,650 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Providence?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Providence ranges from $1,650 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,535.

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