
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Providence, RI from $876 (35 Rentals)


30 Grafton St

10 Traverse St, Unit room2

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10 Traverse St, Unit Private rooms, Unit Private rooms

45 Maple St, Unit 3

50 Common St, Unit Unit #12

Wayland Manor Apartments

7 Governor St, Unit 3R
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44 Maple St, Unit 1

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44 Woodbine St, Unit B, Unit B

108 Ives St, Unit 1R

FOUND Study College Hill

244 Bowen St

67 Slater Ave, Unit 3

72 Hillside Ave, Unit Lower

79 Washington St
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109 John St

109 John St

234 Wayland Ave, Unit 7

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246 Waterman St, Unit 3, Unit 3

The Studley

Westminster Lofts

40 Sessions St, Unit 17

Charles Landing
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266-270 Wickenden St

9 Euclid Ave

Tempo

26-28 Pitman St

East Side Apartments

Providence Arcade

18 8th St

112 Keene St
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296 Benefit St.

378 Benefit St

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78 Fort St, Unit 1, Unit 1
East Side, Providence, RI Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Side?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Side Studio Apartments | $2,049 | $742 | $3,449 |
East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,480 | $876 | $4,451 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,395 | $1,205 | $6,573 |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,405 | $1,799 | $5,908 |
| East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,616 | $3,600 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEast Side, Providence, RI
Ranked #3
Among cities in Rhode Island for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in East Side, Providence, RI
Martin Luther King Elementary School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Side?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Side is under $2,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side?
The cheapest apartment in East Side is Wayland Manor Apartments which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in East Side costs $4,800.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Side?
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 15 regular apartments in East Side 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 East Side?
Cheap apartments in East Side have an average cost of $351 which is $4,449 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side.
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From Blue-Collar to Bustling: Discover the Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Providence
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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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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.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.