
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Providence, RI from $500 (76 Rentals)
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33 Doyle Ave, Unit 3

48 Benefit St, Unit #2

37 Concord St, Unit 3

44 Maple St

244 Bowen St

FOUND Study College Hill

Angell Street Apartments

Case Mead Lofts

319 Friendship St
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46 Maple St

Charles Landing

241 Wickenden St, Unit 2R

69 Hope St, Unit 1

The Studley

Wayland Manor Apartments

University Heights Apartments

374 Lloyd Ave

Westminster Lofts

174 4th St
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Tempo & Tandem

385 Pine St

381 Pine St

54 Hillside Ave

468 Wickenden St, Unit 3rd Floor

169 Waterman St

6 Goulding St, Unit 2

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38 Ivy St, Unit 3

Providence G

225 Weybosset St
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187-189 Third Street, Unit 1

11 North Ave, Unit 7

117 Elmgrove Ave, Unit 3

61 Flora St

314 Benefit St.

11 North Ave, Unit 1

81 Jenkins St

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14 Amy St

274 S Main St, Unit 30

17 Thayer St, Unit 2
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266-270 Wickenden St

14 Trenton Street

East Side Apartments

9 Euclid Ave

280 Benefit St

18 8th St

FOUND Study College Hill

Omni Point Apartments

26-28 Pitman St

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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 | $1,922 | $742 | $2,420 |
| East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,341 | $875 | $3,950 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,019 | $1,205 | $6,740 |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,521 | $1,750 | $6,977 |
| East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,182 | $750 | $6,000 |
| East Side 5 Bedroom Apartments | $6,533 | $6,500 | $6,550 |
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Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Providence, RI is a Studio unit found at 244 Bowen St priced from $1,400. 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 East Side apartments for rent in Providence, RI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 244 Bowen St | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,400 |
| 110 Benefit Street Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,445 |
| FOUND Study College Hill | 2 Bed 2 Bath Canal - Providence 26-27 | 2BR, 2BA | $1,445 |
| Angell Street Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $1,575 |
| Case Mead Lofts | Micro-Loft | Studio, 1BA | $1,595 |
| 186 Waterman St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $1,635 |
| Wayland Manor Apartments | Studio | 1BR, 1BA | $1,650 |
| The Studley | Studio - Workforce Housing | Studio, 1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, RI
As of September 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $0.89 price per square foot Studio Model at Westminster Lofts in the College Hill neighborhood starting from $1,710. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 29 Ogden St Model at 29 Ogden St, Unit 2 in the Hope neighborhood starting at $3,000 with a $1.58 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westminster Lofts | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $0.89 |
| 29 Ogden St, Unit 2 | 29 Ogden St | 2BR, 1BA | $1.58 |
| 65 Sixth St, Unit 2 | 65 Sixth St | 2BR, 1BA | $1.96 |
| 82 Fremont St, Unit 2nd | 82 Fremont St | 3BR, 1BA | $2.33 |
| 14 Amy St | 14 Amy St | 4BR, 1BA | $2.03 |
| 308 Benefit St | 2 BED | 2BR, 1BA | $2.10 |
| 38 Ivy St, Unit 3 | 38 Ivy St | 2BR, 1BA | $1.80 |
| 41 E Transit St | 2 Bed | 2BR, 1BA | $2.31 |
| 244 Bowen St | 1 Bed | 1BR, 1BA | $1.75 |
| 48 Benefit St, Unit #2 | 48 Benefit St | 1BR, 1BA | $1.80 |
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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
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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 $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side?
The cheapest apartment in East Side is 110 Benefit Street Apartment Homes which is listed at $1,465, while the average apartment in East Side costs $2,450.
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 24 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 $1,250 which is $1,200 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side.
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