Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Providence, RI from $500 (69 Rentals)

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East Side Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

East Side Apartments

83 Doyle AveProvidence, RI 02904
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9 Euclid Ave
1 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

9 Euclid Ave

9 Euclid AveProvidence, RI 02906
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280 Benefit St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

280 Benefit St

280 Benefit StProvidence, RI 02903
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Tempo
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Tempo

55 George M Cohan BlvdProvidence, RI 02903

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East Side, Providence, RI Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Providence, RI is a 1 Bed unit found at Wayland Manor Apartments priced from $1,400. FOUND Study College Hill has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,595. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Providence, RI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Wayland Manor ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$1,400
FOUND Study College HillEfficiency Studio Main - Providence 26-271BR,1BA$1,595
Charles Landing1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,800
Emblem 1250AStudio,1BA$1,995
Providence GThe Bristol1BR,1BA$2,040
The Residences at Bold Point1 bd / 1 ba1BR,1BA$2,050
G ReserveThe Webster1BR,1BA$2,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, RI

As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.74 price per square foot 29 Ogden St Model at 29 Ogden St, Unit 2 in the in the Hope neighborhood starting from $3,300. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 123 Friendship St Model at 123 Friendship St, Unit 5B starting at $4,250 with a $2.40 price per square foot in the Downtown Providence neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
29 Ogden St, Unit 229 Ogden St2BR,1BA$1.74
123 Friendship St, Unit 5B123 Friendship St4BR,3BA$2.40
42 Cypress St, Unit Apt 242 Cypress St2BR,1BA$1.67
Telephone BuildingThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$2.10
The Delano1BD/1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$2.52
161 Benefit st/Luxury Residences for Lease1 BED1BR,1BA$2.55
Westminster Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$3.05
Providence GThe Tiverton2BR,1BA$2.88
The Residences at Bold Point1 bd / 1 ba1BR,1BA$3.07
Wayland Manor ApartmentsStudio1BR,1BA$2.86

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Providence. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and more. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

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.

Expert Rental Resources

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From Blue-Collar to Bustling: Discover the Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Providence

Written by: M. April Tome

I’m April, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Export for Providence, RI. Providence is the capital of Rhode Island. It is a bustling city with a small-town New England vibe.

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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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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

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.

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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.