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Beneficent House
1 Chestnut StProvidence, RI 02903
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Providence, RI from $500 (47 Rentals)
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339-343 Thayer St
339-343 Thayer StProvidence, RI 02906
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The Case-Mead Lofts
76 Dorrance StProvidence, RI 02903
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Wayland Manor Apartments
500 Angell StProvidence, RI 02906
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University Heights Apartments
99 Roger Williams GrnProvidence, RI 02904
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Charles Landing
73B Charles StProvidence, RI 02904
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The Studley
82-90 Weybosset StProvidence, RI 02903
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193-193 Power St
ProvidenceRI02906
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Westminster Lofts
126 Union StProvidence, RI 02903
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19 Brockton St
ProvidenceRI02904
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ProvidenceRI02906
511 Angell St
ProvidenceRI02906
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121 Second St, Unit Apartment
121 Second StEast Providence, RI 02914
99 Walnut St
East ProvidenceRI02914
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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 | $1,931 | $720 | $3,006 |
| East Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,428 | $850 | $4,888 |
| East Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,429 | $1,170 | $10,000+ |
| East Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,280 | $1,327 | $10,000+ |
| East Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,484 | $2,300 | $5,500 |
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There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Side Neighborhood of Providence, RI.
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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 1 Bed unit found at 339-343 Thayer St priced from $950. The Case-Mead Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,375. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Providence, RI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 339-343 Thayer St | 4 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Case-Mead Lofts | Microloft | Studio,1BA | $1,375 |
| Wayland Manor Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| University Heights Apartments | Elmhurst | Studio,1BA | $1,520 |
| Charles Landing | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| The Studley | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,625 |
| 95 Lofts | 95 Lofts Floor Plan F | Studio,1BA | $1,925 |
| 308 Benefit St | 2 BED | 2BR,1BA | $2,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, RI
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $2.28 price per square foot 2 BD/2.5BA Model at The Delano in the in the Fox Point neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 19 E Manning St Model at 19 E Manning St, Unit First Floor starting at $3,450 with a $2.38 price per square foot in the College Hill neighborhood. 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. |
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| The Delano | 2 BD/2.5BA | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.28 |
| 19 E Manning St, Unit First Floor | 19 E Manning St | 2BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 35 Bowen St, Unit 3 | 35 Bowen St | 4BR,2BA | $2.14 |
| 100 Lauriston St | 100 Lauriston St | 2BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| 84 11th St, Unit 2 | 84 11th St | 3BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 21 James St, Unit 2 | 21 James St | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.48 |
| 47 Sheldon St, Unit 2A | 47 Sheldon St | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 314 Benefit St. | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 308 Benefit St | 2 BED | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 161 Benefit st/Luxury Residences for Lease | 1 BED | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
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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 $2,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side?
The cheapest apartment in East Side is 339-343 Thayer St which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in East Side costs $7,350.
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 81 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 $598 which is $6,752 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side.
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