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property at 29 Jacksonia Dr

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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29 Jacksonia Dr

North ProvidenceRI02911
property at 154 Summit St

$1,450

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154 Summit St

PawtucketRI02860

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property at 2008 Mineral Spring Ave

$1,485

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$1,485

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$1,485

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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2008 Mineral Spring Ave, Unit 3

2008 Mineral Spring Ave
North ProvidenceRI02911
property at 1402 Westminster St

$1,500

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$1,500

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1402 Westminster St

ProvidenceRI02909

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Providence, RI Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Providence, RI

Pricing Updated: 02/15/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Providence, RI area range in price from $742 to $28,753 with an overall median price of $5,404. The three Providence neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are South Elmwood at $1,600, Linwood at $1,600, and Reservoir at $1,750. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Providence Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
South Elmwood$1,650$1,6001
Linwood$1,795$1,6003
Reservoir$1,975$1,7503
Outer Downcity East Side$2,200$1,10033
Washington Park$2,300$99512
Blackstone$2,400$1,30015
Federal Hill$2,467$899110
Warwick West Warwick$2,500$1,200184
Outer East Bay$2,650$1,200147
Olneyville$2,725$89965

Cheapest Available Providence Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Providence, RI is a 1 Bed unit found at Mansion House Apartments priced from $1,365. The Presley Apartments in the Warwick West Warwick neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Providence apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mansion House Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1,365
The Presley ApartmentsHomey StudioStudio,1BA$1,395
Rumford CenterStudioStudio,1BA$1,450
Charles LandingStudioStudio,1BA$1,525
University Heights ApartmentsElmhurstStudio,1BA$1,526

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Providence, RI

As of February 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Providence area is the $0.19 price per square foot 12 Selkirk St Model at 12 Selkirk St, Unit #1 in the in the Hope neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Providence apartment is the 415 Weeden St Model at 415 Weeden St, Unit 2 starting at $2,100 with a $0.86 price per square foot in the Downcity neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Providence apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
12 Selkirk St, Unit #112 Selkirk St2BR,1BA$0.19
415 Weeden St, Unit 2415 Weeden St3BR,1BA$0.86
18 Piedmont St, Unit Fl 218 Piedmont St3BR,3BA$1.39
137 Worcester Ave, Unit 1137 Worcester Ave3BR,1BA$1.32
11 Handy St, Unit 11 handy st11 Handy St2BR,1BA$0.97
American Wire Residential Lofts1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.22
53 Vernon Street, Unit Apt 853 Vernon Street2BR,1BA$1.44
86 Home Ave, Unit 386 Home Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
25 Fallon Ave, Unit 225 Fallon Ave3BR,1BA$1.59
80 Ide Ave, Unit 2nd floor80 Ide Ave1BR,1BA$1.33

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Providence, RI
Population: 179,335

Ranked #144

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Providence

What type of rentals are currently available in Providence?

There are currently 2589 Apartments for Rent in Providence, RI with pricing that ranges from $742 to $28,753. There are also 368 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Providence ranging from $750 to $12,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Providence ranges from $750 to $12,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,251.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Providence?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Providence range from $1,650 to $6,108, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,700 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,100 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,850.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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