Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Outer Downcity East Side Neighborhood of Providence, RI from $900 (7 Rentals)

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11 Roosevelt St

North ProvidenceRI02904
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Northfield Manor
1 Bedroom Apartments

Northfield Manor

60 Hurdis StNorth Providence, RI 02904
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Mineral Spring Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Mineral Spring Gardens

1905 Mineral Spring AveNorth Providence, RI 02904
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Outer Downcity East Side, Providence, RI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Outer Downcity East Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Outer Downcity East Side area of Providence, RI is a 1 Bed unit found at Douglas Apartments-An Active Adult Community priced from $1,750. The Belmore has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Outer Downcity East Side apartments for rent in Providence, RI:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Douglas Apartments-An Active Adult Community1x1 Renovated1BR,1BA$1,750
The Belmore1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,750
Lofts & Townhomes @ International Apartments530-1071BR,1BA$1,795

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Outer Downcity East Side, RI

As of July 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Outer Downcity East Side area is the $1.75 price per square foot 26-2 Cooper St Model at 26-2 Cooper St, Unit Cooper in the in the Outer Downcity East Side neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Outer Downcity East Side apartment is the 1x1 Renovated Model at Douglas Apartments-An Active Adult Community starting at $1,750 with a $2.50 price per square foot in the Outer Downcity East Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Outer Downcity East Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
26-2 Cooper St, Unit Cooper26-2 Cooper St2BR,1BA$1.75
Douglas Apartments-An Active Adult Community1x1 Renovated1BR,1BA$2.50
Lofts & Townhomes @ International Apartments530-1071BR,1BA$2.60
The Belmore1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.69
26 Cooper St, Unit #226 Cooper St2BR,1BA$2.20

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Outer Downcity East Side, Providence, RI

Ranked #21

Among cities in Rhode Island for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Outer Downcity East Side Neighborhood in Providence, RI

Walk Score®

73 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Outer Downcity East Side Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Downcity East Side Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Outer Downcity East Side Apartment is $1,750 at Douglas Apartments-An Active Adult Community.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Outer Downcity East Side Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Outer Downcity East Side is starting from $1,900 at Douglas Apartments-An Active Adult Community.

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