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property at 71 Marion Ave N

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Cranston, RI Local Guide

Cheapest Available Cranston Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cranston, RI is a 1 Bed unit found at Paragon Mill in the Manton neighborhood priced from $1,003. Tanglewood Village in the Warwick West Warwick neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,423. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cranston apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Paragon Mill1BR 1BA1BR,1BA$1,003
Tanglewood Village1 BR/1BA1BR,1BA$1,423
The Presley Apartments1-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,425
Parkway Apartments1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,450
Dean EstatesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,475

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cranston, RI

As of April 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cranston area is the $1.54 price per square foot 3BR 2BA Model at Paragon Mill in the in the Manton neighborhood starting from $2,425. The second greatest value Cranston apartment is the 9 Sixth St Model at 9 Sixth St, Unit 1 starting at $2,150 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Outer East Bay neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cranston apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Paragon Mill3BR 2BA3BR,2BA$1.54
9 Sixth St, Unit 19 Sixth St3BR,2BA$1.43
84 Wheeler Ave, Unit 284 Wheeler Ave3BR,1BA$1.78
The Lofts at Pontiac MillsOne Bedroom - Standard1BR,1BA$1.31
10 Saint Mary St, Unit 210 Saint Mary St3BR,1BA$1.74
90 Alger Ave, Unit 290 Alger Ave2BR,1BA$1.73
Arctic Mill LoftsOne-Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.73
12 Tiffany St, Unit 1st Floor12 Tiffany St2BR,1BA$1.80
468 W Fountain St1 bed1BR,1BA$1.75
Dean EstatesOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.78

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cranston

What type of rentals are currently available in Cranston?

There are currently 1118 Apartments for Rent in Cranston, RI with pricing that ranges from $899 to $4,860. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Cranston ranging from $800 to $4,950.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Cranston ranges from $800 to $4,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,488.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Cranston range from $1,495 to $4,645, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,200 to $4,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,095.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.