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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Providence Neighborhood of Providence, RI from $700 (22 Rentals)
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The Case-Mead Lofts
76 Dorrance StProvidence, RI 02903
65 Weybosset St, Unit 204
65 Weybosset St
ProvidenceRI02903
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Providence Arcade
65 Weybosset StProvidence, RI 02903
110 Benefit St
ProvidenceRI02903
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The Studley
82-90 Weybosset StProvidence, RI 02903
280 Benefit St
ProvidenceRI02903
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Regency Plaza
1 Regency PlazaProvidence, RI 02903
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100 Dorrance StProvidence, RI 02903
100 Bowen St
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Downtown Providence, Providence, RI Local Guide
Overview by cthulhuwho1 is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Providence?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Providence Studio Apartments | $2,112 | $720 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Providence 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,019 | $850 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Providence 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,045 | $1,170 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown Providence 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,171 | $2,550 | $6,058 |
| Downtown Providence 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,250 | $4,250 | $4,250 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Providence Neighborhood of Providence, RI.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Providence Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Providence area of Providence, RI is a Studio unit found at The Case-Mead Lofts priced from $1,300. 110 Benefit Street Apartment Homes has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable Downtown Providence apartments for rent in Providence, RI:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Case-Mead Lofts | Microloft | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| 110 Benefit Street Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| The Studley | Murphy Bed Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| Regency Plaza | Studio/1 Bath With Walk-In Closets | Studio,1BA | $1,805 |
| 95 Lofts | 95 Lofts Floor Plan F | Studio,1BA | $1,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Providence, RI
As of May 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Providence area is the $3.62 price per square foot B7P Model at Center Place in the in the College Hill neighborhood starting from $4,713. The second greatest value Downtown Providence apartment is the The Greene Model at G Square starting at $3,300 with a $3.88 price per square foot in the College Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Providence apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Place | B7P | 2BR,2BA | $3.62 |
| G Square | The Greene | 2BR,2BA | $3.88 |
| Providence G | The Tiverton | 2BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Nightingale Apartments | 78aA2 One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.01 |
| Station Row | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.50 |
| Chestnut Commons | Origin - 1BR-B; 1BR-B,1; | 1BR,1BA | $4.19 |
| 110 Benefit Street Apartment Homes | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.70 |
| Regency Plaza | Studio/1 Bath with Dining Area | Studio ,1BA | $3.84 |
| 95 Lofts | 95 Lofts Floor Plan F | Studio ,1BA | $4.20 |
| The Studley | Murphy Bed Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.88 |
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ApartmentHomeLiving brings you Lifestyle Ratings 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 searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Getting Around the Downtown Providence Neighborhood in Providence, RI
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
82 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
77 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Providence Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Providence?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Providence is under $2,205.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Providence?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Providence is The Case-Mead Lofts which is listed at $1,750, while the average apartment in Downtown Providence costs $4,250.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Providence?
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 21 regular apartments in Downtown Providence 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 Downtown Providence?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Providence have an average cost of $293 which is $3,957 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Providence.
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