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Highlights
- Off-street parking
- Tile flooring
- Open kitchen
- Laminate flooring
- Spacious living room
- Convenient location
Location
278 Sayles St #2, Providence, RI 02905, USA|Lower South Providence
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Property Overview
Combining a convenient location with off-street parking, an open kitchen, and a spacious living room with tile and laminate flooring, the home offers both comfort and practicality. The proximity of top-rated elementary, middle, and high schools within about a third of a mile adds strong educational access. Forty listing photos further help prospective renters quickly understand the layout and features.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby- Elementary school nearby
- High school nearby
Great for
Pet owners
Amenities for 278 Sayles St #2, Lower South Providence
Apartment Amenities
| Natural Gas | Utilities Included |
Building
| Basement | Exterior Type: Drywall |
| Exterior Type: Plaster |
Grounds
| 2 Parking Spaces | Garage Parking |
Other
| Exterior Type: Vinyl Siding | Five Rooms |
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About 278 Sayles St #2
Property Status: Active Beautiful 2-bedroom apartment in Providence with all utilities included! This inviting home features a spacious living room with laminate flooring and an open kitchen with tile flooring, creating a comfortable and functional layout. The updated bathroom adds a modern touch, while off-street parking for up to two vehicles provides added convenience. Pets are welcome, making it a great option for animal lovers. Conveniently located near major roadways, as well as local shops and restaurants, this apartment offers both comfort and accessibility. Office Phone: (401) 451-2422 Copyright © 2026 State Wide MLS of Rhode Island, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 278 Sayles St, Providence, RI 02905, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 0.3 mile away
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.2 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Address details
| Neighborhood | Lower South Providence |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 02905 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Lower South Providence
2-bedroom apartments at 278 Sayles St #2 cost about 10% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Providence.
Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Lower South Providence
Providence
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $2,100 |
| July 2024 | $2,038 |
| August 2024 | $2,000 |
| September 2024 | $1,975 |
| October 2024 | $1,998 |
| November 2024 | $2,017 |
| December 2024 | $1,987 |
| January 2025 | $1,999 |
| February 2025 | $2,047 |
| March 2025 | $2,120 |
| April 2025 | $2,078 |
| May 2025 | $2,123 |
| June 2025 | $2,073 |
| July 2025 | $2,116 |
| August 2025 | $2,107 |
| September 2025 | $2,059 |
| October 2025 | $2,099 |
| November 2025 | $2,060 |
| December 2025 | $2,163 |
| January 2026 | $2,085 |
| February 2026 | $2,114 |
| March 2026 | $2,100 |
| April 2026 | $2,200 |
| May 2026 | $2,199 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| January 2026 | $2,033 |
| February 2026 | $2,000 |
| March 2026 | $2,000 |
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Can I afford to live at 278 Sayles St #2?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $1,800 | 2 bed | 1 bath | ||
| 2 months ago | $1,850 | 2 bed | 1 bath |
Schools near 278 Sayles St #2
Mary E. Fogarty Elementary School
199 oxford st
providence, RI, 2905
K-5Public
C-
Robert L. Bailey IV Elementary School
65 gordon ave
providence, RI, 2905
K-5Public
C
Cornel Young & Charlotte Woods
674 prairie ave
providence, RI, 2905
PK, K-5Public
C-
Lillian Feinstein Elementary School at Sackett Street
159 sackett st
providence, RI, 2907
K-5Public
C-
Alfred Lima Sr. Elementary School
222 daboll st
providence, RI, 2907
K-5Public
C-
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Neighborhood
Lower South Providence | Providence, RI
Getting around Providence near 278 Sayles St #2
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 278 Sayles St #2, Providence
Groceries
7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
7/10
Several shops within a few minutes’ walk
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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