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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • Ample closet space
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • Private laundry, washer/dryer

Location

986 Smith St, Providence, RI 02908, USA|Elmhurst
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Management

Premier Properties RI, LLC

Leasing office

(401) 527-7423

Property Overview

986 Smith St, Providence offers off-street parking, ample closet space, hardwood floors throughout, and the convenience of private in-unit laundry with a washer and dryer. Zumper’s expert rating reflects these strong in-home features, though the nearest grocery store is a little over 3.2 miles away, which is an important consideration for daily errands.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.6
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 986 Smith St, Providence is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 986 Smith St, Providence has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

4BR/1.0BA4 bed1 bath1,500 sqft$2,800 /mo1 unit available-4 large bedroom unit on the first floor -Newly remodeled kitchen with new cabinets, island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including fridge, dishwasher, oven, and microwave -Newly remodeled bathroom with spacious tiled shower with tub -Hardwood floors throughout -Plenty of off-street parking -Private deck for outdoor enjoyment -Private laundry in the basement with washer/dryer -Ample closet space -LaSalle Bakery right across the street -Pets negotiable, ask showing agent for details -Close to highway and all amenities, conveniently near parks, shops, and restaurants Professionally Managed by Premier Properties RI LLC -24/7 emergency maintenance -online e payments -online portal -online maintenance request -text communication capability -professional office staff

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Amenities for 986 Smith St, Providence

Apartment Amenities

TrashWater

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Sewer
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

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Units3
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About 986 Smith St, Providence

HomeApartments in ProvidenceElmhurst 986 Smith St, Providence

-4 large bedroom unit on the first floor -Newly remodeled kitchen with new cabinets, island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including fridge, dishwasher, oven, and microwave -Newly remodeled bathroom with spacious tiled shower with tub -Hardwood floors throughout -Plenty of off-street parking -Private deck for outdoor enjoyment -Private laundry in the basement with washer/dryer -Ample closet space -LaSalle Bakery right across the street -Pets negotiable, ask showing agent for details -Close to highway and all amenities, conveniently near parks, shops, and restaurants Professionally Managed by Premier Properties RI LLC -24/7 emergency maintenance -online e payments -online portal -online maintenance request -text communication capability -professional office staff


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.6
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, 986 Smith St, Providence is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 986 Smith St, Providence has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 986 Smith St, Providence
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
986 Smith St, Providence offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
986 Smith St, Providence goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 986 Smith St, Providence receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
986 Smith St, Providence is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 986 Smith St, Providence does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

986 Smith St, Providence is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • Tile, vinyl or hardwood floors
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

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 986 Smith St, Providence compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
More space
The 4-bedroom is 1500 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Elmhurst

4-bedroom apartments at 986 Smith St, Providence cost about 7% less than the average rent price for 4-bedroom apartments in Elmhurst.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
Elmhurst
Providence
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Providence
MonthMedian 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
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Elmhurst
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$2,183
July 2024$1,899
August 2024$1,937
September 2024$1,800
October 2024$1,841
November 2024$1,933
December 2024$1,900
March 2025$2,175
May 2025$2,075
June 2025$2,174
July 2025$2,210
August 2025$2,289
September 2025$2,215
October 2025$2,171
November 2025$2,105
December 2025$2,000
January 2026$1,967
February 2026$1,975
March 2026$2,100
April 2026$1,975
May 2026$1,895

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

4+ bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$112,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $112,000 annually to afford this 4-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,800.
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Schools near 986 Smith St, Providence

Robert F. Kennedy Elementary School

195 nelson st

providence, RI, 2908

PK, K-5Public
C+

Veazie Street School

211 veazie st

providence, RI, 2904

K-5Public
C-

George J. West Elementary School

145 beaufort st

providence, RI, 2908

K-5Public
C-

Harry Kizirian Elementary School

60 camden ave

providence, RI, 2908

PK, K-5Public
C-

R.I. School for the Deaf

one corliss park

providence, RI, 2908

PK, K-12Public
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Neighborhood

Elmhurst | Providence, RI

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Providence near 986 Smith St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 986 Smith St, Providence

Groceries

5/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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