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Highlights

  • Off-street parking
  • Laminate flooring
  • Recently renovated
  • Eat-in kitchen
  • Clawfoot tub
  • Large closet

Location

81 Putnam St, Providence, RI 02909, USA|Olneyville
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Management

Real Property Management Providence

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(401) 272-3300

Property Overview

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

7.9
Very Good
81 Putnam Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Trustworthiness, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,150 /mo1 unit availableThis 2nd floor one-bed has almost 800 sq. feet of living space • Recently renovated with fresh paint and all new flooring throughout • Eat-in kitchen with gas cooking and separate kitchen nook area • Large family room with laminate flooring – could also be set up as two-bed • Spotless bath with clawfoot tub • Spacious bedroom with large closet • Updated, efficient gas and electric heat - Tenant responsible for gas and electric • No Pets • Off-street parking included • Convenient Providence location with easy access to Rt 6, 10 & 95, just minutes to Federal Hill and downtown • Walking distance to laundromat and bus line

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Amenities for 81 Putnam Street

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Tenant Pays Gas and Electric
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 81 Putnam Street

HomeApartments in ProvidenceOlneyville 81 Putnam Street

This 2nd floor one-bed has almost 800 sq. feet of living space • Recently renovated with fresh paint and all new flooring throughout • Eat-in kitchen with gas cooking and separate kitchen nook area • Large family room with laminate flooring – could also be set up as two-bed • Spotless bath with clawfoot tub • Spacious bedroom with large closet • Updated, efficient gas and electric heat - Tenant responsible for gas and electric • No Pets • Off-street parking included • Convenient Providence location with easy access to Rt 6, 10 & 95, just minutes to Federal Hill and downtown • Walking distance to laundromat and bus line


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.
7.9
/10
Very Good
81 Putnam Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Location will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Trustworthiness, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 81 Putnam Street
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 81 Putnam Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Olneyville. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 81 Putnam Street is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
81 Putnam Street 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 81 Putnam Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
81 Putnam Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

81 Putnam Street is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 248 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 81 Putnam Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.3 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 200 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 Olneyville

1-bedroom apartments at 81 Putnam Street cost about 42% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Olneyville.

Median rents as of May 16 2026.
Olneyville
Providence
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Providence
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,767
July 2024$1,743
August 2024$1,731
September 2024$1,765
October 2024$1,809
November 2024$1,635
December 2024$1,600
January 2025$1,556
February 2025$1,762
March 2025$1,767
April 2025$1,643
May 2025$1,682
June 2025$1,748
July 2025$1,799
August 2025$1,732
September 2025$1,775
October 2025$1,662
November 2025$1,683
December 2025$1,729
January 2026$1,851
February 2026$1,856
March 2026$1,819
April 2026$1,837
May 2026$1,850
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Olneyville
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,944
July 2024$1,929
August 2024$2,000
September 2024$1,979
October 2024$1,972
November 2024$1,893
December 2024$1,850
January 2025$1,850
February 2025$1,850
March 2025$1,850
April 2025$1,850
May 2025$1,850
June 2025$2,015
July 2025$2,095
August 2025$2,036
October 2025$2,270
November 2025$2,280
December 2025$2,373
January 2026$2,174
February 2026$2,197
March 2026$2,037
April 2026$1,947
May 2026$2,000

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$46,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $46,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,150.
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Schools near 81 Putnam Street

William D'Abate Elementary School

60 kossuth st

providence, RI, 2909

K-5Public
C-

Asa Messer Elementary School

1655 westminster st

providence, RI, 2909

PK, K-4Public
C-

George J. West Elementary School

145 beaufort st

providence, RI, 2908

K-5Public
C-

Frank D. Spaziano Elementary School

85 laurel hill ave

providence, RI, 2909

1-5Public
C-

Carl G. Lauro Elementary School

99 kenyon st

providence, RI, 2903

K-5Public
C-
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Neighborhood

Olneyville | Providence, RI

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

Getting around Providence near 81 Putnam St

Walking

8/10
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

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 81 Putnam St, Providence

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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