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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • Updated flooring
  • Pet friendly
  • Laundry located in building
  • Large bedroom, living room

Location

79 Oak St, Providence, RI 02909, USA|West End Providence
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Property Overview

79 Oak Street stands out as a well-rated option with strong value, convenient location, and solid overall quality, earning a Zumper expert rating of 8.9 out of 10. It also offers hardwood floors, updated flooring, pet-friendly living, laundry in the building, and spacious rooms, while its nearby schools and lively neighborhood with many restaurants and mixed-use spaces add to its appeal.

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

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, 79 Oak Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 79 Oak Street 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
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

79 Oak Street - 61 bed1 bath$1,750 /moMove-In Special: Get $500 off your first month's rent when you sign your lease and pay the security deposit within 48 hours of your showing. Limited-time offer for qualified applicants. Schedule your tour today! Features included: * gas/heat * Large bedroom, living room, and eat in kitchen * Updated flooring * Laundry located in building * Pet friendly * Located just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and Johnson & Wales University!
79 Oak Street - 11 bed1 bath$1,800 /moAvailable September 1st! Features included: * Include gas/heat for an additional $125 per month! * Large bedroom, living room, and eat-in kitchen * Hardwood floors * Laundry located in building * Pet friendly * Located just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and Johnson & Wales University!
79 Oak Street - 41 bed1 bath774 sqft$1,850 /moAvailable September 1st! Features included: * Include gas/heat for an additional $125 per month! * Large bedroom, living room, and eat-in kitchen * Hardwood floors * Laundry located in building * Pet friendly * Located just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and Johnson & Wales University!

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HomeApartments in Providence 79 Oak Street

Move-In Special: Get $500 off your first month's rent when you sign your lease and pay the security deposit within 48 hours of your showing. Limited-time offer for qualified applicants. Schedule your tour today! Features included: * gas/heat * Large bedroom, living room, and eat in kitchen * Updated flooring * Laundry located in building * Pet friendly * Located just minutes from shopping, restaurants, and Johnson & Wales University!


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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, 79 Oak Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 79 Oak Street 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 79 Oak Street
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.
79 Oak Street 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·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, 79 Oak 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.
79 Oak 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·9A 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.
79 Oak Street has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
79 Oak 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.

79 Oak Street is great for:

Social life

  • 310 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 361 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 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 79 Oak Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.1 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in West End Providence

1-bedroom apartments here are priced about the same as 1-bedrooms in West End Providence.

Median rents as of Sep 5 2026.
West End Providence
Providence
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Providence
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,781
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$1,865
June 2026$1,881
July 2026$1,855
August 2026$1,840
September 2026$1,850
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in West End Providence
MonthMedian Rent
September 2024$1,812
October 2024$1,583
November 2024$1,535
December 2024$1,743
January 2025$1,737
February 2025$1,694
March 2025$1,655
April 2025$1,625
May 2025$1,690
June 2025$1,662
July 2025$1,667
August 2025$1,608
September 2025$1,752
October 2025$1,746
November 2025$1,724
December 2025$1,812
January 2026$1,846
February 2026$1,842
March 2026$1,831
April 2026$1,859
May 2026$1,850
June 2026$1,850
July 2026$1,878
August 2026$1,865
September 2026$1,800

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near 79 Oak Street

Asa Messer Elementary School

1655 westminster st

providence, RI, 2909

PK, K-4Public
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Carl G. Lauro Elementary School

99 kenyon st

providence, RI, 2903

K-5Public
C-

William D'Abate Elementary School

60 kossuth st

providence, RI, 2909

K-5Public
C-

Webster Avenue School

191 webster ave

providence, RI, 2909

K-5Public
C-

Alfred Lima Sr. Elementary School

222 daboll st

providence, RI, 2907

K-5Public
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Neighborhood

West End Providence | Providence, RI

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

Getting around Providence near 79 Oak 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

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 79 Oak St, Providence

Groceries

9/10
Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

8/10
Wide variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes

8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

Explore the area around 79 Oak St

Gemma's Market
458 Cranston St
Tenares Supermarket
494 Cranston St
Varon Market
77 Union Ave
Cranston Family Market LLC
560 Cranston St
Urban Greens Co-op Market
93 Cranston St

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