Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 29, 2026
Average rent in
Providence, RI
Average rent in
Last updated on October 29, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Providence rent stands today
Providence, RI rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $2,100/month. Month over month, rents rose 2.4%, showing a recent upward movement in the market despite the yearly stability.
Compared to national trends
Providence runs 10.5% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, positioning it as a moderately priced metro with 431 total rentals available for choice.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Providence rent for about $1,500/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,800/month, and 2-bedrooms near $2,025/month, with 3-bedrooms at $2,400/month and 4+ bedrooms reaching $3,220/month. These bedroom tiers reflect the range of rents available across the city.
Median rent
Median rent in Providence
$2,100/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Providence is $2,100 per month as of October 2026. This is 11% above the national average rent, or $200 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Providence
431
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Providence rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Providence, RI
Average rent prices in Providence have increased by 2% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Providence, RI
Rent prices in Providence vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Providence is $2,100, whereas a house costs $2,400. 1-bedroom apartments in Providence run $1,850 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,000.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,500 |  3% | 7% | |
1 bedroom | $1,800 | No Change | 9% | |
2 bedroom | $2,025 |  1% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $2,400 | 6% | No Change | |
4 bedroom | $3,220 | 2% | 7% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Blackstone | $2,699 | |
College Hill | $2,862 | |
Downtown Providence | $2,150 | |
Elmhurst | $2,500 | |
Federal Hill | $2,000 | |
Fox Point | $2,275 | |
Mt Hope | $2,500 | |
Smith Hill | $1,825 | |
Wanskuck | $2,050 | |
West End Providence | $2,095 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,100 | No Change | 5% | |
Condos | $2,100 | 10% | 6% | |
Houses | $2,400 | 2% | 18% | |
Rooms | $1,050 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,500
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
7%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,800
Last year
9%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,025
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,220
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
7%
Federal Hill
Average rent
$2,000
Elmhurst
Average rent
$2,500
Mt Hope
Average rent
$2,500
Fox Point
Average rent
$2,275
Blackstone
Average rent
$2,699
Wanskuck
Average rent
$2,050
West End Providence
Average rent
$2,095
College Hill
Average rent
$2,862
Downtown Providence
Average rent
$2,150
Smith Hill
Average rent
$1,825
Apartments
Average rent
$2,100
Last year
5%
Condos
Average rent
$2,100
Last 30 days
10%
Last year
6%
Houses
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
18%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,050
The table above reflects average rent prices in Providence, RI, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Providence, RI compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Providence and Attleboro by all bedroom counts and property types.
Providence
11%higher than the national median
8%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Providence, RI is 2% higher than the median rent in Attleboro, MA.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,050
2%$1,562
2%$1,950
3%$2,237
1%$1,925
1%$1,700
6%$2,200
$2,240
20%$1,850
1%$1,800
6%$2,497
39%$1,675
5%Cost of living in Providence, RI
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 11% higher |
| Groceries | 3% higher |
| Health | 2% higher |
| Housing | 17% higher |
| Transportation | No difference |
| Utilities | 25% higher |
Discover rentals in Providence, RI
2d ago
West End Providence house for rent in Providence
483 Dexter St, Providence, RI 02907
1 bed
1 bath
$600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
Available Jan 5
5d+ ago
Silver Lake apartment for rent in Providence
38 Judith St #3, Providence, RI 02909
1 bed
1 bath
$800
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 10
5d+ ago
Washington Park condo for rent in Providence
206 California Ave #206C3, Providence, RI 02905
1 bed
1 bath
$899
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
Available Oct 25
3d ago
14 Trenton St, Providence, RI 02906
2 beds
1 bath
$900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Blackstone house for rent in Providence
14 Maxcy Dr, Providence, RI 02906
3 beds
4.5 baths
$8,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
20h ago
54 Grand View St, Providence, RI 02906
3 beds
3 baths
$5,200
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
College Hill apartment for rent in Providence
193 Hope St #3, Providence, RI 02906
3 beds
3 baths
$5,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
27 Elmway St, Providence, RI 02906
3 beds
2 baths
$4,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
101 Cedar St, Providence, RI 02903
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,970–$2,750
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
12 Eagle St, Providence, RI 02908
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$2,070–$3,405
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
Price dropped $100Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 8
23h ago
654 Elmwood Ave, Providence, RI 02907
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,200–$1,300
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
14h ago
Verified
101 Cedar St, Providence, RI 02903
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,970–$2,750
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
16h ago
Verified
12 Eagle St, Providence, RI 02908
2–4 beds
1–2 baths
$2,070–$3,405
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
75 Pembroke Ave #75-2, Providence, RI 02908
4 beds
1 bath
$3,150
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
5d+ ago
Verified
83 Pembroke Ave #83-2, Providence, RI 02908
3 beds
1 bath
$2,445
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Jun 1
14h ago
Verified
101 Cedar St, Providence, RI 02903
2–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,970–$2,750
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
69 Homefield Ave #2, Providence, RI 02908
3 beds
1 bath
$1,925
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
1d ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$1,995
Price dropped $100Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 8
9h ago
57 Governor St, Providence, RI 02906
3 beds
1 bath
$1,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Providence, RI
Quick answers to common questions about the Providence rental market.
How much is rent in Providence?
The average rent in Providence is $2,100 per month as of October 24, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Providence?
Average rent prices in Providence have increased by 2% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Providence rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Providence is 11% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $200 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Providence?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Providence are Smith Hill ($1,825/mo), Federal Hill ($2,000/mo), and Wanskuck ($2,050/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Providence?
To comfortably afford rent in Providence, you'd need to earn approximately $84,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Providence?
November and December offer the best rental deals in Providence, with November seeing the lowest rents and December being the least competitive month. September has the highest rents, creating about a 6% difference between peak and off-peak pricing.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).