Downcity

Providence, RI

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Downcity - Providence, RI

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The bustling heart of Rhode Island’s capital city

Historic Vibrant Growing Urban Riverside Walkable

Downcity, also known as Downtown Providence, is the historic and cultural epicenter of Rhode Island’s capital city. Downcity is revered for its ornate architecture, picturesque riverfront, cultural institutions, and exceptional shopping and dining options.

There are a wide variety of rental options in Downcity, from renovated lofts to sleek high-rise apartments and everything in between. Residents enjoy the neighborhood’s walkable layout, vibrant atmosphere, and year-round events and attractions. Convenience to Brown University, the Rhode Island School of Design, and Johnson and Wales University makes the neighborhood a top choice for countless students, faculty, and staff seeking a rental close to campus in a burgeoning cityscape.

Rent Trends

As of September 2025, the average apartment rent in Downcity is $1,801 for a studio, $2,036 for one bedroom, $2,377 for two bedrooms, and $2,732 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Downcity has decreased by -2.2% in the past year.

  • Studio

  • 387 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $1,801/month

    Average Rent

  • 1 BR

  • 632 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,036/month

    Average Rent

  • 2 BR

  • 855 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,377/month

    Average Rent

  • 3 BR

  • 1,188 sq ft

    Average Sq Ft

  • $2,732/month

    Average Rent

Reviews of Downcity - Providence, RI

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3.3 29 Reviews

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9 years agoNiche Review

There's not really any crime in the area so it's a great place to live!

Niche User

9 years and 3 months agoNiche Review

The crime and safety in the area of Santa Ana that I live in is not bad. There can always be improvements in any situation.

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9 years and 5 months agoNiche Review

I see this area being remodel in the future for the better.

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9 years and 6 months agoNiche Review

This area is close to my college, and market places so it is some how convenient for me

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Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Roger Williams National Memorial
  • Woonasquatucket River Greenway - Riverside Park
  • Ladd Observatory
  • Providence Children's Museum
  • Roger Williams Park Zoo

Airports

  • Rhode Island Tf Green International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2025.