Dexter Street Commons
71 Dexter St,
Pawtucket, RI 02860
Studio - 2 Beds | $1,750 - $2,650
Rental Market Trends in Pawtucket, RI
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Pawtucket, RI is $1,705/month.
Rent in Pawtucket is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,662/month.
$1,705/month
Average Rent
776 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.7%
Change / Year
215
Available Apartments
Pawtucket rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Pawtucket average $1,549 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Pawtucket average $1,705 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Pawtucket average $1,860 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Pawtucket average $1,975 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Pawtucket, RI?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.7%, which averages out to $46 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Pawtucket, RI
July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
3%
Below $700/month
15%
$700 - $1,000/month
36%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
33%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
12%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Pawtucket?
Based on current rent prices, Darlington and Downtown Pawtucket" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Pawtucket.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Pawtucket?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Pawtucket and Darlington" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Pawtucket.
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Which Pawtucket neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Pawtucket with the most apartments available are Downtown Pawtucket and Darlington" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Pawtucket, RI?
Because the average rent in Pawtucket is $1,705, you’ll want to make about $5,683 per month or $68,196 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.
How does Pawtucket, RI compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Pawtucket, RI to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the Pawtucket Area GuideStudio
$1,587/month
$1,475/month
One Bedroom
$1,754/month
$1,719/month
Two Bedroom
$2,261/month
$1,893/month
Three Bedroom
$2,537/month
$1,912/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Pawtucket?
The average rent in Pawtucket is $1,705 per month, which is 2.6% higher than the national average of $1,662.
What is the average rent for a house in Pawtucket?
The average rent for a house in Pawtucket, RI is $3,960 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Pawtucket?
The average rent for a condo in Pawtucket, RI is $1,876 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Pawtucket?
Rents in Pawtucket, RI are increasing, with prices up 2.7% year-over-year and $46 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Pawtucket?
In Pawtucket, RI, 36% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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 June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.
* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.