Downcity

Providence, RI

Downcity - Providence, RI

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3.3 (29 Reviews)

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 December 2024, the average apartment rent in Downcity is $1,879 for a studio, $2,005 for one bedroom, $2,777 for two bedrooms, and $3,155 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Downcity has increased by 0.1% in the past year.

Studio
590 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,879/month

Average Rent

1 BR
699 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,005/month

Average Rent

2 BR
1,005 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,777/month

Average Rent

3 BR
1,395 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$3,155/month

Average Rent

Reviews of Downcity - Providence, RI

Niche Reviews

3.3 29 Reviews

Niche User

8 years and 4 months ago•Niche Review

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

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8 years and 7 months ago•Niche Review

Santa Ana is a wonderful place to live. I hear stories that it's very dangerous to live here, but I have honestly never seen anything terrible. Your typical police officers and firefighters will charge down Euclid every month, but it's not as the media portrays it.

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8 years and 9 months ago•Niche Review

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

Niche User

8 years and 9 months ago•Niche Review

Around my area there is usually no crime and it's safe because we have Santa Ana Police like a block away. My neighbor is usually quite.

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