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 February 2025, the average apartment rent in Downcity is $1,794 for a studio, $2,048 for one bedroom, $2,331 for two bedrooms, and $2,704 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Downcity has decreased by -0.2% in the past year.

Studio
386 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$1,794/month

Average Rent

1 BR
632 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,048/month

Average Rent

2 BR
855 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,331/month

Average Rent

3 BR
1,188 sq ft

Average Sq Ft
$2,704/month

Average Rent

Reviews of Downcity - Providence, RI

Niche Reviews

3.3 29 Reviews

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8 years and 6 months ago•Niche Review

Not much crime around my area.

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8 years and 9 months ago•Niche 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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8 years and 9 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 11 months ago•Niche Review

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

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