718 Apartments, Houses, & Townhomes for Rent in Rhode Island

Prices vary across cities, so certain areas fall above and below the state's baseline. On the low end, the most affordable Rhode Island rentals are in Woonsocket. Due to its inland location and distance from jobs and beaches, both one-bedroom and two-bedroom rentals are considerably cheaper there. Newport has the most expensive apartments and houses for rent in Rhode Island, with much higher prices for both one-bedroom and two-bedroom units.

While availability varies across markets, many Rhode Island rentals are pet-friendly. Single-family homes in suburban communities typically have the best pet acceptance rates. However, urban neighborhoods and high-end coastal regions have lower inventory, especially for pet-friendly apartments. Rhode Island landlords and property managers commonly have breed and weight restrictions, so renters should ask about their policies to avoid miscommunication. Households with large dogs are best off looking outside of the urban core and competitive waterfront towns.

Suburban areas with healthcare facilities tend to have the largest retirement communities and more options for senior housing. Rhode Island's primary markets for age-restricted properties are Cranston and North Kingstown. Coastal Rhode Island apartments and income-restricted facilities tend to have high competition and long waitlists. To prevent delays, consider signing up for multiple communities. Ask about all housing costs and fees to budget correctly, especially since maintenance and transportation services are often add-on charges.

The Ocean State is extremely popular with tourists, creating a strong market for seasonal leasing and furnished rentals. Rhode Island's inventory spikes during the warmer months, but renters can find month-to-month units throughout the year. These apartments and Rhode Island townhouse rentals are found in areas like Narragansett and Middletown. Use Rentler's 'furnished amenities' and 'lease length' filters to search smarter, not harder.

Rhode Island's luxury market is booming, especially in high-income urban and coastal communities. The Jewelry District, College Hill, and Wayland Square are hubs for new high-rise buildings, upscale condos, and homes with harbor views and premium interiors. Find Rhode Island's luxury inventory with ease by using Rentler's 'year built' filter. Then, sort the results by highest price first. These filters help renters find luxury inventory across cities, since most of the properties are new builds with high rents.