What is the average apartment size in Rhode Island?

The average size for a Rhode Island apartment is 915 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Rhode Island?

As of Apr / 2026, the average rent in Rhode Island is $2,192 per month, a 2.03% increase from last years average of $2,149.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Rhode Island?

In Rhode Island, studios rent for $1,737 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,904 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,342 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,948 per month

What is the average apartment size in Rhode Island?

The typical apartment in Rhode Island offers about 915 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Rhode Island?

Studio apartments in Rhode Island average 683 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 738 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,024 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,247 sq. ft.

Rhode Island Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Rhode Island?

The typical rent budget in Rhode Island ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 35% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Rhode Island?

In Rhode Island, 36% of households rent while 64% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: May 14, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Rhode Island is $2,192, a 2.03% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,149.

Studio Apartments at $1,737 offer the most budget-friendly option with 683 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 738 square feet for $1,904, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,342 offer 1,024 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,247 sq ft) for $2,948, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Rhode Island

Last updated: May 14, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,192	915 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,737	683 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,904	738 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,342	1,024 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,948	1,247 sq. ft.

Rhode Island rent trends

What's the typical rent budget in Rhode Island?

The largest share of rentals in Rhode Island (35%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Rhode Island?

160,568 or 36% of the households in Rhode Island are renter-occupied while 281,002 or 64% are owner-occupied.

How Rhode Island Compares to Other States

State	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
Alabama	$1,319	992 sq. ft.
Arizona	$1,569	864 sq. ft.
Arkansas	$1,148	896 sq. ft.
California	$2,651	853 sq. ft.
Colorado	$1,824	875 sq. ft.
Connecticut	$2,150	897 sq. ft.
Delaware	$1,709	921 sq. ft.
District of Columbia	$2,476	748 sq. ft.
Florida	$1,977	983 sq. ft.
Georgia	$1,640	1,026 sq. ft.
Idaho	$1,674	931 sq. ft.
Illinois	$2,050	840 sq. ft.
Indiana	$1,342	909 sq. ft.
Iowa	$1,240	897 sq. ft.
Kansas	$1,326	909 sq. ft.
Kentucky	$1,330	934 sq. ft.
Louisiana	$1,246	921 sq. ft.
Maine	$2,057	837 sq. ft.
Maryland	$1,887	907 sq. ft.
Massachusetts	$2,853	880 sq. ft.
Michigan	$1,414	920 sq. ft.
Minnesota	$1,659	893 sq. ft.
Mississippi	$1,328	1,011 sq. ft.
Missouri	$1,358	901 sq. ft.
Montana	$1,722	888 sq. ft.
Nebraska	$1,355	933 sq. ft.
Nevada	$1,548	909 sq. ft.
New Hampshire	$2,177	877 sq. ft.
New Jersey	$2,416	871 sq. ft.
New Mexico	$1,418	837 sq. ft.
New York	$2,613	874 sq. ft.
North Carolina	$1,555	978 sq. ft.
North Dakota	$1,164	964 sq. ft.
Ohio	$1,345	900 sq. ft.
Oklahoma	$1,070	859 sq. ft.
Oregon	$1,742	845 sq. ft.
Pennsylvania	$1,807	889 sq. ft.
Rhode Island	$2,192	915 sq. ft.
South Carolina	$1,628	1,015 sq. ft.
South Dakota	$1,206	913 sq. ft.
Tennessee	$1,537	953 sq. ft.
Texas	$1,448	892 sq. ft.
Utah	$1,635	930 sq. ft.
Virginia	$2,009	923 sq. ft.
Washington	$2,037	829 sq. ft.
Wisconsin	$1,626	919 sq. ft.

Popular Cities in Rhode Island

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Rhode Island apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.