What is the average apartment size in Rhode Island?

The average size for a Rhode Island apartment is 922 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 Jul / 2026, the average rent in Rhode Island is $2,224 per month, a 2.02% increase from last years average of $2,180.

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 $1,915 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,385 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $3,000 per month

What is the average apartment size in Rhode Island?

The typical apartment in Rhode Island offers about 922 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 686 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 739 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,037 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,253 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 $2,001 to $2,500 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: August 31, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Rhode Island is $2,224, a 2.02% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $2,180.

Studio Apartments at $1,737 offer the most budget-friendly option with 686 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 739 square feet for $1,915, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-bedroom units at $2,385 offer 1,037 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,253 sq ft) for $3,000, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Rhode Island

Last updated: August 31, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$2,224	922 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,737	686 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,915	739 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,385	1,037 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$3,000	1,253 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 $2,001-$2,500 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	$1,337	994 sq. ft.
Arizona	$1,572	867 sq. ft.
Arkansas	$1,165	895 sq. ft.
California	$2,685	854 sq. ft.
Colorado	$1,850	878 sq. ft.
Connecticut	$2,201	899 sq. ft.
Delaware	$1,732	928 sq. ft.
District of Columbia	$2,447	746 sq. ft.
Florida	$1,998	986 sq. ft.
Georgia	$1,658	1,029 sq. ft.
Idaho	$1,708	934 sq. ft.
Illinois	$2,071	841 sq. ft.
Indiana	$1,352	911 sq. ft.
Iowa	$1,262	900 sq. ft.
Kansas	$1,344	909 sq. ft.
Kentucky	$1,354	936 sq. ft.
Louisiana	$1,260	917 sq. ft.
Maine	$2,087	830 sq. ft.
Maryland	$1,896	908 sq. ft.
Massachusetts	$2,857	882 sq. ft.
Michigan	$1,437	920 sq. ft.
Minnesota	$1,671	896 sq. ft.
Mississippi	$1,339	1,011 sq. ft.
Missouri	$1,376	902 sq. ft.
Montana	$1,763	898 sq. ft.
Nebraska	$1,374	934 sq. ft.
Nevada	$1,573	913 sq. ft.
New Hampshire	$2,219	887 sq. ft.
New Jersey	$2,470	874 sq. ft.
New Mexico	$1,441	841 sq. ft.
New York	$2,643	883 sq. ft.
North Carolina	$1,579	980 sq. ft.
North Dakota	$1,193	965 sq. ft.
Ohio	$1,367	903 sq. ft.
Oklahoma	$1,080	859 sq. ft.
Oregon	$1,756	844 sq. ft.
Pennsylvania	$1,828	890 sq. ft.
Rhode Island	$2,224	922 sq. ft.
South Carolina	$1,655	1,017 sq. ft.
South Dakota	$1,217	912 sq. ft.
Tennessee	$1,561	956 sq. ft.
Texas	$1,453	894 sq. ft.
Utah	$1,663	935 sq. ft.
Virginia	$2,016	924 sq. ft.
Washington	$2,062	831 sq. ft.
Wisconsin	$1,658	927 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.