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Rental Market Trends

Pawtucket, RI

As of August 2025, Pawtucket's rental market is highly competitive, where rentals lease within days, often attracting multiple applications and above-asking offers. Pawtucket's average rent is 18.1% ($368) lower than the Rhode Island average of $2,037 and 6.8% ($121) lower than the U.S. average of $1,790.

Average Rent

$1,669

Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change

0.5% ($8)

Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change

9.1% ($167)

Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market

Unit Type	Average Rent	Monthly ChangeMonth Over Month Change	Yearly ChangeYear Over Year Change
1 Bed	$1,655	1% ($16)	1.5% ($25)
2 Beds	$1,923	1% ($19)	1.6% ($30)
3 Beds	$2,256	0.9% ($21)	1.5% ($34)

Nearby Cities	Average Rent	Avg. Rent vs. PawtucketAverage Rent vs. Pawtucket	Avg. Days on MarketAverage Days on Market
Central Falls	$1,371	17.9% ($298)	30 days
Providence	$2,262	35.5% ($593)	28 days
East Providence	$1,735	4% ($66)	25 days
North Providence	$2,414	44.6% ($745)	30 days
Attleboro	$2,478	48.5% ($809)	21 days

Rental market trends are calculated using listing data from RentalSource.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pawtucket Rental Market FAQs

Explore rental prices, market trends, and availability in Pawtucket, RI.

What is the average rent in Pawtucket, RI?

The average rent in Pawtucket, RI is $1,669 per month.

What is the rental price range for homes in Pawtucket, RI?

Homes in Pawtucket typically rent for between $1,159 and $2,933 per month, with an average of $1,669 per month.

What is the average rent for different bedroom sizes in Pawtucket, RI?

In Pawtucket, the average rent for a 1-bedroom home is $1,655 per month, for a 2-bedroom home, $1,923 per month, and a 3-bedroom home is $2,256 per month.

How do rent prices in Pawtucket, RI compare with the national average?

The average rent in Pawtucket is 6.8% ($121) lower than the national average of $1,790 per month.

How have rent prices in Pawtucket, RI changed recently?

The average rent in Pawtucket has decreased by 0.5% ($8) in the last month and decreased by 9.1% ($167) over the past year.

How competitive is the rental market in Pawtucket, RI?

The rental market in Pawtucket, RI, is currently highly competitive, where rentals lease within days, often attracting multiple applications and above-asking offers.

How long do rentals stay on the market in Pawtucket, RI?

In Pawtucket, RI, the average rental stays on the market for approximately 24 days. While most properties are rented within this timeframe, factors like seasonality, demand, and property type can affect how quickly a rental leases.

How many rental properties are available in Pawtucket, RI?

There are currently 17 rental properties available in Pawtucket, RI.

Can I afford to rent a home in Pawtucket, RI?

Based on the current averages, a household would need an annual income of $76,920 to comfortably afford a 2-bedroom home in Pawtucket.