Family-friendly rentals near Brown University

Jennifer’s Walk to Brown U. Private Entry & Patio

Feel exclusive with your cozy outdoor space and seating perfect for relaxing. Just beyond, your private entrance opens to a fully equipped kitchen and dining area. The spacious living room invites you to unwind with a sleeper sofa and TV. With two bedrooms—one queen bed & one twin daybed—plus a sleeper sofa, the apartment sleeps 5. Just steps from Brown University, Thayer Street and Wayland Square, 1 mile from the train, and 15 minutes from the airport, it’s your perfect home base in Providence.

Charming 2nd Floor Apartment in Historic Fox Point

Light-filled (4 skylights!) upstairs apartment in 169-year-old home. Cozy and playful decor with a lot of nostalgia. The house has beautiful wide pine plank floors. If you like straight lines, this house is not for you - it's a little wonky, but we find its charm far outmeasures the crooked doorways and other quirks. Located in Fox Point, a 15 min walk to brown, steps from Wickenden and Ives streets, the Newport Ferry, coffee shops, and restaurants, but on a side street out of the way of it all.

Sleeps 7 - Walk to Train Station on East Side

Steps from Brown & RISD, your own private entry greets you into a beautiful two bedroom space in Providence's most exclusive area. Enjoy the cobblestone sidewalk of historic Benefit Street! Minutes from Miriam, Roger Williams & the Veteran's hospitals. Waterfire & Pedestrian bridge is steps away! Remodeled kitchen, two dining areas, double parlor. High ceilings, built in shelving, & lots of windows allowing gorgeous light. *Multi Unit Building - potential for noise from tenants above*

“Simeon’s House” walk to restaurants, Brown & RISD

BEST LOCATION! Walk to Brown/RISD, restaurants, bars, cafés, museums; located at intersection of College Hill, Fox Point, Downtown. You’ll love the ▫️Central, walkable location ▫️Comfy bed w/soft sheets ▫️Abundant hot water shower, great pressure ▫️Generously equipped kitchen, coffee, washer/dryer, ironing board, TV ▫️Off street driveway parking ▫️Beautiful, historic neighborhood ▫️Charming, cozy space ▫️Brown/RISD proximity for family, alumni, taking classes ▫️Help w/ local recommendations

Sunny studio on the East Side!

Quiet, sunny 300 sq foot studio, great neighborhood, on National Historic Register! Close to Miriam, Brown & RISD. You have the entire second floor to yourself, w/ driveway parking, private entrance & bath, lounge, work/eating counter, high speed WiFi & Roku Smart TV. There's a small fridge, microwave, Brio hot/cold filtered water dispenser, Keurig. Coffee, tea, milks, homemade muffins, granola bars :). Please note: GUESTS MUST BE ON THE LISTING. VISITORS MUST BE APPROVED PRIOR TO STAY.

Historic Downtown Arcade Condo

Historic condo in the Arcade Providence, a registered National Landmark built in 1828 as the first indoor mall in the US. This exact unit was featured on the Rachel Ray show and described as “the coolest, smallest apartment [they’ve] ever been in.” Enjoy a living area with large TV, small kitchen, full bathroom, and bedroom that sleeps two. A murphy bed in the living room folds down to a twin bed. The Arcade is in the center of downtown Providence, a 5-10 min walk to Brown and RISD.

Cheery & Airy Loft East Side of Providence

We have a newly furnished apartment on the East side of Providence. This unit features brand new furniture, high end Nectar mattresses, laundry, and expansive roof deck. It can comfortably sleep 4 and room for up to 6. The location is central and minutes from downtown Providence, Brown, RISD, Miriam, and a few blocks away from beautiful Lippit park. There are numerous cozy shops up the street - coffee shops/bakeries, restaurants/bars, and unique local vendors such as Frog & Toad.

Downtown Condo

Fantastic 1 Bedroom Apartment right smack in the middle of downtown Providence. The neighborhood is jammed with wonderful little restaurants, bars and shopping. The Dunkin Donuts Center, Trinity Playhouse, PPAC, The Vets, Federal Hill, Providence Place Mall, Johnson & Wales, Brown & RISD are all a short walk from here. We are located two floors above a couple nightclubs. We don't hear the clubs themselves but on the weekends you can hear the people outside.

Cozy, private studio in historic East Side home

You'll love this beautiful, private studio on the 3rd floor of a historic home on Providence's East Side! Bright, comfortable, spacious and cozy, it has all the amenities you need for your stay--private, keyless entry; fast WiFi; street parking and more. Located in walking distance to Brown, RISD, the Amtrak train, and Prospect Park. Day trip (<1 hr. drive/train) to beaches, Boston, and so much more. See our guide (updated post-COVID) for further details.

Bright and cozy East Side suite

Sunny, inviting, 3rd floor walkup on East side of Providence. One block from Oak Bake Shop, Providence Bagel, Whole Foods; much more within one mile. Comfy queen bed + sofa bed, private bath, Apple TV. Great for long-term guests and weekend visitors. Backyard, grill, laundry available but shared with house. Potential basement storage for long-term stays. Ceilings are low in places, may not be comfortable for taller than 6'.

Carriage House: Walk to Brown/RISD + Free Parking!

Located on Olney Street, The Carriage House is a 3-story guest house located in the historic College Hill neighborhood on the East Side of Providence. Short walking distance to Brown University, RISD, Moses Brown School, and tons of cute shops and restaurants. Features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 4 beds (3 queens, 1 twin) which can sleep up to 7 guests. In-unit washer/dryer, 70" TV, and fast wifi throughout the house!

Elegant Chic 2bd- New & Spotless- Walk Everywhere!

Welcome to the perfect East Side Stay! Nestled in the highly desirable location of Wayland and College Hill, East Side of Providence. This is a newly designed and renovated, swanky flat in a gorgeous brick building. The unit is centrally located and walking distance to Brown, RISD, and Wayland Square. This will be the perfect stay whether you are on business or pleasure, with the family or traveling as a couple or solo.