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Coventry

·7th most expensive in Rhode Island·Rental market data updated monthly for Coventry, RI
Median rent (all units)
$2,481/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.3%
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
+$549
Reported rents
Stable (Monthly)
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Coventry · $2,481
More expensive than 79% of US cities · National median $1,932/mo
Affordability
41% of income
STRETCHED
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,481/mo, rent takes about 41% of the US median household income, well above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$99,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Coventry's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,270
1 BR
$1,360
2 BR
$1,660
3 BR
$2,000
4 BR+
$2,430
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,660/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $2,481 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

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Last updated: October 17, 2026

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Past year vs. the rest of Rhode Island

Rent in Coventry changed +1.3% over the year to September 2026. Across the 19 Rhode Island cities Zillow tracks, the typical change was +4.9%.

Recent direction

Rent has fallen 2 months in a row, and rose in 5 of the last 12 months.

Cheaper nearby

West Warwick, 5 miles away, rents for 23% less ($1,909/mo), about $6,900 a year in savings.

From Zillow's monthly rent index (ZORI) for Coventry.

Annual cost
$29,772/yr
At $2,481/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+1.3% YoY, -0.1% MoM), not inventory.
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At $2,481/mo, how Coventry rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Coventry rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Coventry. Click any size for full breakdown.

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About renting in Coventry, RI

Last updated: October 17, 2026

The median rent in Coventry is $2,481/mo as of October 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,270/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,660/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,360/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,000/mo.

At 41% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), Coventry ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How much income do you need to rent in Coventry?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $99,000/year (about $48/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,481/mo in Coventry.

Is rent going up or down in Coventry?

Rent in Coventry has risen 1.3% over the past year.

How does Coventry rent compare to other cities in Rhode Island?

Coventry is one of the pricier among Rhode Island cities for rent, ranking #7 of 24 tracked cities at $2,481/mo. Over the year to September 2026, rent in Coventry changed +1.3%, against a typical +4.9% across the 19 Rhode Island cities Zillow tracks.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Coventry?

Nearby cities with lower median rent than Coventry ($2,481/mo) include West Warwick ($1,909/mo), Cranston ($2,092/mo), and Johnston ($2,320/mo).
Income Affordability
41%
STRETCHED

At $2,481/mo, rent takes ~41% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Coventry 41%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3.75–5.99%
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