
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT from $600 (57 Rentals)
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976 Iranistan Ave

1458 E Main St

Cherry Street Lofts

359 Olive St

1812 Boston Ave, Unit 1

155 Wayne St

179 Lewis St

93-95-95 Remington St
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Renaissance Plaza

25 St Stephen St

Crescent Crossing

HSW Bridgeport

City Trust Apartments

800 Hallett St

2716 Fairfield Ave

230 Garfield Ave

340 Palisade Ave

677 Fairfield Ave
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305 Parrott Ave

80 Wheeler Ave

277 Kent Ave

225 Golden Hill St

240 Oak St
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Bridgeport, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bridgeport?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Bridgeport Studio Apartments | $1,948 | $650 | $5,192 |
Cheap Bridgeport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,425 | $950 | $6,488 |
Cheap Bridgeport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,181 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Bridgeport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,195 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Bridgeport 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,919 | $1,750 | $6,000 |
Bridgeport 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,741 | $2,875 | $9,500 |
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Bridgeport, CT Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bridgeport, CT
Pricing Updated: 05/18/2025Current apartment rentals in the Bridgeport, CT area range in price from $650 to $80,000 with an overall median price of $4,186. The three Bridgeport neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are The Village at Oxford Greens at $1,300, Compo–Owenoke Historic District at $2,000, and Madison at $650. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bridgeport Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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The Village at Oxford Greens | $1,884 | $1,300 | 30 |
Compo–Owenoke Historic District | $2,250 | $2,000 | 2 |
Madison | $2,425 | $650 | 72 |
Saugatuck | $2,462 | $2,000 | 3 |
Brooklawn St Vincent | $2,700 | $650 | 118 |
Old Hill | $2,750 | $2,750 | 1 |
Springdale | $2,850 | $2,300 | 2 |
Outer East Haven | $2,990 | $1,094 | 126 |
The Hollow | $2,996 | $650 | 141 |
Eastern Fire Island | $2,999 | $1,800 | 42 |
Cheapest Available Bridgeport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bridgeport, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Cherry Street Lofts in the Bridgeport South End neighborhood priced from $1,138. 21 Davis Avenue in the Black Rock neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bridgeport apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cherry Street Lofts | RR-1BR Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,138 |
21 Davis Avenue | 21 Davis - Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
City Trust Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Brookside Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
Lynn Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
Fully Renovated Modern Apartments | Studio SW/SP | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Teresian Towers Independent Senior Living | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT
As of May 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bridgeport area is the $0.76 price per square foot 143 Shelton St Model at 143 Shelton St, Unit 143 in the in the North End neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Bridgeport apartment is the 285 Bronx Ave Model at 285 Bronx Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,950 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Lower Long Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bridgeport apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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143 Shelton St, Unit 143 | 143 Shelton St | 4BR,1.5BA | $0.76 |
285 Bronx Ave, Unit 2 | 285 Bronx Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.94 |
740 Iranistan Ave, Unit 2 | 740 Iranistan Ave | 5BR,2BA | $1.04 |
535 Wigwam Ln, Unit B | 535 Wigwam Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
161-163 Deacon St, Unit 163 | 161-163 Deacon St | 3BR,1BA | $1.60 |
142 Jackson Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 142 Jackson Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
896 Howard Ave, Unit 896 Howard Ave. 3rd Floor | 896 Howard Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
1175 North Ave, Unit 3rd | 1175 North Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
303-307 Nichols St, Unit 1st Floor | 303-307 Nichols St | 3BR,1BA | $1.65 |
13 Armstrong Pl, Unit Apt 3 | 13 Armstrong Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Bridgeport Overview
Bridgeport is the most populated city in the state of Connecticut and the fifth most populated in all of New England. It sits along the north shore of Long Island Sound at the mouth of the Pequonnock River and is considered part of the Greater New York City Area. Officially known as The Park City, it is renowned for its 1,300 acres of public parklands. It consists of five distinct geographic areas and 13 defined neighborhoods over 16 square miles. Home to young healthcare professionals working at St. Vincent’s Medical Center or Bridgeport Hospital, it is also a commuter town for those traveling to work in NYC. With builders refurbishing the old factories into stylish living spaces, there are many unique Bridgeport apartments for working singles and families.
Why live in Bridgeport, CT?
Bridgeport is home to more than 144,000 residents who enjoy the many parks and shoreline activities in a city that is close enough to NYC to work, but far enough away that it does not feel like a metropolitan area. Apartments in Bridgeport have access to a variety of live theaters, fine arts museums, and an auditorium that is home to the Greater Bridgeport Symphony. There are several colleges and universities in the area, including the University of Bridgeport and St. Vincent’s College. There are music events, arts festivals, sports activities, and plenty of local restaurants to keep everyone satisfied.
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Getting Around Bridgeport, CT
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bridgeport Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bridgeport?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bridgeport is under $1,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bridgeport?
The cheapest apartment in Bridgeport is Cherry Street Lofts which is listed at $1,138, while the average apartment in Bridgeport costs $4,186.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bridgeport?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,662 regular apartments in Bridgeport that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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