
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT from $600 (54 Rentals)
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625 Fairfield Ave

93-95-95 Remington St

Renaissance Plaza

240 Oak St

169 Birdseye St

604 Ogden St

179 Lewis St

120 Huntington Turnpike

35 Beers St

359 Wood Ave

155 McKinley Ave

64 McKinley Ave

25 St Stephen St

Crescent Crossing

HSW Bridgeport

87 Union Ave

230 Garfield Ave

800 Hallett St

City Trust Apartments

305 Parrott Ave
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 | $1,967 | $650 | $6,009 |
Cheap Bridgeport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,485 | $950 | $6,488 |
Cheap Bridgeport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,224 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Bridgeport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,355 | $1,600 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Bridgeport 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,928 | $2,400 | $6,000 |
Bridgeport 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,097 | $2,350 | $3,700 |
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Bridgeport, CT Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bridgeport, CT
Pricing Updated: 04/15/2025Current apartment rentals in the Bridgeport, CT area range in price from $650 to $80,000 with an overall median price of $3,665. The three Bridgeport neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are The Village at Oxford Greens at $1,250, Compo–Owenoke Historic District at $2,000, and Saugatuck at $2,000. 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 | $1,994 | $1,250 | 29 |
Compo–Owenoke Historic District | $2,250 | $2,000 | 2 |
Saugatuck | $2,350 | $2,000 | 3 |
Madison | $2,600 | $650 | 65 |
Enterprise Zone | $2,887 | $650 | 113 |
Upper Madison | $2,887 | $950 | 198 |
Reservoir | $2,900 | $650 | 169 |
Brooklawn | $3,000 | $650 | 76 |
Brooklawn St Vincent | $3,000 | $650 | 121 |
The Hollow | $3,000 | $650 | 95 |
Cheapest Available Bridgeport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bridgeport, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Renaissance Plaza in the Downtown Bridgeport neighborhood priced from $1,214. City Trust Apartments in the Downtown Bridgeport 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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Renaissance Plaza | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,214 |
City Trust Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Brookside Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
Lynn Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
21 Davis Avenue | 21 Davis - 1 Br | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Cedar Heights | Modern Studio Apartment in the Heart of Stratfo... | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT
As of April 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bridgeport area is the $1.31 price per square foot 1520 Pembroke St Model at 1520 Pembroke St, Unit 1L in the in the Lower Long Hill neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value Bridgeport apartment is the 535 Wigwam Ln Model at 535 Wigwam Ln, Unit B starting at $1,850 with a $1.16 price per square foot in the Nichols 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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1520 Pembroke St, Unit 1L | 1520 Pembroke St | 5BR,1BA | $1.31 |
535 Wigwam Ln, Unit B | 535 Wigwam Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
490 Villa Ave, Unit 490 Villa Avenue | 490 Villa Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
161-163 Deacon St, Unit 163 | 161-163 Deacon St | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
1370 E Main St, Unit Apt1 | 1370 E Main St | 3BR,1BA | $1.46 |
181 Sherwood Ave | 181 Sherwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
1175 North Ave, Unit 3rd | 1175 North Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
896 Howard Ave, Unit 896 Howard Ave. 3rd Floor | 896 Howard Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.64 |
726 Huntington Rd, Unit 726 Huntington Road | 726 Huntington Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.77 |
Renaissance Plaza | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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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 $1,650.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bridgeport?
The cheapest apartment in Bridgeport is Renaissance Plaza which is listed at $1,214, while the average apartment in Bridgeport costs $3,665.
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 1,696 regular apartments in Bridgeport that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bridgeport?
Cheap apartments in Bridgeport have an average cost of $727 which is $2,938 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bridgeport.
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