
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT from $600 (50 Rentals)
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976 Iranistan Ave

291 Harral Ave

345 Benham Ave

Renaissance Plaza

179 Lewis St

1795 North Ave

35 Beers St

359 Wood Ave

64 McKinley Ave

155 McKinley Ave

25 St Stephen St

HSW Bridgeport

87 Union Ave

230 Garfield Ave

City Trust Apartments

240 Oak St

Teresian Towers Independent Senior Living

82 Lines Pl
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 | $1,863 | $650 | $6,322 |
Cheap Bridgeport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,472 | $950 | $6,488 |
Cheap Bridgeport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,285 | $1,100 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Bridgeport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,312 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Bridgeport 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,886 | $2,300 | $6,000 |
Bridgeport 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,102 | $2,350 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bridgeport, CT
Pricing Updated: 03/25/2025Current apartment rentals in the Bridgeport, CT area range in price from $650 to $80,000 with an overall median price of $3,632. The three Bridgeport neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are The Village at Oxford Greens at $1,200, 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 | $1,999 | $1,200 | 398 |
Compo–Owenoke Historic District | $2,250 | $2,000 | 18 |
Madison | $2,500 | $650 | 942 |
Reservoir | $2,737 | $650 | 3324 |
Saugatuck | $2,750 | $2,000 | 43 |
Enterprise Zone | $2,787 | $650 | 1456 |
Upper Madison | $2,787 | $1,100 | 3686 |
East Side Bridgeport | $2,800 | $1,400 | 1453 |
Downtown Bridgeport | $2,900 | $650 | 960 |
North Bridgeport | $2,925 | $1,850 | 346 |
Cheapest Available Bridgeport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bridgeport, CT is a Studio unit found at SBM 140 LLC in the North End neighborhood priced from $1,100. 21 Davis Avenue in the Black Rock neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. 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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SBM 140 LLC | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
21 Davis Avenue | 21 Davis - Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Renaissance Plaza | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,214 |
G Wells LLC | 1Bed/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
City Trust Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Coleman Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
Brookside Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,525 |
Lynn Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
Empire 225 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT
As of March 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bridgeport area is the $0.43 price per square foot 137 Shelton St Model at 137 Shelton St, Unit 137 in the in the North End neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Bridgeport apartment is the 506 Merritt St Model at 506 Merritt St, Unit 2 starting at $2,950 with a $1.03 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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137 Shelton St, Unit 137 | 137 Shelton St | 2BR,1BA | $0.43 |
506 Merritt St, Unit 2 | 506 Merritt St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
1520 Pembroke St, Unit 1L | 1520 Pembroke St | 5BR,1BA | $1.31 |
21 Newton Ln, Unit Lower Level | 21 Newton Ln | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
535 Wigwam Ln, Unit B | 535 Wigwam Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
161-163 Deacon St, Unit 163 | 161-163 Deacon St | 3BR,1BA | $1.73 |
95 Taft Ave, Unit 99 2nd floor | 95 Taft Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
56 Park Ter, Unit 2nd Floor | 56 Park Ter | 3BR,1BA | $1.73 |
86 Sanford Ave, Unit 3 | 86 Sanford Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.88 |
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 $1,695.
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 $3,632.
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 30,708 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 $859 which is $2,773 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bridgeport.
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