Cheap Apartments for Rent in Darien, CT from $1,000 (32 Rentals)
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Oak Grove Apartments

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56 Horton St

17 Ferris Ave

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59 Colonial Rd

52 Highland Rd
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Darien, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Darien?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Darien Studio Apartments | $2,536 | $1,600 | $6,205 |
Cheap Darien 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,986 | $1,423 | $6,845 |
Cheap Darien 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,655 | $1,725 | $8,925 |
Cheap Darien 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,021 | $1,976 | $7,491 |
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Cheapest Available Darien Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Darien, CT is a 2 Beds unit found at Oak Grove Apartments in the West Norwalk neighborhood priced from $1,725. Canterbury Green in the Shippan Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Darien apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Oak Grove Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,725 |
Canterbury Green | Studio | Studio,1BA | $2,000 |
The Lafayette Stamford | S3 | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
The Residences at Bedford | Rippowam | 1BR,1BA | $2,175 |
Daycroft Apartments/Hamilton Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
504 Glenbrook | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,350 |
The Parc at Glenbrook | CUE Prospect | 1BR,1BA | $2,400 |
Hoyt Bedford Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2,415 |
93 Richards Apartments | 2x2C | 2BR,2BA | $2,445 |
The Asher | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,467 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Darien, CT
As of May 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Darien area is the $1.33 price per square foot 3 Bed 2 Bath Model at Oak Grove Apartments in the in the West Norwalk neighborhood starting from $1,976. The second greatest value Darien apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 20 N Taylor Condos starting at $2,600 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the West Norwalk neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Darien apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Oak Grove Apartments | 3 Bed 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
20 N Taylor Condos | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
93 Richards Apartments | 2x2C | 2BR,2BA | $2.33 |
The Parc at Glenbrook | CUE Fairfield 4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
Sofi At 50 Forest | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $3.08 |
The Residences at Bedford | Scalzi | 2BR,1BA | $2.52 |
Hoyt Bedford Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated | 2BR,1BA | $2.96 |
Daycroft Apartments/Hamilton Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
Glenview House | Cedar | 1BR,1BA | $3.15 |
504 Glenbrook | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
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Getting Around Darien, CT
Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
48 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Darien Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Darien?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Darien is at Canterbury Green listed at $2,000.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Darien Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Darien Apartment is $2,300 at Daycroft Apartments/Hamilton Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Darien Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Darien is starting from $1,725 at Oak Grove Apartments.
What is the most affordable Darien Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Darien Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak Grove Apartments and starts from $1,976.
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