
Cheap Homes for Rent in Darien, CT from $1,500 (25 Rentals)
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18 Quintard Terrace

27 Northill St

60 Strawberry Hill Ave

68 E Cross Rd

43 Crescent St

181 Frederick St

22 Glenbrook Rd
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900 Hope St

140 Grove St

30 Glenbrook Rd

50 Courtland Ave

70 Strawberry Hill Ave

107 S Main St

50 Courtland Ave

39 Glenbrook Rd
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37 Ferris Ave

30 Ferris Ave

947 Hope St

71 Strawberry Hill Ave

44 Strawberry Hill Ave

499 Bedford St

16 Glenwood Ave

11 Hunters Ln
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21 Van Buskirk Ave
Darien, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Darien?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Darien 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,236 | $2,150 | $9,405 |
Darien 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,849 | $3,000 | $10,000+ |
Darien 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $11,709 | $5,200 | $10,000+ |
Darien 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $21,218 | $7,250 | $10,000+ |
Darien 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $29,995 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Darien Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 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 |
Prospect Park | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,037 |
The Lafayette Stamford | S3 | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
Hoyt Bedford Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2,160 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Darien, CT and Nearby
As of May 11, 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 |
251 Flax Hill Rd, Unit 2 | 251 Flax Hill Rd | 4BR,2BA | $3.08 |
18 Elm Tree Pl, Unit 2nd Floor | 18 Elm Tree Pl | 3BR,1BA | $2.96 |
Hoyt Bedford Apartments | 3 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated | 3BR,1BA | $2.95 |
The Parc at Glenbrook | CUE Fairfield 4 | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
31 Clay St, Unit 1 | 31 Clay St | 2BR,1BA | $2.75 |
Daycroft Apartments/Hamilton Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.78 |
The Residences at Bedford | Rippowam | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
504 Glenbrook | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Darien
What type of rentals are currently available in Darien?
There are currently 307 Apartments for Rent in Darien, CT with pricing that ranges from $1,400 to $8,925. There are also 112 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Darien ranging from $1,550 to $45,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Darien?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Darien ranges from $1,550 to $45,000 with an average monthly rent of $10,890.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Darien?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Darien range from $1,976 to $7,391, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,000 to $17,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,000.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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