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property at 195 Jewett Ave

195 Jewett Ave

BridgeportCT06606
property at 48 Enid St

48 Enid St

BridgeportCT06606

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

property at 128 Robert St

128 Robert St

BridgeportCT06606

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Entering the rental market? Learn these simple tips and strategies to avoid common pitfalls and make confident choices. Rent with peace of mind.

property at 166 Dewey St

166 Dewey St

BridgeportCT06605
property at 4666 Main St

4666 Main St

BridgeportCT06606
property at 85 Abner Ct

85 Abner Ct

BridgeportCT06606
property at 38 King St

38 King St

BridgeportCT06605

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Fairfield, CT Local Guide

Cheapest Available Fairfield Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfield, 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 Fairfield apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Cherry Street LoftsRR-1BR Flat1BR,1BA$1,138
21 Davis Avenue21 Davis - StudiosStudio,1BA$1,400
City Trust ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
Brookside GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,525
Lynn ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,575

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, CT

As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $0.94 price per square foot 285 Bronx Ave Model at 285 Bronx Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Lower Long Hill neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the 740 Iranistan Ave Model at 740 Iranistan Ave, Unit 2 starting at $3,222 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Bridgeport South End neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
285 Bronx Ave, Unit 2285 Bronx Ave3BR,1BA$0.94
740 Iranistan Ave, Unit 2740 Iranistan Ave5BR,2BA$1.04
142 Jackson Ave, Unit 2nd floor142 Jackson Ave3BR,1BA$1.75
1175 North Ave, Unit 3rd1175 North Ave2BR,1BA$1.50
896 Howard Ave, Unit 896 Howard Ave. 3rd Floor896 Howard Ave3BR,1BA$1.50
86 Sanford Ave, Unit 186 Sanford Ave3BR,1BA$1.93
585 Beechwood Ave, Unit 585585 Beechwood Ave2BR,1BA$1.90
491 Pequonnock St, Unit 491 pequonnock st491 Pequonnock St2BR,1BA$2.22
The Siena Building2E with DEN1BR,1BA$2.11
Coleman Apartments1 Beds, 1 Baths1BR,1BA$2.16

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Fairfield?

There are currently 392 Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, CT with pricing that ranges from $650 to $80,000. There are also 148 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairfield ranging from $700 to $39,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fairfield?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairfield ranges from $700 to $39,000 with an average monthly rent of $9,065.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fairfield?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fairfield range from $1,600 to $80,000, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $18,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,250 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,750.

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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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.

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Rise of Digital Nomads: Remote Work Tips for Apartment Renters

Written by: Brandie Parton

As a digital nomad, you no longer call a set address or office building your home for eight hours of the day or more.