
Cheap Homes for Rent in Hamden, CT from $800 (23 Rentals)
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60 Bowen St

4 Warwick St

451 Circular Ave

1091 Whalley Ave

79 1st St

34 Hulse St
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102-104 Anthony St

365 Mather St

365 Mather St

124 Court St, Unit 405

124 Court St

43 Putnam Ave

80 Shepard St
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41 Fairfield St, Unit 3

10 Academy St, Unit 3

15 Amber Ct

100 York St, Unit 5G

100 York St

102 Oak Ridge Dr

1204 Whitney Ave
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32 Dayton St

1204 Whitney Ave, Unit 501
Hamden, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Hamden?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Hamden 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,331 | $1,600 | $5,400 |
Hamden 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,106 | $1,995 | $6,500 |
Hamden 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,048 | $900 | $10,000+ |
Hamden 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,191 | $2,900 | $5,250 |
Hamden 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,372 | $5,995 | $6,750 |
Hamden 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $850 | $850 | $850 |
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Cheapest Available Hamden Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hamden, CT is a 4 Beds unit found at Olive & Wooster Apartments in the Long Wharf neighborhood priced from $1,129. 19-21 Lynwood Place in the Long Wharf neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hamden apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Olive & Wooster Apartments | D4 Co-Living | 4BR,4BA | $1,129 |
19-21 Lynwood Place | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
Seramonte Estates | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Sutton Views | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Broadmoor | The Madison | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamden, CT
As of May 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Hamden area is the $0.72 price per square foot 12 Lilac St Model at 12 Lilac St, Unit 3 in the in the Prospect Hill neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Hamden apartment is the 91 Blake St Model at 91 Blake St, Unit Blake Street complex starting at $1,700 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Long Wharf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamden apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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12 Lilac St, Unit 3 | 12 Lilac St | 2BR,1BA | $0.72 |
91 Blake St, Unit Blake Street complex | 91 Blake St | 2BR,1BA | $0.89 |
357 Whalley Ave, Unit L2 | 357 Whalley Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.21 |
112 Fairfield St, Unit 1 | 112 Fairfield St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
1499 Ella T Grasso Blvd, Unit C7 | 1499 Ella T Grasso Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.32 |
396 Ellsworth Ave, Unit 1 | 396 Ellsworth Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
70 Bassett St, Unit 1FL | 70 Bassett St | 3BR,1BA | $1.61 |
98 Norton St, Unit E6 | 98 Norton St | 3BR,1BA | $1.53 |
40 Harding Pl, Unit 2 | 40 Harding Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.59 |
971 Sherman Ave, Unit 1 | 971 Sherman Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Hamden
What type of rentals are currently available in Hamden?
There are currently 964 Apartments for Rent in Hamden, CT with pricing that ranges from $1,069 to $11,195. There are also 106 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Hamden ranging from $850 to $14,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Hamden?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Hamden ranges from $850 to $14,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,394.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Hamden?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Hamden range from $1,509 to $8,335, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $6,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,069.
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.

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.

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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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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