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| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Branford Studio Apartments | $1,752 | $1,250 | $2,200 |
| Cheap Branford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,151 | $1,300 | $3,500 |
| Cheap Branford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,714 | $1,650 | $4,850 |
| Cheap Branford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,237 | $2,150 | $2,325 |
| Cheap Branford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,265 | $3,265 | $3,265 |
The cheapest available apartment rental in Branford, CT is a Studio unit found at Parkwood Apartments in the Annex neighborhood priced from $1,250. Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments in the Eastern Suffolk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Branford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Rose Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Tivoli Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Community South Shore Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Autumn Ridge | Micro | Studio,1BA | $1,453 |
| 510 Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,454 |
| Marshfield - NPM | 1BR A-E-PR | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Town Center | Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Green View Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Branford area is the $1.94 price per square foot 3BR/2BA HEAT & HOT WATER INCLUDED Model at Branford Hills Apartments in the in the Outer East Haven neighborhood starting from $2,325. The second greatest value Branford apartment is the Townhouse Model at 37 N Harbor St starting at $2,200 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Outer East Haven neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Branford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Branford Hills Apartments | 3BR/2BA HEAT & HOT WATER INCLUDED | 3BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| 37 N Harbor St | Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.00 |
| Summit Place | One Bedroom Flex | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Green View Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Tivoli Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Town Center | Townhouse | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Rose Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Parkwood Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
| Community South Shore Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.27 |
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Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Branford is at Parkwood Apartments listed at $1,250.
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Branford Apartment is $1,300 at Rose Hill Apartments.
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Branford is starting from $1,750 at Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments.
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