
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT from $500 (64 Rentals)
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32 McKinley Ave, Unit 3bd room SHARED apartment

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154 Clarence St, Unit 2

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436 Gregory St, Unit 1

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434 Gregory St, Unit 1

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136 Austin St, Unit 136

Cherry Street Lofts
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26 Alex St, Unit Apt 3

Renaissance Plaza

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391 Myrtle Ave

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City Trust Apartments
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383 Myrtle Ave

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145 Goddard Ave, Unit 3
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251 Black Rock Ave

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Bridgeport, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Bridgeport?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Bridgeport Studio Apartments | $1,907 | $650 | $4,761 |
Cheap Bridgeport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,283 | $800 | $6,488 |
Cheap Bridgeport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,920 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Bridgeport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,548 | $1,800 | $6,750 |
Cheap Bridgeport 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,520 | $2,100 | $10,000+ |
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Bridgeport, CT Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bridgeport, CT
Pricing Updated: 09/07/2025Current apartment rentals in the Bridgeport, CT area range in price from $650 to $15,070 with an overall median price of $4,380. The three Bridgeport neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are The Village at Oxford Greens at $1,395, East End at $1,295, and Lower East End at $950. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bridgeport Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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The Village at Oxford Greens | $1,950 | $1,395 | 30 |
East End | $2,250 | $1,295 | 38 |
Lower East End | $2,275 | $950 | 41 |
South End | $2,300 | $950 | 32 |
Boston Avenue | $2,350 | $1,295 | 195 |
Bridgeport South End | $2,400 | $950 | 60 |
Downtown Bridgeport | $2,400 | $650 | 39 |
Madison | $2,400 | $800 | 43 |
North Bridgeport | $2,500 | $1,450 | 164 |
Paradise Green | $2,500 | $1,295 | 194 |
Cheapest Available Bridgeport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bridgeport, CT is a Studio unit found at Cherry Street Lofts in the Bridgeport South End neighborhood priced from $1,025. Renaissance Plaza in the Downtown Bridgeport neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,331. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bridgeport apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cherry Street Lofts | RR-Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
Renaissance Plaza | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,331 |
Davis Apartments | 21 Davis - Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
G Main LLC | 1Bed/ 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
City Trust Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT
As of September 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bridgeport area is the $0.54 price per square foot 145 Goddard Ave Model at 145 Goddard Ave, Unit 3 in the in the Lower Long Hill neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Bridgeport apartment is the 21 Newton Ln Model at 21 Newton Ln, Unit Lower Level starting at $3,000 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Daniels Farm neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bridgeport apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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145 Goddard Ave, Unit 3 | 145 Goddard Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.54 |
21 Newton Ln, Unit Lower Level | 21 Newton Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
200 Ogden St, Unit 2nd Floor | 200 Ogden St | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
947 Capitol Ave, Unit 3 | 947 Capitol Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
245 jane st, Unit 3 | 245 jane st | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
519 Brooks St, Unit 519 Brooks St. | 519 Brooks St | 3BR,1BA | $1.95 |
382 Bond St, Unit 2 | 382 Bond St | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
810 Atlantic St, Unit B5 | 810 Atlantic St | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
32 McKinley Ave, Unit 3bd room SHARED apartment | 32 McKinley Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Renaissance Plaza | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
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Bridgeport Overview
Bridgeport is the most populated city in the state of Connecticut and the fifth most populated in all of New England. It sits along the north shore of Long Island Sound at the mouth of the Pequonnock River and is considered part of the Greater New York City Area. Officially known as The Park City, it is renowned for its 1,300 acres of public parklands. It consists of five distinct geographic areas and 13 defined neighborhoods over 16 square miles. Home to young healthcare professionals working at St. Vincent’s Medical Center or Bridgeport Hospital, it is also a commuter town for those traveling to work in NYC. With builders refurbishing the old factories into stylish living spaces, there are many unique Bridgeport apartments for working singles and families.
Why live in Bridgeport, CT?
Bridgeport is home to more than 144,000 residents who enjoy the many parks and shoreline activities in a city that is close enough to NYC to work, but far enough away that it does not feel like a metropolitan area. Apartments in Bridgeport have access to a variety of live theaters, fine arts museums, and an auditorium that is home to the Greater Bridgeport Symphony. There are several colleges and universities in the area, including the University of Bridgeport and St. Vincent’s College. There are music events, arts festivals, sports activities, and plenty of local restaurants to keep everyone satisfied.
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Getting Around Bridgeport, CT
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
45 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Bridgeport Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Bridgeport?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Bridgeport is under $1,400.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bridgeport?
The cheapest apartment in Bridgeport is Cherry Street Lofts which is listed at $1,070, while the average apartment in Bridgeport costs $4,380.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Bridgeport?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,654 regular apartments in Bridgeport that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Bridgeport?
Cheap apartments in Bridgeport have an average cost of $501 which is $3,879 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bridgeport.
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