
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT from $800 (120 Rentals)
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436 Gregory St

Vine Street Apartments

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136 Austin St, Unit 136

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425 Park Ave

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154 Clarence St, Unit 2

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1812 Boston Ave, Unit 1

625 Fairfield Ave

625 Fairfield Ave, Unit A2

1402 Boston Ave
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1511 Pembroke St, Unit 6

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1511 Pembroke St, Unit 1

2554 Main St

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Renaissance Plaza

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390 Birmingham St, Unit 1

2718 Fairfield Ave

Crescent Crossing

85-87 Union Ave

HSW Bridgeport

Redstone Apartments
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Pembroke Commons

582 Kossuth St

45 Columbia St

373 Myrtle Ave

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470 Noble Ave, Unit 468 First Floor

810 Atlantic St, Unit B-2

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810 Atlantic St, Unit B5

Presidential Apartments

712-714 Madison Ave

86 Pequonnock St
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2068 Main St

2014 Main St

1630 Madison Ave

139 Pennsylvania Ave

213 Golden Hill St

300 French St

147 Charles St

219 Helen St

273 Brooks St

799 Capitol Ave
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159 Charles St

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Brookside Gardens

950 Lindley St

265 Bunnell St

65-67 Fox St

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943 Briarwood Ave, Unit 943 briarwood ave

1254 Pembroke St

37 Granfield Ave

250 N Bishop Ave

1004 Hancock 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Bridgeport Studio Apartments | $2,015 | $950 | $2,900 |
| Cheap Bridgeport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,372 | $800 | $4,053 |
| Cheap Bridgeport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,167 | $1,400 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Bridgeport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,816 | $1,700 | $9,053 |
| Cheap Bridgeport 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,938 | $2,199 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bridgeport, CT
Pricing Updated: 09/07/2026Current apartment rentals in the Bridgeport, CT area range in price from $800 to $15,000 with an overall median price of $3,002. The three Bridgeport neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are The Village at Oxford Greens at $1,887, South End at $1,900, and Madison at $1,975. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Village at Oxford Greens | $1,887 | $1,250 | 36 |
| South End | $1,900 | $850 | 27 |
| Madison | $1,975 | $1,300 | 58 |
| The Hollow | $1,975 | $950 | 69 |
| West End West Side | $1,975 | $850 | 66 |
| Brooklawn St Vincent | $1,985 | $950 | 75 |
| Enterprise Zone | $1,995 | $800 | 115 |
| Downtown Bridgeport | $1,997 | $950 | 39 |
| Bridgeport West End | $2,000 | $850 | 82 |
| Brooklawn | $2,000 | $950 | 75 |
Cheapest Available Bridgeport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bridgeport, CT is a Studio unit found at Vine Street Apartments in the Downtown Bridgeport neighborhood priced from $900. Coleman St 157 in the Downtown Bridgeport neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. 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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| Vine Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Coleman St 157 | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Cherry Street Lofts | RR-Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| Renaissance Plaza | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,331 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bridgeport area is the $1.25 price per square foot 1520 Pembroke St Model at 1520 Pembroke St, Unit 1L in the in the Lower Long Hill neighborhood starting from $2,250. 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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| 1520 Pembroke St, Unit 1L | 1520 Pembroke St | 5BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 21 Newton Ln, Unit Lower Level | 21 Newton Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 188 6th St | 188 6th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 362 Soundview Ave, Unit 1 | 362 Soundview Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 1662 Fairfield Ave, Unit 2 | 1662 Fairfield Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 111 Smith St, Unit 1 | 111 Smith St | 3BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 810 Atlantic St, Unit B5 | 810 Atlantic St | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 1511 Pembroke St, Unit 1 | 1511 Pembroke St | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 470 Noble Ave, Unit 468 First Floor | 470 Noble Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 1812 Boston Ave, Unit 1 | 1812 Boston Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
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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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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 $1,331.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bridgeport?
The cheapest apartment in Bridgeport is Vine Street Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Bridgeport costs $3,002.
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 307 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 $531 which is $2,471 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bridgeport.
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