Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT from $500 (95 Rentals)

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Cherry Street Lofts
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$1,138 - $1,934
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$1,138 - $1,934

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$1,138 - $1,934
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Cherry Street Lofts

437 Howard AveBridgeport, CT 06605
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property at 89-91-91 Jetland Pl

$1,200

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$1,200

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$1,200

Studio, 1 Bath Home for Rent

Available Apr 25

89-91-91 Jetland Pl

BridgeportCT06605

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property at 122 Hansen Ave

$1,250

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$1,250

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$1,250

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122 Hansen Ave

BridgeportCT06605
property at 343 Wayne St

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

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343 Wayne St

BridgeportCT06606
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Renaissance Plaza
$1,331 - $1,603
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$1,331 - $1,603

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$1,331 - $1,603
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Renaissance Plaza

210 Washington AveBridgeport, CT 06604
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property at 631 Colorado Ave

$1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

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631 Colorado Ave

BridgeportCT06605
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Pembroke Commons
$1,396 - $2,011
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$1,396 - $2,011

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$1,396 - $2,011
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Pembroke Commons

1055 Pembroke StBridgeport, CT 06608
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property at 125 Wilson St

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

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125 Wilson St

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property at 1402 Boston Ave

$1,400

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$1,400

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$1,400

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1402 Boston Ave

BridgeportCT06610
property at 135 Caroline St

$1,475

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$1,475

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$1,475

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135 Caroline St

BridgeportCT06608
property at 1269 Park Ave

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

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1269 Park Ave

BridgeportCT06604
property at 133 Wordin Ave

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

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133 Wordin Ave

BridgeportCT06605
property at 530 Jane St

$1,500 - $3,400

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$1,500

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$1,500

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530 Jane St

BridgeportCT06608
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Lynn Apartments
$1,510 - $1,810
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$1,495 - $1,795
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$15

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$1,510 - $1,810
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available May 1

Lynn Apartments

505 Jewett AveBridgeport, CT 06606
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property at 182 Sheridan St

$1,550

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$1,550

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$1,550

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182 Sheridan St

BridgeportCT06610
property at 199 Bradley St

$1,575

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$1,575

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$1,575

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199 Bradley St

BridgeportCT06610
property at 76 Washington Terrace

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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76 Washington Terrace

BridgeportCT06604
property at 1145 Ogden St Ext

$1,620

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$1,620

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$1,620

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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1145 Ogden St Ext

BridgeportCT06610
property at 744 Boston Ave

$1,650

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$1,650

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$1,650

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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744 Boston Ave

BridgeportCT06610
property at 1311 Park Ave

$1,650

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$1,650

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$1,650

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1311 Park Ave

BridgeportCT06604
property at 2718 Fairfield Ave

$1,650

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$1,650

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$1,650

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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2718 Fairfield Ave

BridgeportCT06605

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property at 13 Armstrong Pl

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

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13 Armstrong Pl

BridgeportCT06608
property at 114-116 Laurel Pl

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

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114-116 Laurel Pl

BridgeportCT06604
property at 1102 E Main St

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

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1102 E Main St

BridgeportCT06608
property at 764 Ellsworth St

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

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764 Ellsworth St

BridgeportCT06605
property at 649 Bridgeport Ave

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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649 Bridgeport Ave

BridgeportCT06607
property at 86 Pequonnock St

$1,700 - $1,850

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$1,700

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$1,700

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86 Pequonnock St

BridgeportCT06604
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Washington Heights
Studio Apartments

Washington Heights

115 Washington AveBridgeport, CT 06604
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Hollister Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

Hollister Ave

217 Hollister AveBridgeport, CT 06607
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Tara Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Tara Apartments

2900 Main StBridgeport, CT 06606
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Berkshire Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Berkshire Apartments

1437 Fairfield AveBridgeport, CT 06605
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bridgeport, CT

Pricing Updated: 04/24/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Bridgeport, CT area range in price from $700 to $89,000 with an overall median price of $13,833. The three Bridgeport neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Downtown Bridgeport at $1,350, East End at $2,000, and The Village at Oxford Greens at $1,400. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Bridgeport Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Bridgeport$1,950$1,3502
East End$2,000$2,0003
The Village at Oxford Greens$2,200$1,40013
East Side Bridgeport$2,300$1,3508
South End$2,387$7004
Lower East End$2,600$1,3505
Bridgeport South End$2,612$7005
Bridgeport West End$3,000$70013
Brooklawn$3,000$1,15020
The Hollow$3,000$1,1508

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. 1071 Iranistan Ave in the Bridgeport South End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bridgeport apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vine Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900
1071 Iranistan AveStudioStudio,1BA$1,075
Cherry Street LoftsRR-1BR Flat1BR,1BA$1,138
Davis Apartments21 Davis - StudiosStudio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT

As of April 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Bridgeport area is the $0.86 price per square foot 67 Tremont Ave Model at 67 Tremont Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Lower Long Hill neighborhood starting from $3,650. The second greatest value Bridgeport apartment is the 2393 Main St Model at 2393 Main St, Unit 3 starting at $2,250 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Lower Long Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Bridgeport apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
67 Tremont Ave, Unit 167 Tremont Ave4BR,1BA$0.86
2393 Main St, Unit 32393 Main St3BR,1BA$1.50
73 Birdsey St, Unit 7373 Birdsey St3BR,1BA$1.57
188 6th St188 6th St3BR,1BA$1.57
1177 North Ave, Unit 3rd Floor1177 North Ave2BR,1BA$1.58
2295 E Main St, Unit 3rd Floor2295 E Main St2BR,1BA$1.48
195 Emerald Pl, Unit #2195 Emerald PlStudio ,1BA$1.40
1511 Pembroke St, Unit 11511 Pembroke St1BR,1BA$1.44
810 Atlantic St, Unit B5810 Atlantic St1BR,1BA$1.66
1071 Iranistan AveStudioStudio ,1BA$1.58

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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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in Bridgeport?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Bridgeport is at Vine Street Apartments listed at $900.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Bridgeport Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Bridgeport Apartment is $1,138 at Cherry Street Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Bridgeport Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Bridgeport is starting from $1,358 at Cherry Street Lofts.

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