
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT from $600 (49 Rentals)
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1458 E Main St

Cherry Street Lofts
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179 Lewis St

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1795 North Ave

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145 Cowles St

25 St Stephen St

Crescent Crossing

305 Parrott Ave

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969 Wood 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 | $1,889 | $650 | $4,761 |
Cheap Bridgeport 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,362 | $950 | $6,488 |
Cheap Bridgeport 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,027 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Cheap Bridgeport 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,691 | $1,750 | $8,148 |
Cheap Bridgeport 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,823 | $2,150 | $10,000+ |
Bridgeport 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,881 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Bridgeport, CT
Pricing Updated: 07/24/2025Current apartment rentals in the Bridgeport, CT area range in price from $650 to $15,000 with an overall median price of $4,334. The three Bridgeport neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are The Village at Oxford Greens at $1,300, Downtown Bridgeport at $650, and Madison at $1,300. 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 | $2,100 | $1,300 | 23 |
Downtown Bridgeport | $2,500 | $650 | 38 |
Madison | $2,500 | $1,300 | 51 |
Woodmont | $2,500 | $1,250 | 13 |
South End | $2,650 | $950 | 30 |
Stratfield Village | $2,650 | $1,495 | 14 |
East End | $2,800 | $1,350 | 41 |
Lower East End | $2,837 | $950 | 49 |
Brookside | $2,897 | $1,423 | 15 |
Lower Long Hill | $2,922 | $995 | 88 |
Cheapest Available Bridgeport Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Bridgeport, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Cherry Street Lofts in the Bridgeport South End neighborhood priced from $1,138. 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-1BR Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,138 |
Renaissance Plaza | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,331 |
Davis Apartments | 21 Davis - Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
City Trust Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
HSW Bridgeport | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,442 |
Coleman Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, CT
As of July 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bridgeport area is the $1.67 price per square foot 21 Newton Ln Model at 21 Newton Ln, Unit Lower Level in the in the Daniels Farm neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Bridgeport apartment is the 370 Seaview Ave Model at 370 Seaview Ave, Unit Seaview ave starting at $2,350 with a $1.72 price per square foot in the Lower East End 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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21 Newton Ln, Unit Lower Level | 21 Newton Ln | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
370 Seaview Ave, Unit Seaview ave | 370 Seaview Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
368 Seaview Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 368 Seaview Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
79 Clifford St, Unit 2 | 79 Clifford St | 4BR,2BA | $2.04 |
200 Ogden St, Unit 2nd Floor | 200 Ogden St | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
245 jane st, Unit 3 | 245 jane st | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
947 Capitol Ave, Unit 3 | 947 Capitol Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
382 Bond St, Unit 2 | 382 Bond St | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
Coleman Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $2.01 |
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 $1,505.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Bridgeport?
The cheapest apartment in Bridgeport is Cherry Street Lofts which is listed at $1,138, while the average apartment in Bridgeport costs $4,334.
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 1,608 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 $451 which is $3,883 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Bridgeport.
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