Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Bridgeport Neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT from $500 (8 Rentals)

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property at 625 Fairfield Ave

$1,275

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625 Fairfield Ave

BridgeportCT06604
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Renaissance Plaza
$1,331 - $1,603
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Renaissance Plaza

210 Washington AveBridgeport, CT 06604
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Washington Heights
Studio Apartments

Washington Heights

115 Washington AveBridgeport, CT 06604
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Fleetwood Apts LLC
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Fleetwood Apts LLC

165 Washington AveBridgeport, CT 06604
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SBM Park LLC
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

SBM Park LLC

858-872 Park AveBridgeport, CT 06604
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City Trust Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

City Trust Apartments

955 Main StBridgeport, CT 06604
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Downtown Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Bridgeport Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Bridgeport area of Bridgeport, CT is a Studio unit found at Vine Street Apartments priced from $900. Renaissance Plaza has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,331. Here are the most affordable Downtown Bridgeport apartments for rent in Bridgeport, CT:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vine Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900
Renaissance PlazaA11BR,1BA$1,331
333 State StreetStudioStudio,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Bridgeport, CT

As of June 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Bridgeport area is the $2.27 price per square foot 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at Coleman Apartments in the in the Downtown Bridgeport neighborhood starting from $2,045. The second greatest value Downtown Bridgeport apartment is the A1 Model at Renaissance Plaza starting at $1,331 with a $1.84 price per square foot in the Downtown Bridgeport neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Bridgeport apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Coleman Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.27
Renaissance PlazaA11BR,1BA$1.84
333 State StreetStudioStudio ,1BA$3.80
Vine Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$4.50
Soundview apartmentsSV15Studio ,1BA$8.78

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Downtown Bridgeport, Bridgeport, CT

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is happy to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across Connecticut, including Bridgeport. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, places to raise kids, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Bridgeport Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Bridgeport?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Bridgeport is under $2,045.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Bridgeport?

The cheapest apartment in Downtown Bridgeport is Vine Street Apartments which is listed at $1,250, while the average apartment in Downtown Bridgeport costs $2,900.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 4 regular apartments in Downtown Bridgeport that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Local Experts Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT

Written by: M. April Tome

I'm April, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Bridgeport, CT. I have lived in Fairfield County for over thirty years. I decided to downsize and move to a city with more amenities and affordable rental options.

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

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Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.