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Cheapest Available Bridgeport Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Bridgeport, NJ is a Studio unit found at Renshaw Apartments in the Jackville neighborhood priced from $899. Hillside Manor Apartments in the Academy Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Bridgeport apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Renshaw ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$899
Hillside Manor Apartments2x1 Upstair2BR,1BA$950
The Northview2121BR,1BA$975
306 E Ridley AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Wallingford Estates1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,182

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, NJ and Nearby

As of August 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Bridgeport area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at The Oaks in the in the East Side neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value Bridgeport apartment is the 2 bd/1 b w/ balcony Model at Bridgewater Apartments starting at $1,500 with a $1.36 price per square foot in the Traditions at Ridley Creek 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.
The Oaks2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.16
Bridgewater Apartments2 bd/1 b w/ balcony2BR,1BA$1.36
Green Forest Apartments1 Bedroom w/Den1BR,1BA$1.48
Lori ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.63
Brian Court Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.62
Hillside Manor Apartments2x1 Upstair2BR,1BA$1.19
Penn Street ApartmentsPenn Street 2 Bed2BR,1BA$1.62
Walnut Chestnut ApartmentsThe Dove1BR,1BA$1.49
Wallingford Estates1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.71
306 E Ridley AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.75

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Frequently Asked Questions about Bridgeport

What type of rentals are currently available in Bridgeport?

There are currently 38 Apartments for Rent in Bridgeport, NJ with pricing that ranges from $882 to $3,395. There are also 36 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Bridgeport ranging from $1,050 to $3,300.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Bridgeport?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Bridgeport ranges from $1,050 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,848.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Bridgeport?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Bridgeport range from $938 to $3,295, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,850 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,895.

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