
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cheshire, CT from $1,200 (33 Rentals)
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187 Scott Rd

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Crestwood Park II

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Scott Gardens Apartments

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Summit Ridge Estates
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25 Chapel St

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Crestwood Park I

682 Old Colony Rd

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Brookside Gardens Apartments

777 East St

Byam Village
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Sunset Gardens

Sunset Garden

64 S Center St

Villagewood Apartments

745 Main Street

166 Gravel St

Austin Heights Apartments

975 Meriden Rd
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108 Ives St

1568 Meriden Rd

1568 Meriden Rd

Village Apartments

131 West Main Street

Pine Meadows Townhomes

7-11 Wilcox Ln

677 Woodtick Rd
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36 Sigwin Dr
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cheshire?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Cheshire Studio Apartments | $1,565 | $1,200 | $1,831 |
| Cheap Cheshire 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,123 | $1,300 | $2,839 |
| Cheap Cheshire 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,193 | $1,650 | $3,319 |
| Cheap Cheshire 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,701 | $1,900 | $3,844 |
| Cheap Cheshire 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,800 | $3,800 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Cheshire Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cheshire, CT is a Studio unit found at Lakeside of Cheshire in the Cheshire neighborhood priced from $1,235. Eastwood Terrace in the Waterbury neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cheshire apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeside of Cheshire | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,235 |
| Eastwood Terrace | The Yorkdale | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Crestwood Park II | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Scott Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| 131 West Main Street | 131 West Main Street - 7 | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Highland Ridge | 1B/2BD Highland Ridge | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Crestwood Park I | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,700 |
| West Woods Place Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,800 |
| Get $250 off First Month Rent | Spacious 2 bedroom in Wallingford with Storage ... | 2BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| Riverpointe Cheshire | One Bed A1 | 1BR,1BA | $2,589 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cheshire, CT
As of September 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cheshire area is the $2.21 price per square foot 2BR 2 Bath Waitlist Only Model at Highland Farms in the in the Cheshire neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Cheshire apartment is the Spacious 2 bedroom in Wallingford with Storage ... Model at Get $250 off First Month Rent starting at $2,250 with a $2.44 price per square foot in the Cheshire Crossing neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cheshire apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highland Farms | 2BR 2 Bath Waitlist Only | 2BR,2BA | $2.21 |
| Get $250 off First Month Rent | Spacious 2 bedroom in Wallingford with Storage ... | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| West Woods Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.28 |
| Crestwood Park I | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.89 |
| Eastwood Terrace | The Yorkdale | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Highland Ridge | 1B/2BD Highland Ridge | 2BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| 131 West Main Street | 131 West Main Street - 7 | 1BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| Crestwood Park II | One Bedroom Flat | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| Scott Gardens Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.46 |
| Lakeside of Cheshire | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $2.76 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cheshire Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cheshire Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cheshire Apartment is $1,303 at Lakeside of Cheshire.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cheshire Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cheshire is starting from $1,650 at Highland Ridge.
What is the most affordable Cheshire Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Cheshire Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Scott Gardens Apartments and starts from $2,150.
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