
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Darien, CT from $1,000 (96 Rentals)
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The Corbin District

The Royle at Darien

124 Lawn Ave

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35 Hoyt St

Bayview Towers

124 Shippan Ave

117 W Cedar St

680 Hope St, Unit G

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Hoyt Bedford Apartments
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47 Lindale St, Unit B

105 Crystal St

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Residences on Bedford

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1248 Hope St, Unit 3

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916 Hope St

28 Dolsen Pl

394 Courtland Ave, Unit 394 courtland

18 Fairfield Ave

162 Connecticut Ave

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Arrive Stamford
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14 Cerretta St

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26 Strawberry Hill Ave, Unit 1 bed

39 Glenbrook Rd, Unit 5Z

Canterbury Green

18 Knapp St

88 Avery St

Shirt Factory Lofts and The Platform

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Lafayette Stamford

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Prospect Park

The Parc at Glenbrook
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Village at Stamford

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The Point Stamford

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The Asher

93 Richards Apartments

127 Greyrock Pl, Unit 1205

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Sono Central

550 Connecticut Ave

Monterey Village Apartments

The IVE at West Cedar

800 Summer Street Apartments
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Oak Grove Apartments

Augustana Homes Glenbrook (A 55+ Community)

85 Cove Rd

25 Third Street Apartments

The IVE at SoNo South

State Theater Building

Maple Court Apartments

1032 Hope St

77 Glenbrook Rd

Eleanor Roosevelt House
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Darien, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Darien?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Darien Studio Apartments | $2,380 | $1,600 | $2,877 |
| Cheap Darien 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,043 | $1,692 | $6,350 |
| Cheap Darien 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,649 | $2,031 | $8,200 |
| Cheap Darien 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,015 | $2,346 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Darien 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,186 | $2,617 | $3,800 |
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Cheapest Available Darien Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Darien, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Residences on Bedford in the Shippan neighborhood priced from $2,276. Canterbury Green in the Shippan Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,290. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Darien apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residences on Bedford | Roxbury | 1BR,1BA | $2,276 |
| Canterbury Green | A15 | 1BR,1BA | $2,290 |
| Shirt Factory Lofts and The Platform | The Platform_Unit S5 | Studio,1BA | $2,302 |
| Lafayette Stamford | S2 | Studio,1BA | $2,330 |
| Prospect Park | 1 Bed/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,356 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Darien, CT
As of August 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Darien area is the $2.37 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 3.5 Bath Model at HIGHGROVE in the in the Shippan Point neighborhood starting from $9,000. The second greatest value Darien apartment is the Lynde Model at Glenview House starting at $3,324 with a $2.73 price per square foot in the Shippan Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Darien apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| HIGHGROVE | 3 Bedroom 3.5 Bath | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.37 |
| Glenview House | Lynde | 2BR,2BA | $2.73 |
| Hoyt Bedford Apartments | 2 BR - 1 BTH Deluxe | 2BR,1BA | $2.58 |
| Village at Stamford | The Hickory | 2BR,2BA | $3.09 |
| 93 Richards Apartments | 2x2C | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| 504 Glenbrook | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.94 |
| Sofi At 50 Forest | A6 | 1BR,1BA | $3.05 |
| The Parc at Glenbrook | CUE Waldorf | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| 26 Strawberry Hill Ave, Unit 1 bed | 26 Strawberry Hill Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| 1248 Hope St, Unit 3 | 1248 Hope St | 1BR,1BA | $2.50 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Darien Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Darien?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Darien is at Shirt Factory Lofts and The Platform listed at $2,302.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Darien Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Darien Apartment is $2,276 at Residences on Bedford.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Darien Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Darien is starting from $2,500 at 93 Richards Apartments.
What is the most affordable Darien Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Darien Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oak Knoll and starts from $3,495.
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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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.

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.