
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Derby, CT from $900 (56 Rentals)
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Cedar Village at Minerva Square

20 8th St

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310 Derby Ave, Unit 2 bed room first floor, Unit 2 bed room first floor

49 Atwater Ave

118-120 New Haven Ave

301 Roosevelt Dr

38 New Haven Ave

10-12-12 Bank St

30 Hawkins St
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Sterling Towers Apartments

60-62 Hawkins St

Trolley Pointe

227 Howe Ave

210 Prospect Ave

Beaver Brook Apartments Ansonia

502 on Howe

Cedar Village at Carroll's

Bella Vista Ventures LLC.
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158 Main St

10 Huntington Ave

73 Woodbridge Ave

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7 Gardners Ln

198 N Main St

Cedar Village at the Locks

47 Pershing Dr

102 Wooster St

32 Winter St

201 Myrtle St
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14 Smith St

14 N Spring St

2 Smith St

35 Woodlawn Ave

166 Beaver St

22 Dwight St

105 Howe Ave

292 Coram Ave

126 Tremont St

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Bridge Street Commons
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155 -157 Jackson St

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Riverwalk Place

River Breeze Residential

910 Boston Post Rd

91 4th St

70 Center St

11 5th St

Vista Apartments

6 Daybreak Ln
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Derby, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Derby?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Derby Studio Apartments | $1,759 | $975 | $2,150 |
| Cheap Derby 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,956 | $1,000 | $2,700 |
| Cheap Derby 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,259 | $1,700 | $3,200 |
| Cheap Derby 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,309 | $1,750 | $2,800 |
| Cheap Derby 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,805 | $2,715 | $2,900 |
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Cheapest Available Derby Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Derby, CT is a Studio unit found at Derby Manor in the Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia neighborhood priced from $1,185. Cedar Village at Carroll's in the Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,455. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Derby apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Derby Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
| Cedar Village at Carroll's | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,455 |
| Cedar Village at Minerva Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| Bella Vista Ventures LLC. | Std | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| 158 Main St | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Trolley Pointe | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Cedar Village at the Locks | Studio Red | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Clocktower of Shelton | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
| The Residences at the Kestrel | STYLE F | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Derby, CT
As of April 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Derby area is the $1.46 price per square foot 7 Gardners Ln Model at 7 Gardners Ln in the in the Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Derby apartment is the 2 Bed 2 Bath Model at Bridge Street Commons starting at $2,730 with a $2.47 price per square foot in the Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Derby apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Gardners Ln | 7 Gardners Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Bridge Street Commons | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| The Residences at the Kestrel | STYLE F | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Merion Riverwalk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Trolley Pointe | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
| Clocktower of Shelton | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $3.26 |
| Derby Manor | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.82 |
| Cedar Village at Minerva Square | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.56 |
| Cedar Village at Carroll's | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.79 |
| 158 Main St | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Derby Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Derby?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Derby is at Derby Manor listed at $1,185.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Derby Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Derby Apartment is $1,295 at Derby Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Derby Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Derby is starting from $2,000 at Bella Vista Ventures LLC..
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