
Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Canaan, CT from $800 (53 Rentals)
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Gilbert Clock Apartments

Brookgate Apartments

Georgetown Gardens

Winthrop Court Apartments

Forge

Litchfield Heights

Mill at Still River

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ReNew East Granby

22 High St
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Bristol Properties Apartments

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The Flats at Talcott

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Avon Colonial Manor

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ReNew Bristol

Simsbury Center Apartments

Avon Parks

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Canal Place

Southwood Acres

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The Pointe at Dorset Crossing
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Greenway Village

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Highcroft Apartments

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Avon Woods Apartments

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The Willows

King's Ridge (small quiet community)

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Farmington Court Apartments

Aspen Green at Simsbury

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Station 280

The Ridge at Talcott Mountain

Stissing Farms
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The Garage

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Mill Commons

465 Chapel St

Maples Extended Stay

Holly House

Lansdowne Place

Oakwood Terrace

122 High St

Mahaiwe Building

Center Square Village
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Ensign House

34 Rock St

45 Caroline Dr

Southwick Village - 55+ Active Community

The Laurel at 401 Albany Turnpike

15 Lower Rd

52 High St

29 Water St Apartments

36 High St

14 Browns Ln
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East Canaan, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Canaan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Canaan Studio Apartments | $1,530 | $1,150 | $2,049 |
| East Canaan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,000 | $1,170 | $3,116 |
| East Canaan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,589 | $1,280 | $3,547 |
| East Canaan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,491 | $1,480 | $4,500 |
| East Canaan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,097 | $2,692 | $4,460 |
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Cheapest Available East Canaan Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in East Canaan, CT is a Studio unit found at Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments priced from $1,082. Brookgate Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,150. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Canaan apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments | Large Studio 55 and Older | Studio,1BA | $1,082 |
| Brookgate Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Gilbert Clock Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Winthrop Court Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Forge | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,305 |
| Mill at Still River | 1BD Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| ReNew East Granby | Ashburn | 1BR,1BA | $1,519 |
| 22 High St | C4 | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| Bristol Properties Apartments | 1E Oconn | 1BR,1BA | $1,568 |
| The Flats at Talcott | Evergreen A | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Canaan, CT and Nearby
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Canaan area is the $2.19 price per square foot The Hillcrest Model at The Grand Meadows in the in the Poquonock neighborhood starting from $3,720. The second greatest value East Canaan apartment is the Ridgewood Model at Avon Parks starting at $2,385 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Avon Burlington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Canaan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Grand Meadows | The Hillcrest | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.19 |
| Avon Parks | Ridgewood | 3BR,2BA | $2.05 |
| Avon Woods Apartments | 2 Bedroom - Premium | 2BR,2BA | $2.08 |
| ReNew East Granby | Camden | 2BR,2BA | $1.84 |
| Farmington Court Apartments | 2 BedroomTownhouse | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Mill at Still River | 1BD Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| 22 High St | C4 | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Forge | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Gilbert Clock Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.92 |
| Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments | Large Studio 55 and Older | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Canaan Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Canaan?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Canaan is at Lenox Schoolhouse Apartments listed at $1,082.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Canaan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Canaan Apartment is $1,250 at Brookgate Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Canaan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Canaan is starting from $1,350 at Gilbert Clock Apartments.
What is the most affordable East Canaan Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Canaan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Forge and starts from $1,808.
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