
Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Haven, CT from $800 (63 Rentals)
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Tivoli Gardens

510 Main

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Autumn Ridge

293 Foxon Rd

Encore 99

Community South Shore Apartments

422 Main St

The Tyler (A 55+ Community)

Sunfield Apartments
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Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments

76 Warren Pl

99 Woodward Ave

467 Quinnipiac Ave

286 Exchange St

171 Chatham St

113 Lloyd St

159 Grafton St

1397-1399 State St

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24 Shelter St, Unit 2
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16 Market St, Unit 1

168 Chatham St

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30 Fox St, Unit 2

220 Glen Haven Rd

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220 Glen Haven Rd, Unit D

118 Cedar Hill Ave

1399 State St

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Brook Hollow

156 Wolcott St

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75 Woolsey St, Unit 3
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151 Saltonstall Ave, Unit 2

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118 Fulton St, Unit 118

483 Ferry St

34 Wolcott St

10 Rowe St

106 Exchange St, Unit Rear #2

39 Houston St

68 Clinton Ave

28 E Grand Ave, Unit BB

106 Exchange St, Unit Rear #2
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426 Poplar St

43 Farren Ave

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Summit Place

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336 Quinnipiac Ave, Unit B

35 Irvington St

173 Farren Ave

Georgetown Apartments

Terrace Heights

1314 Quinnipiac Avenue

189 Bradley
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East Haven, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Haven?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap East Haven Studio Apartments | $1,436 | $1,250 | $1,569 |
| Cheap East Haven 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,754 | $1,350 | $2,500 |
| Cheap East Haven 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,098 | $1,375 | $2,935 |
| Cheap East Haven 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,260 | $1,500 | $3,950 |
| Cheap East Haven 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,230 | $1,800 | $2,450 |
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Cheapest Available East Haven Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in East Haven, CT is a Studio unit found at Parkwood Apartments in the Annex neighborhood priced from $1,250. Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments in the Branford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Haven apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Tivoli Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 510 Main | STUDIO | Studio,1BA | $1,399 |
| Autumn Ridge | MICRO | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Evergreen Court | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| 293 Foxon Rd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,785 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Haven, CT
As of July 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Haven area is the $1.46 price per square foot Home Model at Farmview Estates in the in the North Haven neighborhood starting from $6,750. The second greatest value East Haven apartment is the 405 Blatchley Ave Model at 405 Blatchley Ave, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $2,400 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Long Wharf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Haven apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Farmview Estates | Home | 6BR,4.5BA | $1.46 |
| 405 Blatchley Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 405 Blatchley Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 7 Donna Ln, Unit 7 | 7 Donna Ln | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| BAY SHORE APARTMENTS | Two Bedroom Reno | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Brook Hollow | The Edgewood | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.79 |
| 198 Wolcott St, Unit 2 | 198 Wolcott St | 4BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| 81 Main Street Anx, Unit 2 | 81 Main Street Anx | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 293 Foxon Rd | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Tivoli Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 24 Shelter St, Unit 2 | 24 Shelter St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Haven Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Haven?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Haven is at Parkwood Apartments listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Haven Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Haven Apartment is $1,350 at Tivoli Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Haven Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Haven is starting from $1,750 at Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments.
What is the most affordable East Haven Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Haven Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Brook Hollow and starts from $2,063.
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Local Expert's Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT
Written by: M. April Tome
I'm April, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Bridgeport, CT. I have lived in Fairfield County for over thirty years. I decided to downsize and move to a city with more amenities and affordable rental options.

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.

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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.

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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.