
Cheap Apartments for Rent in East Haven, CT from $1,250 (89 Rentals)
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Tivoli Gardens

422 Main St, Unit 422 Main St #3 East Haven

129 Main St

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129 Main St, Unit B

129 Main St, Unit B

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Encore 99

85 Cosey Beach Rd, Unit 1

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Short Beach

214 Kimberly Ave
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510 Main

422 Main St

Autumn Ridge

330 Short Beach Rd

The Tyler (A 55+ Community)

Sunfield Apartments

293 Foxon Rd

BAY SHORE APARTMENTS

75 Redwood Dr
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12 Cedar Ct

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Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments

52 Farren Ave

30 Rowe St

1397-1399 State St

118 Cedar Hill Ave

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1268 Quinnipiac Ave, Unit 3

245 Ferry St

156 Wolcott St

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220 Glen Haven Rd, Unit D
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36 Exchange St, Unit #1

220 Glen Haven Rd, Unit D

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357 Poplar St, Unit 2nd floor

357 Poplar St

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Brook Hollow

1399 State St

101 Woolsey St

380 Blatchley Ave

43 Farren Ave

1268 Quinnipiac Ave
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118 Fulton St, Unit 118

483 Ferry St

10 Rowe St

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10 Rowe St, Unit Hector Maldonado

39 Chatham St

39 Houston St

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Branford Hills Apartments

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22 Judith Ter, Unit 1

1160 Townsend Ave

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405 Blatchley Ave, Unit 1st Floor
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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 | $1,433 | $1,250 | $1,800 |
| Cheap East Haven 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,817 | $1,350 | $2,415 |
| Cheap East Haven 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,092 | $1,499 | $2,935 |
| Cheap East Haven 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,414 | $1,325 | $4,950 |
| Cheap East Haven 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,897 | $1,950 | $9,733 |
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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 | $1,405 |
| Brook Hollow | The Grove | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| Evergreen Court | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Tyler (A 55+ Community) | 1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,620 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Haven, CT
As of September 10, 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 45 Ley St Model at 45 Ley St, Unit #1 starting at $2,500 with a $1.79 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmview Estates | Home | 6BR,4.5BA | $1.46 |
| 45 Ley St, Unit #1 | 45 Ley St | 3BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 7 Donna Ln, Unit 7 | 7 Donna Ln | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| 10 Rowe St, Unit Hector Maldonado | 10 Rowe St | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 22 Judith Ter, Unit 1 | 22 Judith Ter | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Summit Place | One Bedroom Flex | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| BAY SHORE APARTMENTS | One Bedroom Reno | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Tivoli Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 357 Poplar St, Unit 2nd floor | 357 Poplar St | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| Parkwood Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
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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.

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