
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Ellington, CT from $600 (48 Rentals)
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Meadowbrook Apartments

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Stonebridge

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Johnny Appleseed Apartments

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Pinney Brook

Cornfield Apartments

Pinney Hill

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Springville Mill

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Mount Vernon Apartments
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84 W Main St

752 Main St

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30 Spring St, Unit Down, Unit Down

Stoneledge Villa

Vernon Pines Apartments

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Ledgecrest Apartments

4 Willington Ave, Unit 5

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7 Fern St, Unit 7, Unit 7

9 Park St
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Highland Apartments

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Sleeping Giant Apartments

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19 Thompson St, Unit C, Unit C

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Northgate/Southgate

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The Mansions at Hockanum Crossing

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655 Talcottville Rd, Unit 15, Unit 15

268 Hartford Turnpike

23 Ward St

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Vernon Gardens
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Woodbrook Townhomes

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168 E Main St, Unit 1, Unit 1

Shamrock West

40 West St

88 West St

Windermere

27 South St

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33 South St

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177 Homestead St

Countrywood At Vernon

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28 Garden Dr
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268 Hartford Turnpike

949 Pleasant Valley Rd

189 Melrose Rd
Ellington, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Ellington?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellington Studio Apartments | $1,646 | $1,250 | $1,844 |
| Ellington 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,815 | $1,000 | $3,000 |
| Ellington 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,199 | $1,300 | $3,700 |
| Ellington 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,996 | $1,600 | $2,550 |
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Cheapest Available Ellington Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ellington, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Meadowbrook Apartments in the Ellington Somers Stafford Union neighborhood priced from $1,200. Vernon Pines Apartments in the Ellington Somers Stafford Union neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ellington apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Meadowbrook Apartments | 1 Bed Small | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Vernon Pines Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Ledgecrest Apartments | 1x1 575 | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| Stonebridge | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Highland Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Countrywood At Vernon | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| Sleeping Giant Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ellington, CT and Nearby
As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Ellington area is the $1.31 price per square foot 168 E Main St Model at 168 E Main St, Unit 1 in the in the Mansfield Tolland Willington neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Ellington apartment is the 655 Talcottville Rd Model at 655 Talcottville Rd, Unit 15 starting at $1,550 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Ellington Somers Stafford Union neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Ellington apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 168 E Main St, Unit 1 | 168 E Main St | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| 655 Talcottville Rd, Unit 15 | 655 Talcottville Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| 7 Fern St, Unit 7 | 7 Fern St | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Sleeping Giant Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.56 |
| Highland Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 19 Thompson St, Unit C | 19 Thompson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Vernon Gardens | 1 BD Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Vernon Pines Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| Westar Apartments | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 84 W Main St | 84 W Main St | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Ellington Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Ellington Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Ellington Apartment is $1,200 at Meadowbrook Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Ellington Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Ellington is starting from $1,500 at Sleeping Giant Apartments.
What is the most affordable Ellington Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Ellington Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Ledgecrest Apartments and starts from $1,700.
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