
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, CT from $500 (176 Rentals)
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112 Howard St

808 Mill Plain Rd

1000 Knapps Hwy, Unit 27

124 Thorpe St

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Alto Fairfield Metro

720 Knapps Hwy

170 Brookfield Ave

720 Knapps Hwy

528 Black Rock Tpke
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Fairchild Apartments

3509 Redding Rd

111 Judd St

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436 Gregory St

Vine Street Apartments

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44 Lee Ave, Unit 2

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46 Lee Ave, Unit 3

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136 Austin St, Unit 136

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427 Park Ave

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425 Park Ave
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3684 Park Ave

625 Fairfield Ave, Unit 102

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434 Gregory St, Unit 1

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2145 North Ave

35 Beers St

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Renaissance Plaza

2718 Fairfield Ave

HSW Bridgeport

177 State St, Unit 208

86 Pequonnock St
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2068 Main St

2014 Main St

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Lynn Apartments

147 Charles St

1630 Madison Ave

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Coleman Apartments

333 State St

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Brookside Gardens

950 Lindley St

92 Aldine Ave
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159 Charles St

404 Charles St

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Cypress Apartments

764 Ellsworth St

1036 Maplewood Ave

358 Park Ave

1004 Hancock Ave

70 McKinley Ave

45 Stevens St

64 McKinley Ave
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Fairfield, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfield?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Fairfield Studio Apartments | $1,896 | $950 | $3,232 |
| Cheap Fairfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,140 | $850 | $5,291 |
| Cheap Fairfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,268 | $1,603 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Fairfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,603 | $1,800 | $5,500 |
| Cheap Fairfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $7,708 | $1,800 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Fairfield Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfield, CT is a Studio unit found at Vine Street Apartments in the Downtown Bridgeport neighborhood priced from $900. Cherry Street Lofts in the Bridgeport South End neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfield apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vine Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Cherry Street Lofts | RR-Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| 1071 Iranistan Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, CT
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $1.03 price per square foot 506 Merritt St Model at 506 Merritt St, Unit 2 in the in the Lower Long Hill neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the 583 Jefferson St Model at 583 Jefferson St, Unit 583 Jefferson street 1st floor starting at $3,800 with a $1.90 price per square foot in the Lower Long Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfield apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 506 Merritt St, Unit 2 | 506 Merritt St | 3BR,1BA | $1.03 |
| 583 Jefferson St, Unit 583 Jefferson street 1st floor | 583 Jefferson St | 4BR,2BA | $1.90 |
| 120 Cleveland Ave, Unit 2nd & 3rd Floor Apartment | 120 Cleveland Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| 181 Sherwood Ave | 181 Sherwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 179 sherwood ave | 179 sherwood ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 44 Lee Ave, Unit 2 | 44 Lee Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
| Coleman Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $2.11 |
| Renaissance Plaza | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
| 1071 Iranistan Ave | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.58 |
| Cherry Street Lofts | RR-Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.36 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Fairfield Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Fairfield?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Fairfield is at Vine Street Apartments listed at $900.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfield Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Fairfield Apartment is $1,070 at Cherry Street Lofts.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Fairfield Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Fairfield is starting from $1,502 at Cherry Street Lofts.
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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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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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