
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, CT from $500 (42 Rentals)
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46 Lee Ave, Unit 3

269 Laurel Ave

625 Fairfield Ave

Cherry Street Lofts

1610 Iranistan Ave
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179 Lewis St

391 Myrtle Ave

Renaissance Plaza

52 McKinley Ave

City Trust Apartments

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240 Oak St
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465-467-467 Wood Ave

45 Monroe St

677 Fairfield Ave

169 Birdseye St

HSW Bridgeport

225 Golden Hill St
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Studio Apartments | $1,831 | $950 | $4,761 |
| Fairfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,342 | $950 | $6,488 |
| Fairfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,316 | $1,358 | $10,000+ |
| Fairfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,543 | $1,750 | $6,200 |
| Fairfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $12,915 | $2,025 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Fairfield Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 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 $1,074. 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 | $1,074 |
| Renaissance Plaza | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,331 |
| G Main LLC | 2Bd/1BR | 2BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Blackrock Homes Apartments | Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,450 |
| City Trust Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, CT and Nearby
As of October 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $1.85 price per square foot 179 sherwood ave Model at 179 sherwood ave in the in the Bridgeport South End neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the 95 Taft Ave Model at 95 Taft Ave, Unit 99 2nd floor starting at $2,200 with a $1.83 price per square foot in the North End 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 179 sherwood ave | 179 sherwood ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 95 Taft Ave, Unit 99 2nd floor | 95 Taft Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 947 Capitol Ave, Unit 3 | 947 Capitol Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 1175 North Ave, Unit 1175 North Ave 2nd Floor | 1175 North Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 333 State Street | 2-Bed/2-Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| 101 Taft Ave, Unit First Floor | 101 Taft Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.91 |
| 296-298 Federal St, Unit Third floor | 296-298 Federal St | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| 26 Arlington St, Unit 2 | 26 Arlington St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 810 Atlantic St, Unit B5 | 810 Atlantic St | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| Renaissance Plaza | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.84 |
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Getting Around Fairfield, CT
Walk Score®
76 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
1 / 100
Minimal Transit
It may be possible to get on a bus
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,138 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 $1,375 at G Main LLC.
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