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165 McKinley Ave

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Fairfield?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Fairfield Studio Apartments | $2,280 | $650 | $5,162 |
Fairfield 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,532 | $950 | $6,488 |
Fairfield 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,606 | $1,250 | $10,000+ |
Fairfield 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,403 | $1,700 | $10,000+ |
Fairfield 4 Bedroom Apartments | $6,312 | $2,500 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Fairfield Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Fairfield, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Cherry Street Lofts in the Bridgeport South End neighborhood priced from $1,138. 21 Davis Avenue in the Black Rock neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,400. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Fairfield apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Cherry Street Lofts | RR-1BR Flat | 1BR,1BA | $1,138 |
21 Davis Avenue | 21 Davis - Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
City Trust Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Brookside Gardens | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
Lynn Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
102 Albion St | 102 Albion | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Cypress Apartments | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $1,855 |
The Siena Building | 2F with DEN | 1BR,1BA | $1,925 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, CT and Nearby
As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $0.90 price per square foot 285 Bronx Ave Model at 285 Bronx Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Lower Long Hill neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the 197 Burnsford Ave Model at 197 Burnsford Ave, Unit 2nd floor starting at $2,400 with a $1.04 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. |
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285 Bronx Ave, Unit 2 | 285 Bronx Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.90 |
197 Burnsford Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 197 Burnsford Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.04 |
181 Sherwood Ave | 181 Sherwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
243 Park Ln, Unit 2 | 243 Park Ln | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
86 Sanford Ave, Unit 1 | 86 Sanford Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.93 |
Canfield Park at Fairfield Metro | A12 | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
The Siena Building | 2F with DEN | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
The Residences at Main | $3.11/sq.ft. - A-01 | 1BR,1BA | $2.93 |
RockRidge Place | Deluxe 1-Bedroom, 1-Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.90 |
City Trust Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.85 |
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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
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- 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 City Trust Apartments listed at $1,400.
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 $1,358 at Cherry Street Lofts.
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