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property at 385 Park Ave

385 Park Ave

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property at 1610 Iranistan Ave

1610 Iranistan Ave

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property at 240 Oak St

240 Oak St

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property at 52 McKinley Ave

52 McKinley Ave

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property at 240 Oak St

240 Oak St

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property at 1350 Brooklawn Ave

1350 Brooklawn Ave

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property at 240 Oak St

240 Oak St

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property at 142 Center St

142 Center St

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property at 191 Oak St

191 Oak St

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property at 2068 Main St

2068 Main St

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property at 2014 Main St

2014 Main St

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property at 335 Wells St

335 Wells St

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property at 159 Charles St

159 Charles St

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 335 Wells St

335 Wells St

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property at 191 Oak St

191 Oak St

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property at 129 Black Rock Ave

129 Black Rock Ave

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property at 677 Fairfield Ave

677 Fairfield Ave

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property at 129 Black Rock Ave

129 Black Rock Ave

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property at 86 Pequonnock St

86 Pequonnock St

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property at 129 Black Rock Ave

129 Black Rock Ave

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Local Expert's Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT

Learn about Bridgeport and the best neighorhoods to rent with original content written by our Local Expert Staff Writer

property at 64 McKinley Ave

64 McKinley Ave

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property at 86 Pequonnock St

86 Pequonnock St

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property at 86 Pequonnock St

86 Pequonnock St

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property at 517 Colorado Ave

517 Colorado Ave

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property at 25 Cartright St

25 Cartright St

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property at 335 Wells St

335 Wells St

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property at 112 Howard St

112 Howard St

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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property at 80 Cartright St

80 Cartright St

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property at 2600 Park Ave

2600 Park Ave

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property at 3900 Park Ave

3900 Park Ave

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property at 2625 Park Ave

2625 Park Ave

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property at 3200 Madison Ave

3200 Madison Ave

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property at 317 Madison Ave

317 Madison Ave

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property at 315 Maplewood Ave

315 Maplewood Ave

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property at 2336 Main St

2336 Main St

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property at 303 Poplar St

303 Poplar St

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property at 48 Park Terrace

48 Park Terrace

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Fairfield, CT Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Vine Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$900
Cherry Street LoftsRR-StudioStudio,1BA$1,025
Renaissance PlazaA11BR,1BA$1,331
Brookside GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,510
G Main LLC2Bd/1BR2BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, CT

As of December 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Fairfield area is the $1.21 price per square foot 317 Alexander Ave Model at 317 Alexander Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Lower Long Hill neighborhood starting from $2,950. The second greatest value Fairfield apartment is the 96 Seaview Ter Model at 96 Seaview Ter, Unit 2 starting at $2,650 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Black Rock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Fairfield apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
317 Alexander Ave, Unit 2317 Alexander Ave3BR,1BA$1.21
96 Seaview Ter, Unit 296 Seaview Ter3BR,1BA$1.79
55 Eaton St, Unit 55 Eaton Street 2nd floor55 Eaton St2BR,1BA$1.42
179 sherwood ave179 sherwood ave3BR,1BA$1.85
947 Capitol Ave, Unit 3947 Capitol Ave2BR,1BA$1.24
333 State Street2-Bed/2-Bath2BR,2BA$1.73
56 Park Ter, Unit 2nd Floor56 Park Ter3BR,1BA$1.64
174 Orland St, Unit Room for rent174 Orland StStudio ,1BA$1.00
810 Atlantic St, Unit B5810 Atlantic St1BR,1BA$1.66
Renaissance PlazaA11BR,1BA$1.84

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Fairfield

What type of rentals are currently available in Fairfield?

There are currently 425 Apartments for Rent in Fairfield, CT with pricing that ranges from $900 to $85,000. There are also 197 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Fairfield ranging from $700 to $39,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Fairfield?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Fairfield ranges from $700 to $39,000 with an average monthly rent of $7,797.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Fairfield?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Fairfield range from $1,800 to $7,013, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,900 to $15,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,800 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,400.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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Local Experts 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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!