
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Hamden, CT from $700 (143 Rentals)
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Warner Village Rental Community

Dogwood Hill Apartments

Hamden Centre

Broadmoor

Jefferson Arms Apartments

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25 Gorham Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

1901 Dixwell Ave

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Lakewood Apartments

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1240 Whitney Ave, Unit C, Unit C
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1166 Dixwell Ave, Unit #1166, Unit #1166

1887 State St

1217 Whitney Ave

Seramonte Estates

Sutton Views

Madison Manor Apartments

Lakeshore Apartments

322 Edgewood Ave, Unit 322 Edgewood Av

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30 Compton St, Unit 2, Unit 2

322 Edgewood Ave, Unit 322 Edgewood Av
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14 Goodyear St

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170 Sherman Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

250 Greene St

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Olive & Wooster

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501 Blatchley Ave, Unit 1A, Unit 1A

37 Hotchkiss St

1476 Chapel

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279 Winthrop Ave, Unit 3D, Unit 3D

120 Dwight Street Apartments

179 Elm St
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560 Prospect St, Unit B5, Unit B5

1499 Ella T Grasso Blvd, Unit B5

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1400 Ella T Grasso Blvd

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Brook Hollow

57 Maltby St

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84 Elizabeth St, Unit 3, Unit 3

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206 Sherman Ave, Unit B1, Unit B1

66 Trumbull St

768 State St

1397-1399 State St
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402 Crown St

71-73 Whitney Ave

342 Exchange St

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159 Orange St, Unit 2FL, Unit 2FL

280 Bassett St

1562 Chapel St

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390 Ellsworth Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

74 Pearl St

1079 Ella T Grasso Blvd

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24 Shelter St, Unit 2, Unit 2
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Hamden, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hamden?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Hamden Studio Apartments | $2,159 | $1,075 | $2,897 |
| Cheap Hamden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,425 | $800 | $4,003 |
| Cheap Hamden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,868 | $1,245 | $6,455 |
| Cheap Hamden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,061 | $900 | $7,731 |
| Cheap Hamden 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,996 | $1,208 | $6,470 |
| Hamden 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,238 | $2,300 | $6,695 |
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Cheapest Available Hamden Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Hamden, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Rock Townhomes Student Living in the West Rock neighborhood priced from $880. Olive & Wooster in the Long Wharf neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,208. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Hamden apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Rock Townhomes Student Living | Lease Unit B - Your Private Bedroom Oasis | 1BR,1BA | $880 |
| Olive & Wooster | D2 Co-Living | 4BR,4BA | $1,208 |
| 1476 Chapel | 204 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Seabury Cooperative | One Bed One Bath (SE1a) | 1BR,1BA | $1,321 |
| Warner Village Rental Community | Small 1BR/1BA top floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Sutton Views | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamden, CT
As of May 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hamden area is the $1.05 price per square foot 879 Elm St Model at 879 Elm St, Unit First Floor in the in the Long Wharf neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Hamden apartment is the 70 Peck St Model at 70 Peck St, Unit 120 starting at $2,450 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Long Wharf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 879 Elm St, Unit First Floor | 879 Elm St | 3BR,1BA | $1.05 |
| 70 Peck St, Unit 120 | 70 Peck St | 3BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| 25 Gorham Ave, Unit 1 | 25 Gorham Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 312 Huntington St, Unit 3 | 312 Huntington St | 3BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 30 Compton St, Unit 2 | 30 Compton St | 3BR,1BA | $0.82 |
| Rockview | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 24 Westwood Rd, Unit 24 Westwood | 24 Westwood Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 39 Shepard St, Unit First Floor | 39 Shepard St | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 1166 Dixwell Ave, Unit #1166 | 1166 Dixwell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 165 Park Street | 165 Park Street 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hamden Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hamden?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hamden is at Sutton Views listed at $1,350.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Hamden Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Hamden Apartment is $880 at Pine Rock Townhomes Student Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hamden Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hamden is starting from $1,430 at Rockview.
What is the most affordable Hamden Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hamden Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1476 Chapel and starts from $1,400.
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Local Experts Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT
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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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