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81 Springdale Ave

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Meriden, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Meriden?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Meriden 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,006 | $1,250 | $3,250 |
Meriden 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,515 | $2,000 | $4,400 |
Meriden 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,140 | $2,300 | $4,000 |
Meriden 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,450 | $2,900 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Meriden Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Meriden, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at The Kennedy Building in the Meriden Wallingford neighborhood priced from $1,055. Meriden Commons in the Southington Berlin neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,081. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Meriden apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Kennedy Building | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,055 |
Meriden Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,081 |
Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meriden, CT
As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Meriden area is the $1.27 price per square foot Two bed Townhouse Model at 250 Kensington Ave in the in the Southington Berlin neighborhood starting from $1,775. The second greatest value Meriden apartment is the 19 Cambridge St Model at 19 Cambridge St, Unit 3 starting at $1,700 with a $1.55 price per square foot in the Southington Berlin neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Meriden apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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250 Kensington Ave | Two bed Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
19 Cambridge St, Unit 3 | 19 Cambridge St | 2BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Merritt Station Apartments | 2/1-FL-Oak | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
The Kennedy Building | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.32 |
Britannia Commons | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
Meriden Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
The Arlo | Adams | Studio ,1BA | $2.80 |
Flats at 390 | Furnished 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.86 |
275 Research Pkwy - Encore Apartments | Encore Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $3.33 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Meriden
What type of rentals are currently available in Meriden?
There are currently 138 Apartments for Rent in Meriden, CT with pricing that ranges from $925 to $3,000. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Meriden ranging from $1,000 to $10,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Meriden?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Meriden ranges from $1,000 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,120.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Meriden?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Meriden range from $1,900 to $2,250, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $4,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,400.
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