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60 Center St

222 E Main St

127 Burgundy Hill Ln

70 Center St

242 N Main St
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27 Railroad Ave

5 Colony St

46 N Cherry St

25 Geneva Ave, Unit 3

176 Burgundy Hill Ln

12 Liberty St
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161 Burgundy Hill Ln
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Meriden?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Meriden 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,202 | $1,700 | $3,400 |
| Meriden 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,580 | $1,800 | $4,500 |
| Meriden 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,350 | $2,350 | $2,350 |
| Meriden 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,200 | $2,200 | $2,200 |
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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 $1,155. 1079 Broad St in the Southington Berlin neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Meriden apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kennedy Building | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| 1079 Broad St | 1079 Broad St., Unit 3N | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| 275 Research Pkwy - Encore Apartments | Encore Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Flats at 390 | 1 Bedroom - Standard | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meriden, CT
As of April 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Meriden area is the $1.47 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Westfield Glen in the in the Southington Berlin neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Meriden apartment is the Two bed Townhouse Model at 250 Kensington Ave starting at $1,795 with a $1.28 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Westfield Glen | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.47 |
| 250 Kensington Ave | Two bed Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Pomeroy Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| 115 Britannia St, Unit Floor 2 | 115 Britannia St | 3BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Arbor Park I | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.21 |
| Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Victoria Towers | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Kennedy Building | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Meriden Place | One Bed 1.3 | 1BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| 1079 Broad St | 1079 Broad St., Unit 3N | Studio ,1BA | $2.82 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Meriden?
There are currently 155 Apartments for Rent in Meriden, CT with pricing that ranges from $768 to $3,400. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Meriden ranging from $1,250 to $4,500.
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 $1,250 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,120.
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 $1,595 to $2,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,800 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,350 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.
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