Cheap Homes for Rent in Meriden, CT from $700 (7 Rentals)

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property at 682 Old Colony Rd

$750

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682 Old Colony Rd

MeridenCT06451
property at 135 Burgundy Hill Ln

$1,249

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$1,249

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135 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457

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property at 20 Burgundy Hill Ln

$1,299

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20 Burgundy Hill Ln

MiddletownCT06457
property at 166 Gravel St

$1,332 - $1,364

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166 Gravel St

MeridenCT06450
property at 5 Colony St

$1,350

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5 Colony St

MeridenCT06451

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Meriden, CT Local Guide

Cheapest Available Meriden Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Meriden, CT is a 2 Beds unit found at Charles Street Place Apartments in the Meriden Wallingford neighborhood priced from $1,275. Encore in the Meriden Wallingford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Meriden apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Charles Street Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,275
EncoreEncore ApartmentsStudio,1BA$1,300
Flats at 3901 Bedroom - Standard1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Meriden, CT

As of July 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Westfield GlenTwo Bedroom2BR,2.5BA$1.47
250 Kensington AveTwo bed Townhouse2BR,1BA$1.28
58 Warren St, Unit 1st floor58 Warren St2BR,1BA$1.74
115 Britannia St, Unit Floor 3115 Britannia St3BR,1BA$1.70
Merritt Station Apartments2/1-FL-Paredim W/D2BR,2BA$2.15
Arbor Park ITwo Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$2.21
Charles Street Place ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.36
Victoria TowersOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.68
Robin Hill Apartments2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2.32
Britannia Commons1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.20

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Meriden, CT
Population: 59,540

Ranked #637

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Meriden

What type of rentals are currently available in Meriden?

There are currently 160 Apartments for Rent in Meriden, CT with pricing that ranges from $768 to $2,875. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Meriden ranging from $750 to $6,000.

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 $750 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,645.

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 $1,395 to $2,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,500 to $3,400. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,100.

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