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210 Prospect Ave
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502 Howe AveShelton, CT 06484
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$1,455 - $1,800
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCedar Village at Carroll's
320 Howe AveShelton, CT 06484
10 Huntington Ave
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The Shelton Grove
1001 Bridgeport AveShelton, CT 06484
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCedar Village at the Locks
281 Canal StShelton, CT 06484
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityThe Ridge at Sawmill
60 Beard Sawmill RdShelton, CT 06484
102 Wooster St
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201 Myrtle St
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For AvailabilityThe Renaissance
100 Parrott DrShelton, CT 06484
105 Howe Ave
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292 Coram Ave
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$2,150 - $2,700
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Clocktower of Shelton
275 Coram RdShelton, CT 06484
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMerion Riverwalk Apartment Homes
185 Canal StShelton, CT 06484
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Riverwalk Place
356 Howe AveShelton, CT 06484
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River Breeze Residential
223 Canal StShelton, CT 06484
70 Center St
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Vista Apartments
11 Leavenworth RdShelton, CT 06484
6 Daybreak Ln
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15 Coral Dr
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117 Heather Ridge
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120 Maltby St
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$1,185 - $1,550
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowDerby Manor
33 Roosevelt DrDerby, CT 06418
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$1,475 - $1,975
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCedar Village at Minerva Square
67-71 Minerva StDerby, CT 06418
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowForest Hills Milford
523 Wheelers Farms RdMilford, CT 06461
20 8th St
DerbyCT06418
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310 Derby Ave, Unit 2 bed room first floor, Unit 2 bed room first floor
310 Derby AveDerby, CT 06418
49 Atwater Ave
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47 Pershing Dr
AnsoniaCT06401
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118-120 New Haven Ave
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38 New Haven Ave
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10-12-12 Bank St
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22 Dwight St
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301 Roosevelt Dr
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30 Hawkins St
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155 -157 Jackson St
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Residences at the Kestrel
336 Roosevelt DrSeymour, CT 06483
146 Division St
AnsoniaCT06401
74 Mt Pleasant St
DerbyCT06418
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Franklin Apartments
45-51 Derby AveDerby, CT 06418
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50 Olivia StDerby, CT 06418
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Central Street Apartments
80 Central StAnsonia, CT 06401
91 4th St
AnsoniaCT06401
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60-62 Hawkins St
60-62 Hawkins StDerby, CT 06418
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Trolley Pointe
90 Main StDerby, CT 06418
11 5th St
AnsoniaCT06401
352 Hotchkiss Rd
OrangeCT06477
75 Balance Rock Rd
SeymourCT06483
4754 Madison Ave
TrumbullCT06611
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Shelton, CT Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Shelton Studio Apartments | $1,888 | $975 | $3,087 |
| Cheap Shelton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,257 | $1,000 | $4,660 |
| Cheap Shelton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,877 | $1,700 | $3,806 |
| Cheap Shelton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,238 | $2,000 | $4,160 |
| Cheap Shelton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,805 | $2,715 | $2,900 |
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Cheapest Available Shelton Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelton, CT is a Studio unit found at Derby Manor in the Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia neighborhood priced from $1,185. Cedar Village at Carroll's in the Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,455. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Derby Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
| Cedar Village at Carroll's | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,455 |
| Cedar Village at Minerva Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| Trolley Pointe | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| Cedar Village at the Locks | Studio Red | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Clocktower of Shelton | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
| The Residences at the Kestrel | STYLE F | 1BR,1BA | $2,150 |
| Merion Riverwalk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,199 |
| The Mark | Fairfield County | Bryce | 1BR,1BA | $2,426 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelton, CT
As of April 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelton area is the $2.74 price per square foot Grand Newport Model at Muse Milford in the in the Putney neighborhood starting from $3,770. The second greatest value Shelton apartment is the 43 - 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Den Model at Forest Hills Milford starting at $3,100 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the Putney neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Muse Milford | Grand Newport | 3BR,2BA | $2.74 |
| Forest Hills Milford | 43 - 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| 146 Division St, Unit 1st FL | 146 Division St | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Bridge Street Commons | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.47 |
| The Residences at the Kestrel | STYLE F | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Merion Riverwalk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.03 |
| Trolley Pointe | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
| Derby Manor | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.82 |
| Cedar Village at Minerva Square | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.56 |
| Cedar Village at Carroll's | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.79 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Shelton Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Shelton?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Shelton is at Derby Manor listed at $1,185.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Shelton Apartment is $1,295 at Derby Manor.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Shelton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Shelton is starting from $2,650 at The Shelton Grove.
What is the most affordable Shelton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shelton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Muse Milford and starts from $3,770.
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Local Experts Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT
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