
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shelton, CT from $1,295 (58 Rentals)
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Cedar Village at Carroll's

571-573-573 Howe Ave

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Bridge Street Commons

887 Howe Ave

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The Shelton Grove

Cedar Village at the Locks

15 Birch St

The Ridge at Sawmill

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156 Hill St, Unit first floor
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113 Canal St W

Merion Riverwalk Apartment Homes

281 Canal St E

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Avanti

The Renaissance

163-169-169 Coram Ave

146 Prospect Ave

Riverwalk Place

River Breeze Residential

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Bridge Street Commons II

418 Howe Ave

56 Wakelee Ave

115 Maltby St

Clocktower of Shelton

4 Providence Ave

146 Prospect Ave

Derby Manor

Cedar Village at Minerva Square

125 Atwater Ave
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12 Smith St

Forest Hills Milford

227 Olivia St

19 Hawkins St

52 Francis St

111 Hodge Ave, Unit 3 Fl

226-228-228 Seymour Ave

31 Atwater Ave

32 Lester St

46-48-48 10th St
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175 Division St

27 E 9th St

56 Franklin St

1620 N Peters Ln

Residences at the Kestrel

140 New Haven Ave

251 Olivia St

Merion Stratford Apartment Homes

8 Vose St, Unit 2

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Shelton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Shelton Studio Apartments | $1,813 | $1,425 | $2,549 |
| Cheap Shelton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,218 | $1,295 | $2,880 |
| Cheap Shelton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,922 | $1,550 | $4,200 |
| Cheap Shelton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,518 | $2,000 | $3,139 |
| Cheap Shelton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,761 | $2,100 | $3,000 |
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Cheapest Available Shelton Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Shelton, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Derby Manor in the Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia neighborhood priced from $1,295. Cedar Village at Minerva Square in the Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,475. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Derby Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Cedar Village at Minerva Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,475 |
| The Shelton Grove | Willow - BMR | Studio,1BA | $1,657 |
| Cedar Village at the Locks | Studio Red | Studio,1BA | $1,695 |
| 113 Canal St W | 1 bedroom 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,996 |
| Merion Riverwalk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,111 |
| Clocktower of Shelton | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $2,150 |
| Residences at the Kestrel | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
| Trolley Pointe | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelton, CT
As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelton area is the $2.84 price per square foot Cranberry Model at Huntington Townhomes in the in the Nichols neighborhood starting from $3,599. 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntington Townhomes | Cranberry | 3BR,2BA | $2.84 |
| Forest Hills Milford | 43 - 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.67 |
| Cedar Village at Carroll's | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.02 |
| The Ridge at Sawmill | Two Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $2.70 |
| Trolley Pointe | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| Merion Stratford Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.65 |
| Derby Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Residences at the Kestrel | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 156 Hill St, Unit first floor | 156 Hill St | 2BR,1BA | $2.53 |
| Cedar Village at Minerva Square | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.56 |
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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 Cedar Village at Minerva Square listed at $1,475.
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 $1,645 at Derby Manor.
What is the most affordable Shelton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Shelton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Merion Stratford Apartment Homes and starts from $3,139.
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