
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shelton, CT from $900 (29 Rentals)
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45 White St

502 on Howe

Cedar Village at Carroll's

219 Division Ave

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306 Buddington Rd

539 Howe Ave
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68 Maltby St

Bridge Street Commons

Riverwalk Place

River Breeze Residential

549 Howe Ave

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Cedar Village at Minerva Square

28 Smith St

85 High St

253 Olivia St

14 Richard St

Forest Hills Milford

13 Crescent St
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50 Holbrook St

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30 Bungay Rd

158 Main St

60-62 Hawkins St
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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 | $1,788 | $1,100 | $2,150 |
| Cheap Shelton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,172 | $1,295 | $3,269 |
| Cheap Shelton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,874 | $1,550 | $4,038 |
| Cheap Shelton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,224 | $1,875 | $4,722 |
| Cheap Shelton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,566 | $2,200 | $2,900 |
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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. Central Street Apartments in the Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia 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 Shelton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Derby Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Central Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Cedar Village at Minerva Square | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,420 |
| Cedar Village at Carroll's | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,455 |
| Trolley Pointe | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| The Shelton Grove | Willow | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
| Clocktower of Shelton | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelton, CT
As of March 09, 2026 the best value apartment in the Shelton area is the $2.49 price per square foot 43 - 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Den Model at Forest Hills Milford in the in the Putney neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Shelton apartment is the 464 Howe Ave Model at 464 Howe Ave, Unit 3B starting at $1,800 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forest Hills Milford | 43 - 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Den | 2BR,2BA | $2.49 |
| 464 Howe Ave, Unit 3B | 464 Howe Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Derby Manor | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| Merion Stratford Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
| The Residences at the Kestrel | STYLE F | 1BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| Trolley Pointe | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio ,1BA | $2.44 |
| Clocktower of Shelton | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $2.88 |
| Central Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.98 |
| Cedar Village at Minerva Square | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.46 |
| 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 Central Street Apartments listed at $1,300.
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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