Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shelton, CT from $900 (23 Rentals)

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property at 292 Coram Ave

292 Coram Ave

SheltonCT06484
property at 67 Long Hill Ave

67 Long Hill Ave

SheltonCT06484
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Riverwalk Place
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Riverwalk Place

356 Howe AveShelton, CT 06484
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Vista Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Vista Apartments

11 Leavenworth RdShelton, CT 06484
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Franklin Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Franklin Apartments

45-51 Derby AveDerby, CT 06418
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property at 227 Olivia St

227 Olivia St

DerbyCT06418

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497 E Main St

AnsoniaCT06401
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60-62 Hawkins St
2 Bedroom Apartments

60-62 Hawkins St

60-62 Hawkins StDerby, CT 06418
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Shelton, CT Local Guide

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. Central Street Apartments in the Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Derby ManorStudioStudio,1BA$1,185
Central Street ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Cedar Village at Carroll'sStudioStudio,1BA$1,400
Forest Hills Milford11 - 1 Bed, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,600
60-62 Hawkins St2 x 12BR,1BA$1,600

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelton, CT

As of June 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shelton area is the $2.52 price per square foot Plumb Model at Huntington Townhomes in the in the Trumbull Center neighborhood starting from $3,278. The second greatest value Shelton apartment is the Two Bedroom Two Bath Model at Merion Stratford Apartment Homes starting at $2,741 with a $2.26 price per square foot in the Trumbull Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Shelton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Huntington TownhomesPlumb2BR,2.5BA$2.52
Merion Stratford Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.26
The Residences at the KestrelSTYLE A2BR,2BA$2.48
85 Jackson St, Unit 2 Fl85 Jackson St2BR,1BA$1.75
Trolley Pointe1-Bedroom w/DenStudio ,1BA$2.61
Derby ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.94
60-62 Hawkins St2 x 12BR,1BA$1.88
Merion Riverwalk Apartment HomesOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.32
Central Street ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.91
Cedar Village at Carroll'sStudioStudio ,1BA$2.69

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Getting Around Shelton, CT

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44 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

26 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 $1,355 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 $1,600 at 60-62 Hawkins St.

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 $4,664.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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