
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Shelton, CT from $900 (23 Rentals)
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Cedar Village at Carroll's

10 Huntington Ave

292 Coram Ave

67 Long Hill Ave
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14 May St

Cedar Village at Minerva Square

14 Lester St

Forest Hills Milford
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21 Elm St

227 Olivia St

102 Trojan Dr
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497 E Main St

114 Balance Rock Rd
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 | $1,876 | $1,185 | $2,999 |
Cheap Shelton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,370 | $1,300 | $4,755 |
Cheap Shelton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,284 | $1,500 | $6,553 |
Cheap Shelton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,478 | $1,900 | $8,025 |
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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. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Derby Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
Central Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Cedar Village at Carroll's | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Forest Hills Milford | 11 - 1 Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
60-62 Hawkins St | 2 x 1 | 2BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Huntington Townhomes | Plumb | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.52 |
Merion Stratford Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.26 |
The Residences at the Kestrel | STYLE A | 2BR,2BA | $2.48 |
85 Jackson St, Unit 2 Fl | 85 Jackson St | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
Trolley Pointe | 1-Bedroom w/Den | Studio ,1BA | $2.61 |
Derby Manor | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
60-62 Hawkins St | 2 x 1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
Merion Riverwalk Apartment Homes | One Bedroom One Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
Central Street Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.91 |
Cedar Village at Carroll's | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.69 |
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Getting Around Shelton, CT
Walk Score®
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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