Cheap Homes for Rent in Shelton, CT from $1,750 (9 Rentals)

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property at 4754 Madison Ave

$1,750

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$1,750

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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4754 Madison Ave

TrumbullCT06611
property at 23 Rufus St

$1,880

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Rentals

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23 Rufus St
AnsoniaCT06401

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property at 418 Howe Ave

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

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418 Howe Ave

SheltonCT06484
property at 22 Dwight St

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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22 Dwight St

AnsoniaCT06401
property at 56 Wakelee Ave

$2,000

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$2,000

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$2,000

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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56 Wakelee Ave

SheltonCT06484
property at 13 Santangelo Terrace

$2,000

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$2,000

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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property at 120 Heather Rdg

$2,100

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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120 Heather Rdg, Unit 120

120 Heather Rdg
SheltonCT06484

Shelton, CT Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Derby ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,295
Cedar Village at Minerva SquareStudioStudio,1BA$1,475
The Shelton GroveWillowStudio,1BA$1,657

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelton, CT

As of August 29, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Huntington TownhomesCranberry3BR,2BA$2.84
Forest Hills Milford43 - 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 1 Den2BR,2BA$2.67
Cedar Village at Carroll's2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$2.02
Merion Stratford Apartment HomesOne Bedroom One Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.64
Derby ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.94
113 Canal St W2 bedroom 1 bath2BR,1BA$2.97
Residences at the Kestrel1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.76
156 Hill St, Unit first floor156 Hill St2BR,1BA$2.53
The Shelton GroveWillowStudio ,1BA$2.47
Cedar Village at Minerva SquareStudioStudio ,1BA$2.56

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelton

What type of rentals are currently available in Shelton?

There are currently 123 Apartments for Rent in Shelton, CT with pricing that ranges from $1,295 to $4,200. There are also 48 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shelton ranging from $1,750 to $6,600.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Shelton?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Shelton ranges from $1,750 to $6,600 with an average monthly rent of $3,377.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Shelton?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Shelton range from $2,000 to $4,118, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,100.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Local Expert's Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT

Written by: M. April Tome

I'm April, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Bridgeport, CT. I have lived in Fairfield County for over thirty years. I decided to downsize and move to a city with more amenities and affordable rental options.

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

Written by: Robin Stewart

The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.