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property at 14 May St

14 May St

AnsoniaCT06401
property at 497 E Main St

497 E Main St

AnsoniaCT06401
property at 49 6th St

49 6th St

DerbyCT06418
property at 253 Olivia St

253 Olivia St

DerbyCT06418

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property at 49 6th St

49 6th St

DerbyCT06418
property at 56 Wakelee Ave

56 Wakelee Ave

SheltonCT06484
property at 70 Heather Ridge

70 Heather Ridge

SheltonCT06484
property at 56 Wakelee Ave

56 Wakelee Ave, Unit 26

56 Wakelee Ave
SheltonCT06484

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property at 95 Tomlinson Rd

95 Tomlinson Rd

SeymourCT06483
property at 15 Indian Hill Ln

15 Indian Hill Ln

NewtownCT06482
property at 47 Soundview Ave

47 Soundview Ave

SheltonCT06484

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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 Avanti in the Trumbull Center neighborhood priced from $1,155. Derby Manor in the Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,355. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Shelton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
AvantiStudioStudio,1BA$1,155
Derby ManorOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,355
Cedar Village at Carroll'sStudioStudio,1BA$1,455
The Shelton Grove0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s)Studio,1BA$1,650
Trolley PointeStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Shelton, CT

As of November 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Shelton area is the $2.74 price per square foot Grand Newport Model at Muse Milford in the in the Putney neighborhood starting from $3,770. The second greatest value Shelton apartment is the 11 Bluff St Model at 11 Bluff St, Unit 11 starting at $2,000 with a $1.49 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Muse MilfordGrand Newport3BR,2BA$2.74
11 Bluff St, Unit 1111 Bluff St3BR,1.5BA$1.49
Merion Stratford Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom Two Bath2BR,2BA$2.31
Merion Riverwalk Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom Two Bathroom2BR,2BA$2.23
9 11th St, Unit 1st Floor9 11th St2BR,1BA$1.81
11 Hawkins St, Unit Apt #C11 Hawkins St2BR,1BA$2.00
Derby ManorTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.94
464 Howe Ave, Unit 3A464 Howe Ave1BR,1BA$2.57
Trolley PointeStudio, 1 BathroomStudio ,1BA$2.44
AvantiStudioStudio ,1BA$2.10

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Frequently Asked Questions about Shelton

What type of rentals are currently available in Shelton?

There are currently 104 Apartments for Rent in Shelton, CT with pricing that ranges from $925 to $5,742. There are also 50 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Shelton ranging from $1,300 to $6,500.

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 $1,300 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,016.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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 Experts 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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.