
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stamford, CT from $600 (113 Rentals)
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Augustana Homes Glenbrook (A 55+ Community)

Bayview Towers

106 Lafayette St

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16 Konandreas Dr

53 Prospect St, Unit 611, Unit 611

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Residences on Bedford

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Spruce Heights

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The Wescott Apartments

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124 Shippan Avenue Ext, Unit 2, Unit 2
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124 Shippan Ave

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Hoyt Bedford Apartments

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110 Shippan Avenue Ext

49 Woodside St

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The Stanley

41 Taff Ave

7 4th St

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Park Square West

Canterbury Green

22 Treat Ave
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The One Atlantic

Southwood Square

15 Rose St

31 Oenoke Pl

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Arrive Stamford

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Prospect Park

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The Lafayette Stamford

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TGM Anchor Point

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121 Towne Apartments

504 Glenbrook
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12 Houston Terrace

The Parc at Glenbrook

Sofi At 50 Forest

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Summer House

Stamford Urby

Village at Stamford

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The Hazel Stamford

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Atlantic Station

14 Relay Pl

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The Key at Yale and Towne

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Sofi Parc Grove

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Metro Green Terrace

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101 Park Place at Harbor Point

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Beacon Harbor Point

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Vela on the Park

123 W Broad St, Unit 2

41 Young Dixon Way

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Harbor Landing

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The Asher
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Stamford, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stamford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Stamford Studio Apartments | $2,517 | $1,400 | $3,635 |
| Cheap Stamford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,108 | $1,475 | $6,580 |
| Cheap Stamford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,868 | $2,031 | $8,900 |
| Cheap Stamford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,056 | $2,346 | $10,000+ |
| Cheap Stamford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,789 | $2,617 | $5,000 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Stamford, CT
Pricing Updated: 04/29/2026Current apartment rentals in the Stamford, CT area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Stamford Apartments for rent:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Side Stamford | $3,600 | $1,700 | 38 |
| The Cove | $5,000 | $2,300 | 8 |
Cheapest Available Stamford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stamford, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Augustana Homes Glenbrook (A 55+ Community) in the Shippan neighborhood priced from $1,475. Bayview Towers in the Shippan Point neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,692. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stamford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Augustana Homes Glenbrook (A 55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,475 |
| Bayview Towers | 1 - Bedroom Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,692 |
| Residences on Bedford | Newfield | Studio,1BA | $1,822 |
| Spruce Heights | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,833 |
| The Stanley | Studio with Sleeping Nook | Studio,1BA | $1,905 |
| Canterbury Green | S04 | Studio,1BA | $2,090 |
| Hoyt Bedford Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Classic | 1BR,1BA | $2,180 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stamford, CT
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stamford area is the $1.70 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse Model at Southwood Square in the in the Shippan Point neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Stamford apartment is the 25 Melrose Pl Model at 25 Melrose Pl, Unit 1F starting at $3,500 with a $2.80 price per square foot in the Shippan Point neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stamford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Southwood Square | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| 25 Melrose Pl, Unit 1F | 25 Melrose Pl | 3BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| The Wescott Apartments | Jamison | 2BR,2BA | $2.98 |
| Bayview Towers | 3-Bedroom Income Resitrctions Apply | 3BR,1BA | $2.23 |
| Village at Stamford | The Hickory | 2BR,2BA | $3.04 |
| 110 Shippan Avenue Ext | 110 Shippan Avenue Ext | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Hoyt Bedford Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $3.09 |
| 504 Glenbrook | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.06 |
| Augustana Homes Glenbrook (A 55+ Community) | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| 16 Konandreas Dr | 16 Konandreas Dr | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
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Stamford Overview
Stamford, CT is the headquarters for multiple Fortune 1000 companies. People choose Stamford, CT for their high-end schools, quality of life, and variety of activities. The downtown district features multiple restaurants and a wide variety of entertainment venues. There are extensive housing choices, a large arts community, and many parks.
Why live in Stamford, CT?
Stamford has wonderful options for the single professional and families. One of the traits that stands out about Stamford is that it is a nautical city. This means that parts of Stamford touch the ocean, or tidal bodies of water, such as inlets and bays. This allows locals and visitors alike can go to these areas to enjoy the scenery or the many waterfront activities. It is also home to one of the best collegiate schools in the world, Stanford University.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stamford Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Stamford?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Stamford is under $2,180.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Stamford?
The cheapest apartment in Stamford is Augustana Homes Glenbrook (A 55+ Community) which is listed at $1,475, while the average apartment in Stamford costs $4,300.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Stamford?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 10 regular apartments in Stamford that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Stamford?
Cheap apartments in Stamford have an average cost of $1,057 which is $3,243 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Stamford.
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