
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stratford, CT from $800 (68 Rentals)
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Fully Renovated Modern Apartments

Cedar Heights

2336 Barnum Ave

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430 Wiklund Ave, Unit Second Floor Unit

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535 Wigwam Ln, Unit B in-law apartment

Avon Apartments

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154 Clarence St, Unit 2

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26 Alex St, Unit Apt 3

Palisades Apartments
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145 Cowles St

Crescent Crossing

85 Union Ave

Redstone Apartments

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Pembroke Commons

25 St Stephen St

1150 Ogden St Ext

1024-1026-1026 Noble Ave

158 Park St

687 Hallett St
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217 Hollister Ave

748 Arctic St

1057 E Main St

The Shelton Grove

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Avanti

Forest Hills Milford

131 Naugatuck Ave

34 Park St

229 Helen St

744 Boston Ave
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240 William St

1873 Stratford Ave

784 Hallett St

326 Wilmot Ave

2078 Seaview Ave

114 State St

1840 Barnum Ave

125 Granfield Ave

Oasis

The Ridge at Sawmill
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295 Shelton St

4 Knoll Ave

142 Cowles St

532 Carroll Ave

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96 Read St, Unit 2nd FL

Soundview apartments

1145 Ogden St Ext

180 5th St

422 Lafayette St

81 White St
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Stratford, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stratford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Stratford Studio Apartments | $1,890 | $950 | $2,900 |
| Cheap Stratford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,269 | $1,300 | $3,269 |
| Cheap Stratford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,769 | $1,499 | $3,956 |
| Cheap Stratford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,462 | $1,750 | $4,647 |
| Cheap Stratford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,550 | $2,000 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available Stratford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stratford, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Redstone Apartments in the Lower East End neighborhood priced from $1,396. Pembroke Commons in the Enterprise Zone neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,396. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stratford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redstone Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,396 |
| Pembroke Commons | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,396 |
| Fully Renovated Modern Apartments | Studio SW/SP | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| The Shelton Grove | 0 Bedroom(s) and 1 Bathroom(s) | Studio,1BA | $1,592 |
| The Ridge at Sawmill | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| Oasis | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stratford, CT
As of January 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stratford area is the $1.13 price per square foot 535 Wigwam Ln Model at 535 Wigwam Ln, Unit B in-law apartment in the in the Nichols neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Stratford apartment is the 430 Wiklund Ave Model at 430 Wiklund Ave, Unit Second Floor Unit starting at $1,795 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the Trumbull Center neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stratford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 535 Wigwam Ln, Unit B in-law apartment | 535 Wigwam Ln | 2BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| 430 Wiklund Ave, Unit Second Floor Unit | 430 Wiklund Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 245 jane st, Unit 3 | 245 jane st | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 260 Sheridan St, Unit 2nd | 260 Sheridan St | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1516 Pembroke St, Unit 2R | 1516 Pembroke St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 1518 Pembroke St, Unit 2L | 1518 Pembroke St | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Sandstone Apartments | 2 BR | 2BR,1BA | $2.10 |
| 28 Bowe Ave, Unit 28 Bowe | 28 Bowe Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 26 Alex St, Unit Apt 3 | 26 Alex St | Studio ,1BA | $1.86 |
| Pembroke Commons | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stratford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Stratford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Stratford is at Fully Renovated Modern Apartments listed at $1,575.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stratford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stratford Apartment is $1,396 at Redstone Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Stratford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Stratford is starting from $1,885 at Pembroke Commons.
What is the most affordable Stratford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Stratford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Royce at Trumbull and starts from $3,260.
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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Bob Mallory
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