
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stratford, CT from $800 (77 Rentals)
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1051 South Ave

Fully Renovated Modern Apartments

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The Village

2136 Barnum Ave

Cedar Heights

7 Burritt Ave

143 Boston Ave

143 Boston Ave

143 Boston Ave, Unit 1
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Empire 225

1111 Stratford Ave

1111 Stratford

Avon Apartments

Center Lofts On Main

115 Short Beach Rd

115 Short Beach Rd

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154 Clarence St, Unit 1, Unit 1

Palisades Apartments

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The Milford Grove
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1511 Pembroke St, Unit 1, Unit 1

1511 Pembroke St, Unit 6

Crescent Crossing

Redstone Apartments

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Pembroke Commons

1402 Boston Ave

42 Dean Pl

530 Jane St

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182 Sheridan St, Unit #2, Unit #2

182 Sheridan St
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199 Bradley St

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The Shelton Grove

Forest Hills Milford

1145 Ogden St Ext

744 Boston Ave

42 Dean Pl, Unit A103

1102 E Main St

13 Armstrong Pl

13 Armstrong Pl

142 Cowles St
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463 Logan St

Oasis

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1518 Pembroke St, Unit 2L, Unit 2L

Soundview apartments

The Ridge at Sawmill

358 Park Ave

1057 E Main St

95-97-97 Locust St

378 Bond St

56-58-58 Edwin 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 | $2,207 | $1,000 | $3,425 |
| Cheap Stratford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,596 | $975 | $4,660 |
| Cheap Stratford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,078 | $1,550 | $4,625 |
| Cheap Stratford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,067 | $1,620 | $9,085 |
| Cheap Stratford 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,863 | $2,075 | $3,900 |
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Cheapest Available Stratford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stratford, CT is a Studio unit found at The Milford Grove in the Putney neighborhood priced from $1,159. Redstone Apartments in the Lower East End 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Milford Grove | S1-BMR 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,159 |
| 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 | $1,525 |
| Cedar Heights | Modern Studio Apartment in the Heart of Stratfo... | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stratford, CT
As of April 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stratford area is the $1.57 price per square foot 73 Birdsey St Model at 73 Birdsey St, Unit 73 in the in the Trumbull Center neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Stratford apartment is the 188 6th St Model at 188 6th St starting at $2,200 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Lower East End 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 73 Birdsey St, Unit 73 | 73 Birdsey St | 3BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 188 6th St | 188 6th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 111 Smith St, Unit 1 | 111 Smith St | 3BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 1165 Noble Ave, Unit 1 | 1165 Noble Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 245 jane st | 245 jane st | 3BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 195 Emerald Pl, Unit #2 | 195 Emerald Pl | Studio ,1BA | $1.40 |
| 1518 Pembroke St, Unit 2L | 1518 Pembroke St | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 1511 Pembroke St, Unit 1 | 1511 Pembroke St | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 182 Sheridan St, Unit #2 | 182 Sheridan St | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 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 The Milford Grove listed at $1,159.
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 $2,995.
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Local Experts Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT
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