
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Wallingford, CT from $800 (39 Rentals)
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Parker Place

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Southwind Apartments

125 Ward St

128 S Whittlesey Ave

99 Prince St

45 High St

7-11 Wilcox Ln

Robin Hill Apartments
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53 South Ave, Unit 3

281 Hanover St

525 Crown St, Unit 131

54 North Ave

Charles Street Place Apartments

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Encore

64 S 1st St

The Meriden

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Merritt Station Apartments
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Flats at 520

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Tuscan Villa

27 Harrison St

78 Alcove St

84 Alcove St

49 Long Meadow Dr

682 Old Colony Rd

Crestwood Park II

Hillside Gardens
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Twin Pines Apartments

Arbor Park II

Bradley Estates Phase I Apartments

Maple Hill Apartments

5 Colony St

166 Gravel St

Crestwood Park I

Village Apartments

89-113 Bronson Ave
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75 Washington Ave

1274 E Main St

Meriden East Apartments
Wallingford, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Wallingford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Wallingford Studio Apartments | $1,673 | $1,300 | $2,544 |
| Cheap Wallingford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $1,200 | $2,874 |
| Cheap Wallingford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,170 | $1,275 | $3,424 |
| Cheap Wallingford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,050 | $2,000 | $2,100 |
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Cheapest Available Wallingford Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Wallingford, CT is a 2 Beds unit found at Charles Street Place Apartments in the Meriden Wallingford neighborhood priced from $1,275. Encore in the Meriden Wallingford neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Wallingford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Encore | Encore Apartments | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
| Parker Place | Vintage Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,350 |
| Merritt Station Apartments | 1/1 TH CUE | 1BR,1BA | $1,599 |
| Tuscan Villa | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Flats at 520 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Meriden | One Bed B | 1BR,1BA | $1,699 |
| Southwind Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,720 |
| The Archway | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Wallingford, CT
As of July 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Wallingford area is the $1.54 price per square foot 8 Judd Sq Model at 8 Judd Sq, Unit Apt 3 in the in the Cheshire Crossing neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Wallingford apartment is the 30 Mansfield Dr Model at 30 Mansfield Dr, Unit 902 starting at $2,450 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the Branford neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Wallingford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 8 Judd Sq, Unit Apt 3 | 8 Judd Sq | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| 30 Mansfield Dr, Unit 902 | 30 Mansfield Dr | 2BR,2.5BA | $2.04 |
| The Arlo | Fairfield | 2BR,2BA | $2.38 |
| 440 Church Street, Unit Apt 2 | 440 Church Street | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| Merritt Station Apartments | 2/1-FL-Paredim W/D | 2BR,2BA | $2.15 |
| Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Get $250 off First Month Rent | Spacious 2 bedroom in Wallingford with Storage ... | 2BR,1BA | $2.44 |
| Northridge Commons | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Tuscan Villa | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| Robin Hill Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Wallingford Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Wallingford?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Wallingford is at Encore listed at $1,300.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Wallingford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Wallingford Apartment is $1,450 at Parker Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Wallingford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Wallingford is starting from $1,275 at Charles Street Place Apartments.
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