Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waterbury, CT from $500 (34 Rentals)

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property at 6 Grove Ct

$800

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6 Grove Ct

WaterburyCT06710
property at 144 Grove St

$925 - $1,025

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$925

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$925

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144 Grove St

WaterburyCT06710
property at 915 S Main St

$1,000

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$1,000

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915 S Main St

WaterburyCT06706
property at 135 W Main St

$1,010 - $1,050

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$1,010

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$1,010

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135 W Main St

WaterburyCT06702
property at 132 Locust St

$1,050 - $1,150

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$1,050

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132 Locust St

WaterburyCT06704
property at 483 Chestnut Hill Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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483 Chestnut Hill Ave

WaterburyCT06704

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property at 1015 W Main St

$1,100

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$1,100

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1015 W Main St

WaterburyCT06708
property at 134 Hill St

$1,100

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$1,100

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134 Hill St

WaterburyCT06704
property at 17 1st Ave

$1,100

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$1,100

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17 1st Ave

WaterburyCT06704
property at 197 S Leonard St

$1,100

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$1,100

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197 S Leonard St

WaterburyCT06708
property at 160 Prospect St

$1,100

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160 Prospect St

WaterburyCT06710
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Trinity Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Trinity Apartments

41 Prospect StWaterbury, CT 06702
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Newman Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Newman Apartments

27 Newman AveWaterbury, CT 06705
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146 Grand St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

146 Grand St

146 Grand StWaterbury, CT 06702
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Westview Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Westview Apartments

170 Hillside AveWaterbury, CT 06710
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Towerview Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Towerview Apartments

380 W Main StWaterbury, CT 06702
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Byam Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Byam Village

1802 Meriden RdWaterbury, CT 06705
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East Gate Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

East Gate Apartments

2171-2221 E Main StWaterbury, CT 06705
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Southford Park
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Southford Park

102 National AveWaterbury, CT 06705
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Sunset Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Sunset Gardens

1740 Meriden RdWaterbury, CT 06705
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Lamda Rho Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lamda Rho Apartments

330 Bishop StWaterbury, CT 06704
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Bunker Hill
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Bunker Hill

17 Eastern AveWaterbury, CT 06708
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Courtyard Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Courtyard Apartments

42 Johnson StWaterbury, CT 06710
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Woodtick Mews
1 Bedroom Apartments

Woodtick Mews

959-981 Woodtick RdWolcott, CT 06716
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Southwood Apartments
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Southwood Apartments

933 Rubber AveNaugatuck, CT 06770
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Waterbury, CT Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waterbury, CT

Pricing Updated: 02/24/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Waterbury, 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 Waterbury Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Downtown Waterbury$3,000$90037

Cheapest Available Waterbury Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Waterbury, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Grove Court in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood priced from $900. Jefferson Square Apartments in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Waterbury apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grove CourtOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Jefferson Square ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Josephine Towers Senior LivingStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,292
Wyndham Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,295
1243 W Main StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
Villa Square LLCLarge StudioStudio,1BA$1,375
Trowbridge House Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,395
Eastwood TerraceThe Yorkdale1BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterbury, CT

As of February 24, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterbury area is the $0.79 price per square foot 208 Buckingham St Model at 208 Buckingham St, Unit Apartment 1 in the in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Waterbury apartment is the 3Beds Model at 223 Meadow St starting at $2,300 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the The Village at Oxford Greens neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterbury apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
208 Buckingham St, Unit Apartment 1208 Buckingham St3BR,2BA$0.79
223 Meadow St3Beds3BR,1.5BA$1.53
39 Chestnut Ave, Unit 239 Chestnut Ave3BR,2BA$1.02
78 Chestnut Ave78 Chestnut Ave4BR,1BA$1.37
37 Eastwood Ave, Unit 237 Eastwood Ave2BR,1BA$1.25
12 Hilltop Ave, Unit 1st Floor12 Hilltop Ave2BR,1BA$1.58
LakeviewThe Kingsbury2BR,1BA$1.63
256 Plank Rd, Unit 2 floor256 Plank Rd2BR,1BA$1.62
Wyndham Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44
Grove CourtOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29

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Waterbury Overview

Affectionately referred to as the 'Brass City', Waterbury is the 9th largest municipality in New England. Home to a number of universities, this on-the-move blue collar town collects over 100K proud residents and makes an excellent option for anyone considering a move to glorious Connecticut.

Why live in Waterbury, CT?

Steeped in local history and offering much in the way of modern amenities, life in Waterbury apartments is an excellent way to experience all that Connecticut has to offer. From area universities that consistently make the grade to plenty of public park land and a host of retail shopping and nightlife options, this east coast destination is a gem of the New England scene.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterbury Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Waterbury?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Waterbury is at Jefferson Square Apartments listed at $1,100.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterbury Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Waterbury Apartment is $900 at Grove Court.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Waterbury Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Waterbury is starting from $1,595 at Wyndham Court Apartments.

What is the most affordable Waterbury Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Waterbury Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Diamond Court Apartments and starts from $1,600.

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