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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Waterbury, CT from $500 (159 Rentals)
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415 Baldwin StWaterbury, CT 06706
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100 Jefferson SqWaterbury, CT 06706
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15 Preston TerWaterbury, CT 06705
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344 Washington Ave
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366 Schraffts DrWaterbury, CT 06705
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316 Wilson St
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24 Union StWaterbury, CT 06706
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1129 Wolcott StWaterbury, CT 06705
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58 Kellogg St
58 Kellogg StWaterbury, CT 06710
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32 3rd StWaterbury, CT 06708
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39 Chestnut AveWaterbury, CT 06710
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78 Chestnut Ave
78 Chestnut AveWaterbury, CT 06710
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1579 Hamilton AveWaterbury, CT 06706
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90 Stonefield DrWaterbury, CT 06705
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143 Newbury StWaterbury, CT 06705
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Waterbury, CT Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterbury?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| Cheap Waterbury Studio Apartments | $1,705 | $900 | $2,142 |
| Cheap Waterbury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,636 | $950 | $2,601 |
| Cheap Waterbury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,857 | $1,250 | $3,098 |
| Cheap Waterbury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,884 | $1,400 | $3,850 |
| Cheap Waterbury 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,023 | $1,450 | $2,800 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waterbury, CT
Pricing Updated: 04/10/2026Current 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:
| Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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| Downtown Waterbury | $2,500 | $900 | 122 |
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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Grove Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Jefferson Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Eastwood Terrace | The Eaton | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Josephine Towers Senior Living | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,292 |
| Wyndham Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 1243 W Main St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Piping Rock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Meridian Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterbury, CT
As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Waterbury area is the $1.53 price per square foot 3Beds Model at 223 Meadow St in the in the The Village at Oxford Greens neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Waterbury apartment is the 203 Cooke St Model at 203 Cooke St starting at $2,050 with a $1.37 price per square foot in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterbury apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 223 Meadow St | 3Beds | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.53 |
| 203 Cooke St | 203 Cooke St | 4BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 95 Bristol St, Unit 2B | 95 Bristol St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| 33 Howard St, Unit 2 | 33 Howard St | 3BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 78 Royal Oak Dr, Unit 78B | 78 Royal Oak Dr | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 58 Kellogg St | 58 Kellogg St | 1BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| Trowbridge House Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Wyndham Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Grove Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 15 Preston Ter | 15 Preston Ter | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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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.
Waterbury, CTPopulation: 108,093
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Waterbury Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Waterbury?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waterbury is under $1,430.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waterbury?
The cheapest apartment in Waterbury is Grove Court which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Waterbury costs $2,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waterbury?
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 3 regular apartments in Waterbury 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 Waterbury?
Cheap apartments in Waterbury have an average cost of $161 which is $2,339 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waterbury.
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