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

380 W Main St

Liberty Court

125 Hillside Ave

67 Dallas Terrace
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1660 E Main St

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17 Hillside Ave
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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 | $1,104 | $900 | $1,292 |
Cheap Waterbury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,421 | $930 | $2,266 |
Cheap Waterbury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $1,095 | $2,800 |
Cheap Waterbury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,731 | $1,200 | $2,200 |
Cheap Waterbury 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,089 | $1,395 | $3,300 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Waterbury, CT
Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025Current 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 | $2,000 | $900 | 120 |
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 $930. Liberty Court in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,025. 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 | $930 |
Liberty Court | 1 Bed HMA | 1BR,1BA | $1,025 |
Wyndham Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
1243 W Main St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Josephine Towers Senior Living | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,292 |
Bunker Hill | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,315 |
Eastwood Terrace | The Yorkdale | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Meridian Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,430 |
Highland Ridge | Studio Flex WDHighland Ridge | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterbury, CT
As of July 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterbury area is the $1.31 price per square foot 181 Easton Ave Model at 181 Easton Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Waterbury apartment is the 7A Model at 223 Meadow St starting at $1,500 with a $1.00 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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181 Easton Ave, Unit 1 | 181 Easton Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.31 |
223 Meadow St | 7A | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
267 Sylvan Ave, Unit 3 | 267 Sylvan Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
95 Bristol St, Unit 3D | 95 Bristol St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
Middlebury Crossing Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.68 |
Wyndham Court Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Eastwood Terrace | The Yorkdale | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
1243 W Main St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Grove Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
67 Dallas Ave, Unit 12 | 67 Dallas Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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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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Getting Around Waterbury, CT
Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
33 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
40 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,450.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waterbury?
The cheapest apartment in Waterbury is Grove Court which is listed at $930, while the average apartment in Waterbury costs $2,000.
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 $143 which is $1,857 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waterbury.
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