28 2nd Ave
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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Waterbury Neighborhood of Waterbury, CT from $500 (121 Rentals)
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$900 - $950
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowGrove Court
173 Grove StWaterbury, CT 06710
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$975
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$975
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144 Grove St, Unit 310, Unit 310
144 Grove StWaterbury, CT 06710
1469 Thomaston Ave
WaterburyCT06704
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$1,085 - $1,150
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Studio Apartments Available NowLiberty Court
30 Framingham DrWaterbury, CT 06705
124 Meriden Rd
WaterburyCT06705
135 W Main St
WaterburyCT06702
132 Locust St
WaterburyCT06704
105 Bank St
WaterburyCT06702
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$1,200
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1 Bedroom Apartment Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,200
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132 Grove St, Unit unid 3 first floor, Unit unid 3 first floor
132 Grove StWaterbury, CT 06710
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88-90 Willow Street, #2S, Unit #2S
88-90 Willow St
WaterburyCT06710
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161 Prospect St, Unit 2
161 Prospect StWaterbury, CT 06710
196 Hillside Ave, Unit #7
196 Hillside Ave
WaterburyCT06710
32 Willow St, Unit #1A
32 Willow St
WaterburyCT06710
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$1,250
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability151 Hillside Ave
151 Hillside AveWaterbury, CT 06710
113 Southview St
WaterburyCT06706
21 N Walnut St
WaterburyCT06704
121 Lounsbury St
WaterburyCT06706
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$1,292 - $1,622
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowJosephine Towers Senior Living
24 Union StWaterbury, CT 06706
58 Kellogg St
WaterburyCT06710
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187 Scott Rd
WaterburyCT06705
247 Willow St
WaterburyCT06710
241 Congress Ave
WaterburyCT06708
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$1,300
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1 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability31 Frederick St
31 Frederick StWaterbury, CT 06710
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$1,350 - $1,900
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability1243 W Main St
1243 W Main StWaterbury, CT 06708
49 Johnson St
WaterburyCT06710
27 Beacon St
WaterburyCT06704
33 Pilgrim Ave
WaterburyCT06704
779 E Main St
WaterburyCT06702
222 Chipman St
WaterburyCT06708
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$1,421 - $2,018
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,396 - $1,993
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$1,421 - $2,018
Rivers Edge
37 Sharon RdWaterbury, CT 06705
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$1,425
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1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowPiping Rock Apartments
1579 Hamilton AveWaterbury, CT 06706
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$1,450
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3 Bedroom Apartment Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,450
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39 Chestnut Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2
39 Chestnut AveWaterbury, CT 06710
221 Willow St
WaterburyCT06710
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$1,450 - $1,475
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3 to 4 Bedroom Apartment Available NowTotal Monthly Price
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$1,450 - $1,475
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$1,450 - $1,475
78 Chestnut Ave
78 Chestnut AveWaterbury, CT 06710
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$1,450
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2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability40 Whitewood Rd
40 Whitewood RdWaterbury, CT 06708
89 Willow St, Unit #1
89 Willow St
WaterburyCT06710
75 Vernon St
WaterburyCT06708
10 2nd Ave
WaterburyCT06710
53 Cooke St
WaterburyCT06710
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14 Elmview Cir
WaterburyCT06708
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$1,455 - $1,675
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowMeridian Apartments
143 Newbury StWaterbury, CT 06705
61 Field St
WaterburyCT06702
61 Field St, Unit 106
61 Field St
WaterburyCT06702
951 Chase Pkwy
WaterburyCT06708
146 Chestnut Ave
WaterburyCT06710
49 Howard St
WaterburyCT06705
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$1,5003 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
11 Ridgewood St, Unit third floor
11 Ridgewood StWaterbury, CT 06710
158 Alder St
WaterburyCT06708
22 Wyman St
WaterburyCT06710
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Downtown Waterbury, Waterbury, CT Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Waterbury?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Waterbury Studio Apartments | $1,128 | $850 | $1,421 |
| Downtown Waterbury 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,404 | $950 | $1,818 |
| Downtown Waterbury 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $1,150 | $2,250 |
| Downtown Waterbury 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,765 | $1,400 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Waterbury 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,101 | $1,450 | $2,800 |
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There are currently 121 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Waterbury Neighborhood of Waterbury, CT.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Waterbury Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Waterbury area of Waterbury, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Grove Court priced from $900. Josephine Towers Senior Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,292. Here are the most affordable Downtown Waterbury apartments for rent in Waterbury, CT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Josephine Towers Senior Living | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,292 |
| 1243 W Main St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Rivers Edge | The Essex | Studio,1BA | $1,421 |
| Piping Rock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,425 |
| Meridian Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,455 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Waterbury, CT
As of May 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Waterbury area is the $1.08 price per square foot 39 Chestnut Ave Model at 39 Chestnut Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Downtown Waterbury apartment is the 214 Oak St Model at 214 Oak St, Unit 3 starting at $1,800 with a $1.48 price per square foot in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Waterbury apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 39 Chestnut Ave, Unit 2 | 39 Chestnut Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.08 |
| 214 Oak St, Unit 3 | 214 Oak St | 3BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 182 Jersey St, Unit 2 | 182 Jersey St | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 95 Bristol St, Unit 2B | 95 Bristol St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.64 |
| Middlebury Crossing Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.81 |
| 78 Chestnut Ave | 78 Chestnut Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Piping Rock Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| 1243 W Main St | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Grove Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 144 Grove St, Unit 310 | 144 Grove St | Studio ,1BA | $1.63 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Waterbury Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Waterbury?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Waterbury is under $1,455.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Waterbury?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Waterbury is Grove Court which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Downtown Waterbury costs $2,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 Downtown Waterbury that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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