Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Waterbury Neighborhood of Waterbury, CT from $1,200 (29 Rentals)

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property at 364 Colonial Ave

$1,200

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$1,200

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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364 Colonial Ave

WaterburyCT06704

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property at 1720 E Main St

$1,250 - $1,350

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$1,350

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$1,350

2 Bedroom Rentals

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1720 E Main St

WaterburyCT06705
property at 48 Irion St

$1,399

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$1,399

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$1,399

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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48 Irion St

WaterburyCT06704

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property at 259 Grove St

$1,600

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$1,600

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$1,600

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 1

259 Grove St

WaterburyCT06710

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property at 89 Waterville St

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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89 Waterville St

WaterburyCT06710

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property at 46 Webb St

$1,700

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$1,700

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$1,700

4 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

Available Jun 1

46 Webb St

WaterburyCT06704

Downtown Waterbury, Waterbury, CT Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Grove CourtOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$900
Josephine Towers Senior LivingStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,292
1243 W Main StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
Rivers EdgeThe EssexStudio,1BA$1,421
Piping Rock ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,425
Meridian Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
39 Chestnut Ave, Unit 239 Chestnut Ave3BR,2BA$1.08
214 Oak St, Unit 3214 Oak St3BR,1BA$1.48
182 Jersey St, Unit 2182 Jersey St3BR,1BA$1.50
95 Bristol St, Unit 2B95 Bristol St2BR,1.5BA$1.64
Middlebury Crossing Apartments2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath Townhome2BR,1.5BA$1.81
78 Chestnut Ave78 Chestnut Ave3BR,1BA$1.43
Piping Rock ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.76
1243 W Main StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.80
Grove CourtOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29
144 Grove St, Unit 310144 Grove StStudio ,1BA$1.63

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Downtown Waterbury, Waterbury, CT

Ranked #2

Among cities in Connecticut for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Waterbury

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Waterbury?

There are currently 633 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Waterbury, CT with pricing that ranges from $850 to $2,800. There are also 59 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Waterbury ranging from $1,200 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Waterbury?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Waterbury ranges from $1,200 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,960.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown Waterbury?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Waterbury range from $1,400 to $2,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,450.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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