Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Waterbury Neighborhood of Waterbury, CT from $600 (14 Rentals)

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Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in the Downtown Waterbury area of Waterbury.

property at 78 Buckingham St

$1,000

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$1,000

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$1,000

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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78 Buckingham St

WatertownCT06779
property at 1660 E Main St

$1,100

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$1,100

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$1,100

Studio, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1660 E Main St

WaterburyCT06705
property at 1660 E Main St

$1,300

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$1,300

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$1,300

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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1660 E Main St

WaterburyCT06705

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property at 259 Grove St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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259 Grove St

WaterburyCT06710
property at 100 Mark Ln

$1,500

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$1,500

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2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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100 Mark Ln

WaterburyCT06704
property at 48 Irion St

$1,500

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$1,500

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$1,500

2 Bedroom Rentals

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48 Irion St

WaterburyCT06704

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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. Jefferson Square Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown Waterbury apartments for rent in Waterbury, CT:

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

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Waterbury, CT

As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Waterbury area is the $1.37 price per square foot 203 Cooke St Model at 203 Cooke St in the in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood starting from $2,050. The second greatest value Downtown Waterbury apartment is the 95 Bristol St Model at 95 Bristol St, Unit 2B starting at $1,800 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia 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.
203 Cooke St203 Cooke St4BR,1BA$1.37
95 Bristol St, Unit 2B95 Bristol St2BR,1.5BA$1.64
LakeviewThe Kingsbury2BR,1BA$1.65
33 Howard St, Unit 233 Howard St3BR,1BA$1.60
58 Kellogg St58 Kellogg St1BR,1BA$1.40
256 Plank Rd, Unit 2 floor256 Plank Rd2BR,1BA$1.73
Wyndham Court ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.44
Piping Rock ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.76
Grove CourtOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29
15 Preston Ter15 Preston Ter1BR,1BA$1.57

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Waterbury, Waterbury, CT

Ranked #2

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Waterbury

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Waterbury?

There are currently 615 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Waterbury, CT with pricing that ranges from $900 to $2,800. There are also 54 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Waterbury ranging from $625 to $3,950.

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 $625 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,970.

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 $1,500 to $3,950. 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 Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.