Norwalk

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Norwalk, CT

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A vibrant town on the historic Connecticut shore.

Coastal Waterfront Arts Outdoor Fun

Located along the Long Island Sound, Norwalk combines coastal living with city conveniences. The rental market offers options ranging from $2,035 for studios to $3,717 for three-bedroom homes, with annual increases between 2.1% and 3.6%. Notable areas include South Norwalk (SoNo), featuring local restaurants and independent shops, the waterfront Rowayton neighborhood, and the historic Silvermine district. Housing options throughout the city range from apartment communities to restored historic properties.

Norwalk's cultural attractions include the Maritime Aquarium, the Stepping Stones Museum for Children, and the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum. Maritime activities are central to life here, from sailing to fishing, highlighted by the annual Norwalk Oyster Festival. The city features several public beaches and parks, while the Norwalk Islands provide opportunities for kayaking and nature exploration. Originally established in 1649, Norwalk has evolved into a contemporary coastal city. Major employers in the area include Booking Holdings, Xerox, and Pepperidge Farm, contributing to the city's economic stability.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Norwalk, CT is $2,152 for a studio, $2,474 for one bedroom, $3,238 for two bedrooms, and $3,923 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Norwalk has increased by 1.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,474/month
791 Sq Ft
House
$6,339/month
2,143 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,185/month
1,238 Sq Ft
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Transportation

72

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

47

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

48

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Rowayton School

Public

Grades K-5

468 Students

Cranbury Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

419 Students

Marvin Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

413 Students

Tracey School

Public

Grades K-5

465 Students

Naramake Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

365 Students

West Rocks Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

700 Students

Nathan Hale Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

545 Students

Columbus Magnet School

Public

Grades K-8

320 Students

Ponus Ridge Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

644 Students

Roton Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

494 Students

Brien Mcmahon High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,711 Students

Norwalk High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,484 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • The Maritime Aquarium
  • Stepping Stones Museum for Children
  • Darien Nature Center
  • Earthplace
  • SoundWaters

Airports

  • Westchester County
  • Long Island MacArthur

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.