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Rental Market Trends in Branford, CT

Updated August 2026

The average rent in Branford, CT is $1,694/month.

Rent in Branford is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.

$1,694/month

Average Rent

724 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.8%

Change / Year

145

Available Apartments

Branford rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Branford average $1,529 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Branford average $1,694 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Branford average $2,168 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Branford average $2,606 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,529/month
528 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,694/month
724 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,168/month
962 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,606/month
1,273 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,977/month
1,676 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$4,881/month
1,973 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,730/month
673 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Branford, CT?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.8%, which averages out to $48 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

August 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Branford, CT

August 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Branford, CT
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
23% $1,001 - $1,500/month
38% $1,501 - $2,000/month
38% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Branford, CT?

Because the average rent in Branford is $1,694, you’ll want to make about $5,646 per month or $67,752 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Branford, CT

145 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Branford, CT compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Branford, CT to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

Apartment Averages

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Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • East Haven

    East Haven

    Avg Rent: $1,501/month

  • North Branford

    North Branford

    Avg Rent: $2,022/month

  • Guilford

    Guilford

    Avg Rent: $1,233/month

  • Northford

    Northford

    Avg Rent: $929/month

  • New Haven

    New Haven

    Avg Rent: $2,098/month

  • North Haven

    North Haven

    Avg Rent: $1,872/month

  • West Haven

    West Haven

    Avg Rent: $1,391/month

  • Hamden

    Hamden

    Avg Rent: $1,915/month

Apartment Communities in Branford We Think You'll Love

Summit Place

Summit Place

22 Summit Pl,
Branford, CT 06405

1-2 Beds | $1,800 - $2,600

Tivoli Gardens

Tivoli Gardens

216 Laurel St,
East Haven, CT 06512

1 Bed | $1,350 - $1,450

Mariners Landing

Mariners Landing

56 Maple St,
Branford, CT 06405

1-2 Beds | $3,300 - $3,650

Star Deluxe Branford

Star Deluxe Branford

375 E Main St,
Branford, CT 06405

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,692 - $3,235

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Branford?

The average rent in Branford is $1,694 per month, which is 1.8% higher than the national average of $1,664.

What is the average rent for a house in Branford?

The average rent for a house in Branford, CT is $3,977 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Branford?

The average rent for a condo in Branford, CT is $1,730 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Branford?

Rents in Branford, CT are increasing, with prices up 2.8% year-over-year and $48 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Branford?

In Branford, CT, 38% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Connecticut Branford Rental Trends

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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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