Oasis
540 Bond St,
Bridgeport, CT 06610
Studio - 2 Beds | $1,750 - $3,200
Rental Market Trends in Bridgeport, CT
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Bridgeport, CT is $1,719/month.
Rent in Bridgeport is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.
$1,719/month
Average Rent
583 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0%
Change / Year
1,011
Available Apartments
Bridgeport rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Bridgeport average $1,400 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Bridgeport average $1,719 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Bridgeport average $2,000 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Bridgeport average $2,240 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Bridgeport, CT?
Rents have remained stable over the past year, with little overall movement.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Bridgeport, CT
August 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
1%
Below $700/month
16%
$700 - $1,000/month
41%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
32%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
11%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bridgeport?
Based on current rent prices, The Hollow, Brooklawn-St Vincent and Downtown Bridgeport are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bridgeport.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bridgeport?
Based on current rent prices, East Side Bridgeport, North Bridgeport and Black Rock are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bridgeport.
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Which Bridgeport neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Bridgeport with the most apartments available are East Side Bridgeport, North Bridgeport and Downtown Bridgeport .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Bridgeport, CT?
Because the average rent in Bridgeport is $1,719, you’ll want to make about $5,730 per month or $68,760 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.
How does Bridgeport, CT compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Bridgeport, 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.
View the Bridgeport Area GuideStudio
$1,089/month
$1,929/month
One Bedroom
$1,186/month
$2,519/month
Two Bedroom
$1,376/month
$3,177/month
Three Bedroom
$1,400/month
$2,923/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Stratford
Avg Rent: $2,155/month
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Fairfield
Avg Rent: $2,808/month
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Trumbull
Avg Rent: $2,411/month
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Milford
Avg Rent: $2,270/month
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Westport
Avg Rent: $3,650/month
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Shelton
Avg Rent: $2,136/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Bridgeport?
The average rent in Bridgeport is $1,719 per month, which is 3.3% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Bridgeport?
The average rent for a house in Bridgeport, CT is $4,360 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Bridgeport?
The average rent for a condo in Bridgeport, CT is $1,941 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Bridgeport?
Rents in Bridgeport, CT are relatively stable, with minimal month-over-month change.
What rent range is most common in Bridgeport?
In Bridgeport, CT, 41% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.
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.