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Rental Market Trends in Bridgeport, CT

Updated July 2026

The average rent in Bridgeport, CT is $1,738/month.

Rent in Bridgeport is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,662/month.

$1,738/month

Average Rent

581 Sq Ft

Average Size

+1.9%

Change / Year

1,153

Available Apartments

Bridgeport rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Bridgeport average $1,428 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Bridgeport average $1,738 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Bridgeport average $1,993 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Bridgeport average $2,220 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,428/month
453 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,738/month
581 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,993/month
855 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,220/month
550 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,311/month
1,268 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,603/month
1,566 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$8,354/month
2,324 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,062/month
812 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,587/month
1,547 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,997/month
1,373 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Bridgeport, CT?

In the past year, rent has increased by 1.9%, which averages out to $34 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Bridgeport, CT

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Bridgeport, CT
Percentage*
Rent Range
1% Below $700/month
19% $700 - $1,000/month
38% $1,001 - $1,500/month
30% $1,501 - $2,000/month
11% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bridgeport?

Based on current rent prices, Brooklawn-St Vincent, Downtown Bridgeport and Reservoir-Whiskey Hill are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bridgeport.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Brooklawn-St Vincent
$1,730/month
4,928 Sq Ft
Downtown Bridgeport
$2,000/month
965 Sq Ft
Reservoir-Whiskey Hill
$2,086/month
841 Sq Ft
North End
$2,143/month
734 Sq Ft
Black Rock
$2,223/month
781 Sq Ft
North Bridgeport
$2,368/month
774 Sq Ft
East Side Bridgeport
$3,047/month
796 Sq Ft

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.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
East Side Bridgeport
$3,047/month
796 Sq Ft
North Bridgeport
$2,368/month
774 Sq Ft
Black Rock
$2,223/month
781 Sq Ft
North End
$2,143/month
734 Sq Ft
Reservoir-Whiskey Hill
$2,086/month
841 Sq Ft
Downtown Bridgeport
$2,000/month
965 Sq Ft
Brooklawn-St Vincent
$1,730/month
4,928 Sq Ft

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 .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
East Side Bridgeport
$3,047/month
796 Sq Ft
North Bridgeport
$2,368/month
774 Sq Ft
Downtown Bridgeport
$2,000/month
965 Sq Ft
Black Rock
$2,223/month
781 Sq Ft
North End
$2,143/month
734 Sq Ft
Reservoir-Whiskey Hill
$2,086/month
841 Sq Ft
Brooklawn-St Vincent
$1,730/month
4,928 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Bridgeport is $1,738, you’ll want to make about $5,793 per month or $69,516 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

Bridgeport, CT

1,153 Available Apartments for Rent

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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.

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Apartment Averages

Brooklawn-St Vincent

Bridgeport, CT

East Side Bridgeport

Bridgeport, CT

Studio
$967/month
$1,890/month
One Bedroom
$1,168/month
$2,595/month
Two Bedroom
$1,572/month
$3,230/month
Three Bedroom
-
$3,096/month
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Apartment Communities in Bridgeport We Think You'll Love

Oasis

Oasis

540 Bond St,
Bridgeport, CT 06610

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,750 - $3,200

The Residences at Main

The Residences at Main

5085 Main St,
Trumbull, CT 06611

1-2 Beds | $2,245 - $3,300

Canfield Park

Canfield Park

306 Canfield Ave,
Bridgeport, CT 06605

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,309 - $3,329

The August

The August

55 E Main St,
Bridgeport, CT 06608

Studio - 3 Beds | $2,008 - $9,128

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Bridgeport?

The average rent in Bridgeport is $1,738 per month, which is 4.6% higher than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in Bridgeport?

The average rent for a house in Bridgeport, CT is $4,603 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Bridgeport?

The average rent for a condo in Bridgeport, CT is $2,062 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Bridgeport?

Rents in Bridgeport, CT are increasing, with prices up 1.9% year-over-year and $34 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Bridgeport?

In Bridgeport, CT, 38% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Connecticut Bridgeport 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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