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554 Connecticut Ave,
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Rental Market Trends in Darien, CT
What is the average rent in Darien, CT?
$3,448/month
Average Rent
986 Sq Ft
Average Apartment Size
+2.8%
Increase in the Last Year
Darien, CT Rental Market Overview
The average rent in Darien, CT is $3,448 per month. This is 108% higher than the national average rent price of $1,661/month, making Darien one of the most expensive cities in the US.
- Studio apartments in Darien average $2,276 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Darien average $3,448 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Darien average $5,151 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Darien average $7,963 or more per month.
Data Updated: July 1, 2026
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How much has average rent changed in Darien, CT?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.8%, which averages out to $98 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
The chart below compares average rent prices to the previous year during the same time period.
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Rent Ranges in Darien, CT
Last Updated July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
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0%
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$700 - $1,000/month
10%
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90%
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Darien, CT?
Because the average rent in Darien is $3,448, you’ll want to make about $11,493 per month or $137,916 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 Darien, CT compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Darien, 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Darien?
The average rent in Darien is $3,448 per month, which is 107.6% higher than the national average of $1,661.
What is the average rent for a house in Darien?
The average rent for a house in Darien, CT is $13,035 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Darien?
Rents in Darien, CT are increasing, with prices up 2.8% year-over-year and $98 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Darien?
In Darien, CT, 90% of apartments fall above $2,000/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.