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Rental Market Trends in Ellington, CT

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Ellington, CT is $1,689/month.

Rent in Ellington is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,665/month.

$1,689/month

Average Rent

870 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.6%

Change / Year

58

Available Apartments

Ellington rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Ellington average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Ellington average $1,689 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Ellington average $2,494 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Ellington average or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,689/month
870 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,494/month
1,501 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Ellington, CT?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.6%, which averages out to $10 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Ellington, CT

September 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Ellington, CT
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
0% $700 - $1,000/month
33% $1,001 - $1,500/month
42% $1,501 - $2,000/month
25% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Ellington?

Based on current rent prices, Ellington/Somers/Stafford/Union is the most affordable neighborhood in Ellington.

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Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Ellington/Somers/Stafford/Union
$1,842/month
939 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Ellington?

Based on current rent prices, Ellington/Somers/Stafford/Union is the most expensive neighborhood in Ellington.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Ellington/Somers/Stafford/Union
$1,842/month
939 Sq Ft

Which Ellington neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhood in Ellington with the most apartments available is Ellington/Somers/Stafford/Union .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Ellington/Somers/Stafford/Union
$1,842/month
939 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Ellington is $1,689, you’ll want to make about $5,630 per month or $67,560 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

Ellington, CT

58 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Ellington, 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

Ellington/Somers/Stafford/Union

Ellington, CT

Ellington/Somers/Stafford/Union

Ellington, CT

Studio
-
-
One Bedroom
$1,663/month
$1,663/month
Two Bedroom
$2,419/month
$2,419/month
Three Bedroom
$938/month
$938/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Tolland

    Tolland

    Avg Rent: $2,406/month

  • Vernon Rockville

    Vernon Rockville

    Avg Rent: $1,718/month

  • Vernon

    Vernon

    Avg Rent: $1,398/month

  • Stafford Springs

    Stafford Springs

    Avg Rent: $755/month

  • Broad Brook

    Broad Brook

    Avg Rent: $1,822/month

  • Willington

    Willington

    Avg Rent: $1,379/month

  • Stafford

    Stafford

    Avg Rent: $743/month

Apartment Communities in Ellington We Think You'll Love

High Meadow

High Meadow

110 Jobs Hill Rd,
Ellington, CT 06029

1 Bed | $1,600 - $2,150

Meadowbrook Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments

51 Meadow Brook Rd,
Ellington, CT 06029

1 Bed | $1,200 - $1,400

Deer Valley Townhomes

Deer Valley Townhomes

155 Windermere Ave,
Ellington, CT 06029

1-2 Beds | $1,950 - $3,250

Arbor Commons

Arbor Commons

35 Arbor Way,
Ellington, CT 06029

1 Bed | $1,850

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Ellington?

The average rent in Ellington is $1,689 per month, which is 1.4% higher than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Ellington?

Rents in Ellington, CT are increasing, with prices up 0.6% year-over-year and $10 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Ellington?

In Ellington, CT, 42% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Connecticut Ellington 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 September 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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