Meriden Place
406 Bee St,
Meriden, CT 06450
1-2 Beds | $2,110 - $2,586
Rental Market Trends in Meriden, CT
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Meriden, CT is $1,406/month.
Rent in Meriden is 16% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,406/month
Average Rent
684 Sq Ft
Average Size
+0.8%
Change / Year
113
Available Apartments
Meriden rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Meriden average $1,289 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Meriden average $1,406 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Meriden average $1,854 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Meriden average $1,627 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
How much has average rent changed in Meriden, CT?
In the past year, rent has increased by 0.8%, which averages out to $12 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Meriden, CT
August 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
3%
Below $700/month
15%
$700 - $1,000/month
27%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
30%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
24%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Meriden?
Based on current rent prices, Meriden/Wallingford is the most affordable neighborhood in Meriden.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Meriden?
Based on current rent prices, Meriden/Wallingford is the most expensive neighborhood in Meriden.
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Which Meriden neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Meriden with the most apartments available is Meriden/Wallingford .
Neighborhood
Average Rent
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Meriden, CT?
Because the average rent in Meriden is $1,406, you’ll want to make about $4,686 per month or $56,232 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 Meriden, CT compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Meriden, 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 Meriden Area GuideStudio
$1,399/month
$1,399/month
One Bedroom
$1,458/month
$1,458/month
Two Bedroom
$1,885/month
$1,885/month
Three Bedroom
$1,687/month
$1,687/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Berlin
Avg Rent: $3,048/month
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Wallingford
Avg Rent: $1,599/month
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Plantsville
Avg Rent: $1,557/month
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Cheshire
Avg Rent: $2,076/month
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Southington
Avg Rent: $1,840/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Meriden?
The average rent in Meriden is $1,406 per month, which is 15.5% lower than the national average of $1,664.
Are rents going up or down in Meriden?
Rents in Meriden, CT are increasing, with prices up 0.8% year-over-year and $12 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Meriden?
In Meriden, CT, 30% of apartments fall between $1,501 - $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.