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Rental Market Trends in Middletown, CT
Updated August 2026
The average rent in Middletown, CT is $1,676/month.
Rent in Middletown is roughly equal to the national average rent of of $1,664/month.
$1,676/month
Average Rent
728 Sq Ft
Average Size
+1.9%
Change / Year
324
Available Apartments
Middletown rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Middletown average $1,256 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Middletown average $1,676 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Middletown average $2,035 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Middletown average $2,575 or more per month.
Average Rent by Home Type
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How much has average rent changed in Middletown, CT?
In the past year, rent has increased by 1.9%, which averages out to $33 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
August 2026
2025
2026
Rent Ranges in Middletown, CT
August 2026
$1,501 - $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Percentage*
Rent Range
0%
Below $700/month
5%
$700 - $1,000/month
27%
$1,001 - $1,500/month
46%
$1,501 - $2,000/month
22%
Above $2,000/month
Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Middletown?
Based on current rent prices, Downtown Middletown and Cromwell/Middletown" are the most affordable neighborhoods in Middletown.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Middletown?
Based on current rent prices, Cromwell/Middletown and Downtown Middletown" are the most expensive neighborhoods in Middletown.
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Which Middletown neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhoods in Middletown with the most apartments available are Cromwell/Middletown and Downtown Middletown" .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Middletown, CT?
Because the average rent in Middletown is $1,676, you’ll want to make about $5,586 per month or $67,032 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 Middletown, CT compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Middletown, 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 Middletown Area GuideStudio
$1,524/month
$1,202/month
One Bedroom
$1,711/month
$1,670/month
Two Bedroom
$1,977/month
$2,144/month
Three Bedroom
$2,185/month
$2,732/month
Compare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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Cromwell
Avg Rent: $1,903/month
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Portland
Avg Rent: $1,849/month
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Berlin
Avg Rent: $3,048/month
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Rocky Hill
Avg Rent: $1,795/month
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Meriden
Avg Rent: $1,400/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in Middletown?
The average rent in Middletown is $1,676 per month, which is 0.7% higher than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in Middletown?
The average rent for a house in Middletown, CT is $2,968 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Middletown?
Rents in Middletown, CT are increasing, with prices up 1.9% year-over-year and $33 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Middletown?
In Middletown, CT, 46% 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.