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Rental Market Trends in Stamford, CT

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Stamford, CT is $2,770/month.

Rent in Stamford is 66% higher than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.

$2,770/month

Average Rent

762 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.5%

Change / Year

899

Available Apartments

Stamford rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Stamford average $2,261 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Stamford average $2,770 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Stamford average $3,758 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Stamford average $4,754 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$2,261/month
546 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,770/month
762 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,758/month
1,127 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$4,754/month
1,493 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,460/month
650 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,222/month
1,065 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,934/month
2,095 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$10,890/month
3,871 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$2,341/month
724 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$3,692/month
1,190 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$5,411/month
1,626 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,740/month
1,057 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Stamford, CT?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.5%, which averages out to $71 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Stamford, CT

September 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Stamford, CT
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
1% $700 - $1,000/month
1% $1,001 - $1,500/month
16% $1,501 - $2,000/month
81% Above $2,000/month

Rent by Neighborhood

  • Most Affordable
  • Most Expensive
  • Most Available

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Stamford?

Based on current rent prices, Glenbrook, Downtown Stamford and Newfield-Westover-Turn of River are the most affordable neighborhoods in Stamford.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Glenbrook
$2,532/month
741 Sq Ft
Downtown Stamford
$2,859/month
741 Sq Ft
Newfield-Westover-Turn of River
$2,871/month
745 Sq Ft
Downtown Stamford Historic District
$2,886/month
704 Sq Ft
Harbor Point
$3,049/month
763 Sq Ft
West Side-Waterside-South End
$3,246/month
838 Sq Ft
Shippan
$3,257/month
724 Sq Ft

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Stamford?

Based on current rent prices, Shippan, West Side-Waterside-South End and Harbor Point are the most expensive neighborhoods in Stamford.

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Shippan
$3,257/month
724 Sq Ft
West Side-Waterside-South End
$3,246/month
838 Sq Ft
Harbor Point
$3,049/month
763 Sq Ft
Downtown Stamford Historic District
$2,886/month
704 Sq Ft
Newfield-Westover-Turn of River
$2,871/month
745 Sq Ft
Downtown Stamford
$2,859/month
741 Sq Ft
Glenbrook
$2,532/month
741 Sq Ft

Which Stamford neighborhoods have the most rentals available?

The neighborhoods in Stamford with the most apartments available are Downtown Stamford, Harbor Point and Newfield-Westover-Turn of River .

Calculate Rent Affordability
Neighborhood
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Downtown Stamford
$2,859/month
741 Sq Ft
Harbor Point
$3,049/month
763 Sq Ft
Newfield-Westover-Turn of River
$2,871/month
745 Sq Ft
Downtown Stamford Historic District
$2,886/month
704 Sq Ft
Glenbrook
$2,532/month
741 Sq Ft
Shippan
$3,257/month
724 Sq Ft
West Side-Waterside-South End
$3,246/month
838 Sq Ft
This information is based on data collected by CoStar Group researchers.†

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

Because the average rent in Stamford is $2,770, you’ll want to make about $9,233 per month or $110,796 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.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Stamford, CT is 31.9% higher than the national average. Generally, housing in Stamford is 73.7% more expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $2,261 - $4,754. You can expect to pay 6.2% more for groceries, 32.0% more for utilities, and 5.7% more for transportation.

City

Stamford, CT

899 Available Apartments for Rent

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

Use the tool below to compare Stamford, 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

Glenbrook

Stamford, CT

Downtown Stamford

Stamford, CT

Studio
$1,896/month
$2,198/month
One Bedroom
$2,113/month
$2,658/month
Two Bedroom
$3,164/month
$3,521/month
Three Bedroom
$1,631/month
$4,591/month
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Compare Rent Trends Nearby

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

  • Greenwich

    Greenwich

    Avg Rent: $4,081/month

  • Darien

    Darien

    Avg Rent: $3,442/month

  • Port Chester

    Port Chester

    Avg Rent: $2,702/month

  • New Canaan

    New Canaan

    Avg Rent: $3,484/month

  • Norwalk

    Norwalk

    Avg Rent: $2,535/month

Apartment Communities in Stamford We Think You'll Love

Allure @ Harbor Point

Allure @ Harbor Point

850 Pacific St,
Stamford, CT 06902

1-3 Beds | $2,795 - $7,015

Escape

Escape

880 Pacific St,
Stamford, CT 06902

1-2 Beds | $3,345 - $6,515

The Asher

The Asher

150 Broad St,
Stamford, CT 06901

Studio - 2 Beds | $2,656 - $4,062

18 Dock Apartments

18 Dock Apartments

18 Dock St,
Stamford, CT 06902

Studio - 3 Beds | $2,772 - $8,300

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Stamford?

The average rent in Stamford is $2,770 per month, which is 66.4% higher than the national average of $1,665.

What is the average rent for a house in Stamford?

The average rent for a house in Stamford, CT is $5,934 per month.

What is the average rent for a townhome in Stamford?

The average rent for a townhome in Stamford, CT is $2,740 per month.

What is the average rent for a condo in Stamford?

The average rent for a condo in Stamford, CT is $2,341 per month.

Are rents going up or down in Stamford?

Rents in Stamford, CT are increasing, with prices up 2.5% year-over-year and $71 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Stamford?

In Stamford, CT, 81% of apartments fall above $2,000/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Connecticut Stamford 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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