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85 Post Rd W,
Westport, CT 06880
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Rental Market Trends in Westport, CT
Updated July 2026
The average rent in Westport, CT is $3,589/month.
Rent in Westport is 116% higher than the national average rent of $1,663/month, making this one of the more expensive cities statewide.
$3,589/month
Average Rent
715 Sq Ft
Average Size
+2.9%
Change / Year
294
Available Apartments
Westport rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in Westport average $2,509 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in Westport average $3,589 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in Westport average $5,698 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in Westport average $7,429 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in Westport, CT?
In the past year, rent has increased by 2.9%, which averages out to $104 more per month.
Market Trends Over Time
July 2026
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Rent Ranges in Westport, CT
July 2026
Above $2,000
Most rental prices fall within this range
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Rent by Neighborhood
What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Westport?
Based on current rent prices, Old Hill is the most affordable neighborhood in Westport.
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What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Westport?
Based on current rent prices, Old Hill is the most expensive neighborhood in Westport.
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Which Westport neighborhoods have the most rentals available?
The neighborhood in Westport with the most apartments available is Old Hill .
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What salary do I need to live comfortably in Westport, CT?
Because the average rent in Westport is $3,589, you’ll want to make about $11,963 per month or $143,556 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 Westport, CT compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare Westport, 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 Westport?
The average rent in Westport is $3,589 per month, which is 115.8% higher than the national average of $1,663.
What is the average rent for a house in Westport?
The average rent for a house in Westport, CT is $8,970 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in Westport?
The average rent for a condo in Westport, CT is $2,539 per month.
Are rents going up or down in Westport?
Rents in Westport, CT are increasing, with prices up 2.9% year-over-year and $104 more per month.
What rent range is most common in Westport?
In Westport, CT, 80% 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.