What is the average apartment size in Bridgeport?

The average size for a Bridgeport, CT apartment is 750 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Bridgeport?

As of Oct / 2025, the average rent in Bridgeport is $1,712 per month, a 4.63% increase from last year’s average of $1,636.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Bridgeport?

In Bridgeport, studios rent for $1,087 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,621 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $2,079 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,594 per month

What is the average apartment size in Bridgeport?

The typical apartment in Bridgeport offers about 750 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Bridgeport?

Studio apartments in Bridgeport average 451 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 697 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 940 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,380 sq. ft.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Bridgeport?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Bridgeport are North End Bridgeport ($1,904/month), Downtown Bridgeport ($2,149/month), and Black Rock ($2,440/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Bridgeport, CT Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Bridgeport?

The typical rent budget in Bridgeport ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 32% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Bridgeport?

In Bridgeport, 57% of households rent while 43% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Q: What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Bridgeport?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Bridgeport include Brooklawn - St. Vincent ($1,076/month), Boston Avenue - Mill Hill ($1,438/month), and East Side Bridgeport ($1,728/month), all below the citywide average of $1,712.

Last updated: November 18, 2025 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Bridgeport is $1,712, a 4.63% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,636.

Studio Apartments at $1,087 offer the most budget-friendly option with 451 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 697 square feet for $1,621, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $2,079 offer 940 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,380 sq ft) for $2,594, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Bridgeport, CT

Last updated: November 18, 2025

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,712	750 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,087	451 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,621	697 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$2,079	940 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,594	1,380 sq. ft.

Bridgeport, CT rent trends

Rental prices in Bridgeport, CT have increased by 4.63% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,636 to $1,712.

What's the typical rent budget in Bridgeport, CT?

The largest share of rentals in Bridgeport, CT (32%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Bridgeport, CT?

31,471 or 57% of the households in Bridgeport, CT are renter-occupied while 24,027 or 43% are owner-occupied.

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Most affordable neighborhoods in Bridgeport?

Brooklawn - St. Vincent $1,076/month

Boston Avenue - Mill Hill $1,438/month

East Side Bridgeport $1,728/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,712/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Bridgeport?

North End Bridgeport $1,904/month

Downtown Bridgeport $2,149/month

Black Rock $2,440/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Bridgeport, CT By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
Black Rock	$2,440
Downtown Bridgeport	$2,149
North End Bridgeport	$1,904
East Side Bridgeport	$1,728
Boston Avenue - Mill Hill	$1,438
Brooklawn - St. Vincent	$1,076

Bridgeport | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Black Rock is 70% higher than in Boston Avenue - Mill Hill

$2,440

Black Rock rent is 42% higher than Bridgeport average

Average Rent $2,440

$1,438

Boston Avenue - Mill Hill rent is 16% lower than Bridgeport average

Average Rent $1,438

How Bridgeport Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Bridgeport	$1,712
Norwalk	$2,836
New Haven	$2,287
Stamford	$2,955
Meriden	$1,650
Middletown	$1,866
Norwich	$1,600
Waterbury	$1,489
New London	$1,682
West Haven	$1,549
Danbury	$2,586
Shelton	$2,588
Darien	$4,679
New Canaan	$5,667
Fairfield	$3,071
Brookfield	$2,417
Stratford	$2,284
Westport	$3,756
Derby, CT	$1,592
Trumbull, CT	$2,781
Wilton, CT	$4,586

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Bridgeport apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.