Average Rent in Hamden, CT

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Current Versus Historical Hamden, CT Rents

Hamden rentals average $650 for a studio rental to $3,500 for a 4-bedroom rental. The median price of all currently available listings is $2,300, or roughly $23 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in October 2026, median rents have risen substantially over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $865 (-57.08%) year-over-year from $1,515 to $650. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $238 (16.24%) year-over-year from $1,463 to $1,700. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $33 (1.61%) year-over-year from $2,067 to $2,100. 3-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $308 (-10.98%) year-over-year from $2,808 to $2,500. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $141 (-3.84%) year-over-year from $3,666 to $3,525. Note that this figure includes all active and rented listings throughout the month.

Month-to-month, seasonality might have a bigger impact than overall trend price changes. Studio rents have gone down by 16.13% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.62% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 5.44% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone down by 3.85% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 12.96% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Oct 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	$8.67	$650	$1,515 (-57.08%)	$1,423 (-54.31%)
1 BR	$25.55	$1,700	$1,463 (16.24%)	$1,681 (1.14%)
2 BR	$22.83	$2,100	$2,067 (1.61%)	$2,028 (3.53%)
3 BR	$23.46	$2,500	$2,808 (-10.98%)	$2,433 (2.74%)
4+ BR	$21.31	$3,525	$3,666 (-3.84%)	$3,267 (7.91%)

Historical Rents in Hamden, CT

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Top Cities Near Hamden

There are a total of 6 cities nearby Hamden. The average rent in Hamden is currently $2,225 per month. A total of 3 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Waterbury, CT, with an average rent of $1,688, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Hamden, CT is Milford, CT. Monthly rents here are on average $2,625 per month.

Let's compare Hamden, CT's rent against other top cities nearby by bedroom size. Typically, rent for studios in Hamden, CT is 155.58% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 7.28% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Hamden, CT are about 1.19% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 7.50% more affordable. Want more information? Check out the top 6 cities near Hamden, CT in the following table.

City	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Waterbury, CT	$1,100	$1,200	$1,575	$1,688
West Haven, CT	$1,650	$1,613	$2,000	$2,000
New Haven, CT	$1,673	$1,750	$1,995	$2,050
Stratford, CT	$2,073	$1,950	$2,250	$2,400
Shelton, CT	$1,550	$1,898	$2,423	$2,500
Milford, CT	$1,700	$2,000	$2,450	$2,625

Top Neighborhoods Near Hamden

There are a total of 2 neighborhoods in or near Hamden. Some of these neighborhoods include Newhallville and Downtown New Haven. We've included all of these top 2 neighborhoods in or near Hamden, CT in the following table.

The average rent for these 2 neighborhoods in or near Hamden, CT is currently around $2,250 per month. A total of one neighborhood has a lower average rent. Meaning, only a single neighborhood out of these neighborhoods has a higher average rent. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is less than Hamden's average rent, which is actually $2,300. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Hamden, Newhallville has the most affordable average rent at $1,900 per month. Whereas, at $2,600 average rent per month, Downtown New Haven is the most expensive neighborhood in or near Hamden. View the following table for more information.

Neighborhood	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Newhallville, New Haven, CT	N/A	$2,198	$1,750	$1,900
Downtown New Haven, New Haven, CT	$2,250	$2,300	$2,995	$2,600

Top Counties Near Hamden

There are a total of 7 counties located by Hamden, CT. Some of these counties include Waterbury, CT, West Haven, CT, and New Haven, CT. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,400. That's roughly around $25 per sqft. A total of 3 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Waterbury, CT. Its average rent per month is $1,688. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,600, Milford, CT is the most expensive county by Hamden, CT.

Typically, rent for studios in Hamden, CT is 153.85% more affordable than other counties nearby. In comparison, rent for one bedroom listings in Hamden, CT is 2.94% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Hamden, CT is 7.14% more affordable than other counties nearby. We've listed all of these counties in the table below.

County	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
Waterbury, CT	$1,100	$1,200	$1,575	$1,688
West Haven, CT	$1,650	$1,613	$2,000	$2,000
New Haven, CT	$1,673	$1,750	$1,995	$2,050
Stratford, CT	$2,073	$1,950	$2,250	$2,400
Shelton, CT	$1,550	$1,898	$2,423	$2,500
Branford, CT	$1,500	$1,600	$2,525	$2,525
Milford, CT	$1,700	$2,000	$2,450	$2,600

Top Zipcodes Near Hamden

There is one zipcode in or near Hamden, CT. The average rent for this zipcode is $1,750. One zipcode has an average rent that is lower than that. The zipcode with the most affordable average rent for apartment listings is 06708, Waterbury, CT at $1,750 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $1,750 per month is 06708, Waterbury, CT.

The following table includes the zipcode in or near Hamden, CT. You can view the average rent breakdown for each zipcode by bedroom size.

Zipcode	Studio	1 Bed	2 Bed	All
06708, Waterbury, CT	$1,180	$1,225	$1,638	$1,750

Frequently Asked Questions - Hamden Average Rents

What is the average rent price in Hamden, CT?

The average monthly rental price for Hamden, CT apartments for rent is approximately $2,300. This calculation takes into consideration rental listings of varying bedroom/bathroom sizes, building types, and locations.

Do Hamden, CT rent prices drop in winter?

Yes! On average we see a 3.4% drop in rental prices between the peak summer months and the slower winter months. With the added bonus of decreased competition from other renters looking to move, winter is generally considered the best time of the year to find an apartment for rent in Hamden, CT.

How much is a studio apartment in Hamden, CT?

The average monthly rental price for studio apartments is $650 and an average price per square feet of $8.67. There are a total of 1 studio apartment listings currently available for rent in Hamden.

How much is a one bedroom apartment in Hamden, CT?

The average monthly rental price for one bedroom apartments is $1,700 and an average price per square feet of $25.55. There are a total of 19 one bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Hamden.

How much is a two bedroom apartment in Hamden, CT?

The average monthly rental price for two bedroom apartments is $2,100 and an average price per square feet of $22.83. There are a total of 37 two bedroom apartment listings currently available for rent in Hamden.

How have rent prices in Hamden, CT changed this year?

Rent prices for rentals in Hamden, CT can fluctuate yearly. Specifically, studio rental prices have changed by -0.57%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.16%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.02%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by -0.11% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Hamden, CT?

A reasonable rent price in Hamden, CT is around $1,840/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.