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 $2,200, or roughly $24 per square feet.

For the apartment units and housing in September 2026, median rents have risen over the last year. Studio rentals prices have decreased by $794 (-54.98%) year-over-year from $1,444 to $650. 1-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $121 (8.03%) year-over-year from $1,504 to $1,625. 2-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $100 (5.00%) year-over-year from $2,000 to $2,100. 3-bedroom rentals prices have increased by $200 (7.69%) year-over-year from $2,600 to $2,800. 4-bedroom rentals prices have decreased by $449 (-11.37%) year-over-year from $3,949 to $3,500. 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 36.59% this month. 1-bedroom rents have gone up by 4.28% this month. 2-bedroom rents have gone up by 3.70% this month. 3-bedroom rents have gone up by 7.69% this month. 4-bedroom rents have gone down by 3.23% this month.

Beds	Price / Sqft	Sep 2026 Rent	1 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)	3 Yr Ago Rent (% +/-)
Studio	N/A	$650	$1,444 (-54.98%)	$1,565 (-58.47%)
1 BR	$24.16	$1,625	$1,504 (8.03%)	$1,668 (-2.55%)
2 BR	$22.67	$2,100	$2,000 (5.00%)	$2,039 (2.98%)
3 BR	$27.27	$2,800	$2,600 (7.69%)	$2,408 (16.26%)
4+ BR	N/A	$3,500	$3,949 (-11.37%)	$3,275 (6.87%)

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 $2,100 per month. A total of 4 cities nearby have an average rent lower than that. Our records show that Waterbury, CT, with an average rent of $1,700, is the most affordable city nearby. In contrast, the most expensive city near Hamden, CT is Milford, CT. Monthly rents here are on average $2,800 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 157.31% more affordable than other cities nearby. One bedrooms are about 4.69% more affordable. Two bedrooms in Hamden, CT are about 2.50% more affordable. Finally, rent for three bedrooms are about 3.00% more expensive. 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	$1,113	$1,200	$1,600	$1,700
Meriden, CT	$1,695	$1,170	$1,725	$1,750
West Haven, CT	$1,600	$1,600	$2,000	$2,050
New Haven, CT	$1,650	$1,750	$2,100	$2,150
Stratford, CT	$1,795	$2,050	$2,400	$2,500
Milford, CT	$1,700	$2,000	$2,600	$2,800

Top Neighborhoods Near Hamden

There are a total of 2 neighborhoods in or near Hamden. Some of these neighborhoods include East Rock 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 $2,473 per month. Interestingly, the neighborhoods' average rent is higher than Hamden's average rent, which is only $2,200. Out of all the neighborhoods in or near Hamden, East Rock has the most affordable average rent at $2,300 per month. Whereas, at $2,645 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
East Rock, New Haven, CT	N/A	$1,598	$2,050	$2,300
Downtown New Haven, New Haven, CT	$1,975	$2,150	$3,340	$2,645

Top Counties Near Hamden

There are a total of 7 counties located by Hamden, CT. Some of these counties include Waterbury, CT, Meriden, CT, and West Haven, CT. The average rent for rentals in these counties is $2,150. That's roughly around $25 per sqft. A total of 4 counties have a lower average rent. The county that is the most affordable is Waterbury, CT. Its average rent per month is $1,700. Vice versa, with an average rent of $2,800, 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 1.56% more affordable than other counties nearby. Finally, rent for two bedrooms in Hamden, CT is 5.00% 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	$1,113	$1,200	$1,600	$1,700
Meriden, CT	$1,695	$1,170	$1,725	$1,750
West Haven, CT	$1,600	$1,600	$2,000	$2,050
New Haven, CT	$1,650	$1,750	$2,100	$2,150
Stratford, CT	$1,795	$2,050	$2,400	$2,500
Branford, CT	N/A	$1,625	$2,300	$2,545
Milford, CT	$1,700	$2,100	$2,600	$2,800

Top Zipcodes Near Hamden

There is one zipcode in or near Hamden, CT. The average rent for this zipcode is $1,800. 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 $1,800 per month. In comparison, the zipcode with the most expensive average rent of $1,800 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	N/A	$1,400	$1,638	$1,800

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 $2,200. 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. 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 $1,600 and an average price per square feet of $24.16. There are a total of 15 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 $2,000 and an average price per square feet of $22.67. There are a total of 38 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 -0.55%, one bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.08%, two bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.05%, three bedroom rental prices have changed by 0.08% year-over-year.

What is a reasonable rent price in Hamden, CT?

A reasonable rent price in Hamden, CT is around $1,760/month. You can search for these reasonably priced rental listings on RentHop.