Average Rent in Meriden, CT
4 apartment buildings, 17 units. Daily asking prices with rent history for every building.
Avg Rent
$2,174/mo
median $2,279
market average
Cheapest
$1,019/mo
Meriden Commons
Properties
4
tracked daily
Units
17
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
Compare pricing across all 4 properties in Meriden, CT.
Average Rent by Property
Starting Price vs Average
Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
Meriden, CT Rent Prices
All 4 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
Meriden Commons
161 State St #101, Meriden, CT 06450, USA
The Meriden
1151 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450, USA
Britannia Commons
234 Sherman Ave, Meriden, CT 06450, USA
The Arlo
211 Pomeroy Ave, Meriden, CT 06450, USA
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Meriden Commons 161 State St #101, Meriden, CT 06450, USA | $1,019 | $1,485 | $1.41 | 3.9 (58) | 5 |
| 2 | The Meriden 1151 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450, USA | $1,849 | $1,849 | $2.84 | 4.8 (24) | 1 |
| 3 | Britannia Commons 234 Sherman Ave, Meriden, CT 06450, USA | $2,225 | $2,225 | $1.86 | 3.4 (16) | 1 |
| 4 | The Arlo 211 Pomeroy Ave, Meriden, CT 06450, USA | $2,238 | $2,547 | $2.63 | 4.9 (62) | 10 |
Rent & Price History by Building
Meriden Commons
3.9 (58)161 State St #101, Meriden, CT 06450, USA
The Meriden
4.8 (24)1151 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450, USA
Britannia Commons
3.4 (16)234 Sherman Ave, Meriden, CT 06450, USA
The Arlo
4.9 (62)211 Pomeroy Ave, Meriden, CT 06450, USA
By Area
Meriden, CT neighborhoods
Tracked buildings across 1 named neighborhoods. Pick one to see its apartments.
Meriden, CT Average Rent Prices 2026
The average rent in Meriden, CT is $2,174 per month, based on 17 units across 4 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,019 at Meriden Commons to $2,792 at The Arlo.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Bed | $2,017/mo | $1,081/mo | 8 |
| 2 Bed | $2,332/mo | $1,019/mo | 8 |
| 3 Bed | $2,173/mo | $2,173/mo | 1 |
Every price is a real asking rent, updated that morning. Request a neighborhood we don't cover and we add it within 24 hours.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in Meriden, CT?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$87,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $2,174/mo.
Comfortable income
$104,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,019/mo), you need to earn at least $41,000/year.
Cost of living in Meriden, CT
We only have live rent data for Meriden, CT so far. The full cost of living breakdown (utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare) is coming soon.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $2,174 |
| Estimated total | $2,174/mo |
Methodology
Rent data
Sourced directly from each tracked apartment community and refreshed every 24 hours. Every listed unit price on this page is real and listed today.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
Applies the standard 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income rule on top of the listed rent. This is the same affordability guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures are refreshed annually.
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Nearby cities in Connecticut
How Meriden, CT rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs Meriden, CT | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stamford, CT | $3,358 | +54% | -2.7% | 16 |
| Hartford, CT | $1,842 | -15% | +3.5% | 10 |
| Danbury, CT | $2,745 | +26% | -2.9% | 9 |
| Norwalk, CT | $3,319 | +53% | +2.3% | 9 |
| Bridgeport, CT | $2,880 | +32% | -1.3% | 6 |
| New Haven, CT | $2,800 | +29% | +8.9% | 6 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Meriden, CT?
The average rent in Meriden, CT is $2,174 per month, based on 17 units across 4 apartment buildings tracked by Average Rent. Prices are refreshed daily.
What is the median rent in Meriden, CT?
The median asking rent in Meriden, CT is $2,279 per month, computed from 17 live listed units and refreshed daily. The average is $2,174/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in Meriden, CT?
The lowest available rent in Meriden, CT starts at $1,019 per month. Availability changes daily and prices are refreshed each morning.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Meriden, CT?
1-bedroom apartments in Meriden, CT average $2,017/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,081/mo across 8 units tracked.
How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Meriden, CT?
2-bedroom apartments in Meriden, CT average $2,332/mo. Units start from $1,019/mo across 8 units currently listed.
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