- Houston Ter, Stamford, CT 06902$2,800/mo3 beds · 1 bathStamford, CTStamford, CT 06902
- 14 Taylor St, Stamford, CT 06902Contact for price2 beds · 1.5 baths · 1,050 sq ft14 Taylor StStamford, CT 06902
- 87 Highland Rd, Stamford, CT 06902$3,650/mo2 beds · 2.5 baths87 Highland RdStamford, CT 06902
- 40 Oenoke Pl, Stamford, CT 06907$3,900/mo3 beds · 2.5 baths · 1,520 sq ft40 Oenoke PlStamford, CT 06907
- White Birch Ln, Stamford, CT 06905$4,000/moFees may apply3 beds · 2 baths · 1,605 sq ftStamford, CTStamford, CT 06905
- 56 Maitland Rd, Stamford, CT 06906$4,950/mo4 beds · 2.5 baths · 3,070 sq ft56 Maitland RdStamford, CT 06906Special Offer
- 167 Old North Stamford Rd, Stamford, CT 06905$5,900/mo4 beds · 3 baths · 2,933 sq ft167 Old North Stamford RdStamford, CT 06905
- 217 Ocean Dr W, Stamford, CT 06902$6,000/mo2 beds · 1.5 baths · 1,584 sq ft217 Ocean Dr WStamford, CT 06902
- 54 Saint Charles Ave, Stamford, CT 06907$6,200/mo4 beds · 2.5 baths · 2,844 sq ft54 Saint Charles AveStamford, CT 06907
- 407 Westhill Rd, Stamford, CT 06902$6,200/mo5 beds · 3 baths · 2,500 sq ft407 Westhill RdStamford, CT 06902
- 267 W Hill Rd, Stamford, CT 06902$6,250/mo5 beds · 3.5 baths · 3,518 sq ft267 W Hill RdStamford, CT 06902
- 277 W Hill Rd, Stamford, CT 06902$6,500/mo4 beds · 4 baths · 3,500 sq ft277 W Hill RdStamford, CT 06902
- Gaymoor Dr, Stamford, CT 06907$9,900/mo4 beds · 2 baths · 2,540 sq ftStamford, CTStamford, CT 06907
- 232 Jonathan Dr, Stamford, CT 06903$9,950/mo4 beds · 5 baths · 6,192 sq ft232 Jonathan DrStamford, CT 06903
- 30 Stillview Rd, Stamford, CT 06902$10,000/moFees may apply5 beds · 6 baths · 6,000 sq ft30 Stillview RdStamford, CT 06902
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Stamford Snapshot
Frequently asked questions
How many cheaper, more affordable Rental Houses are available in Stamford, CT?
There are currently 37 cheaper houses available for rent.
What does "Cheap" mean for rental homes in Stamford, CT?
Cheap is a relative term to communicate more "affordable" rental and living expenses. Although a rental property might be found within the "Cheap and Affordable Houses" search, does not mean it is a low-quality rental. These more affordable single family homes are also relative to the other rental home inventory within Stamford. Some areas will be cheaper than others and based on demand, rent will fluctuate.
How to search for Cheap and Affordable Houses in Stamford, CT?
When searching on HotPads for more affordable houses, use the "Sort:" feature to sort single family homes by Lowest Price for Stamford. Additionally, set a max price for your search and select "Save search" to be notified in real-time when "cheaper" houses come on the market.
What are some additional tips for securing a "cheaper" rental home?
Single family homeowners or property managers can be easier to negotiate rental terms with than larger multi-tenant buildings. Here are a couple things that you can discuss to potentially drop monthly rental costs:
- Offer to sign a longer lease for lowered monthly rent
- Negotiate landscaping or property maintenance for lowered monthly rent
- Educate yourself regarding the housing rental market and market rates in Stamford. Knowing this will help you accurately negotiate fair rent.
About Stamford
Area Information
Stamford is the fourth largest city in Connecticut, located 30 miles north of Manhattan on Long Island Sound. Many residents commute to New York, New York, via regular Metro-North express trains. The Merritt Parkway and I-95 pass through, as do Amtrak trains, putting Washington, DC, and Boston, Massachusetts, within easy reach.Home to a number of major companies, including GE and UBS, Stamford has a busy, modern business district with all of the shops and restaurants you expect of a regional hub. There are colleges, too: UConn, Sacred Heart University and University of Bridgeport all have branches here. But there's also salt air and views of the sea. Beautiful Cummings Park and Cove Island Park have sandy beaches and waterfront walking trails.
Apartments for rent in Stamford span diverse neighborhoods, from Shippan Point, a friendly community on the Sound, to woodsy and rural North Stamford, which is filled with old Colonial homes, such as those in the Long Ridge historic district. There's the walkable downtown, around Bedford Street, and lively Springdale just beyond it, with modest wood-frame homes and small yards.
Renting in Stamford gives you a good base for exploring the northeast. Weekend getaway options abound. Within 50 miles is New York's Hudson River Valley, New Haven and rural northwest Connecticut. For mountainous scenery, the Catskills and Berkshires are about 100 miles away, while Vermont's Green Mountains are 200 miles from the city.
Renting in Stamford, CT
Stamford is sometimes viewed as the budget alternative to Greenwich, its affluent next-door neighbor. That can be true downtown, but other neighborhoods are plenty pricey. As with any city, conduct a thorough search. But move fast. Stamford's businesses and schools draw new residents at a fairly steady pace.
Local attractions
- Bartlett Arboretum & Gardens: With 91 acres of wildflowers, woodland and wetlands, plus summer concerts, the Bartlett is a favorite of locals and tourists alike.
- Avon Theatre: This Art Deco gem screens independent films, documentaries and classics, and hosts regular talks and events.
- The Stamford Center for the Arts/Palace Theatre: The city's concert hall hosts big-name entertainers, music, dance, comedy and the Stamford Symphony.
- Franklin Street Works: A non-profit, hip art space and cafe with creative programming.
