5+ Days Ago
Highlights
- Kitchen equipped
- Rich hardwood floors
- Everyday comfort
Location
5 Oak St, Meriden, CT 06450, USA
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Property Overview
5 Oak Street - Meriden offers a competitively priced living option with strong overall value, earning an 8/10 Zumper expert rating and ranking in the 80th percentile for value for money in the area. With a 9/10 for both amenities and location, residents can expect everyday comfort, rich hardwood floors, and a well-equipped kitchen, along with convenient access to key destinations, including a nearby top-rated elementary school. A trustworthiness rating of 8/10 further indicates transparent, detailed information about what to expect from the property and its management.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- Less expensive
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 911 sqft | $1,500 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome home. This beautiful 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment combines classic charm with everyday comfort. Rich hardwood floors flow throughout the space, complemented by elegant crown molding and an abundance of natural light that fills every room. The kitchen comes equipped with a stove and refrigerator — everything you need to settle in with ease. Cold water and sewer included. |
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Amenities for 5 Oak Street - Meriden
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Sewer |
Other
| Cold Water |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About 5 Oak Street - Meriden
Welcome home. This beautiful 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment combines classic charm with everyday comfort. Rich hardwood floors flow throughout the space, complemented by elegant crown molding and an abundance of natural light that fills every room. The kitchen comes equipped with a stove and refrigerator — everything you need to settle in with ease. Cold water and sewer included.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 5 Oak Street - Meriden is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 5 Oak Street - Meriden has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·8A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
Scoring a 8/10, 5 Oak Street - Meriden is a great option for renters looking for apartments in this neighborhood. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
5 Oak Street - Meriden goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cold water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 5 Oak Street - Meriden receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
5 Oak Street - Meriden is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 5 Oak Street - Meriden does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 5 Oak Street - Meriden compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Meriden
2-bedroom apartments at 5 Oak Street - Meriden cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Meriden.
Median rents as of Jun 13 2026.
Meriden
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| June 2024 | $1,887 |
| July 2024 | $1,765 |
| August 2024 | $1,569 |
| September 2024 | $1,679 |
| October 2024 | $1,368 |
| November 2024 | $1,853 |
| December 2024 | $1,833 |
| January 2025 | $1,929 |
| February 2025 | $1,768 |
| March 2025 | $1,798 |
| April 2025 | $1,684 |
| May 2025 | $1,859 |
| June 2025 | $1,583 |
| July 2025 | $1,310 |
| August 2025 | $1,307 |
| September 2025 | $1,360 |
| October 2025 | $1,353 |
| November 2025 | $1,310 |
| December 2025 | $1,281 |
| January 2026 | $1,307 |
| February 2026 | $1,303 |
| March 2026 | $1,262 |
| April 2026 | $1,381 |
| May 2026 | $1,375 |
| June 2026 | $1,425 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 5 Oak St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$60,000/yr
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Schools near 5 Oak Street - Meriden
Hanover School
208 main st
meriden, CT, 6450
PK, K-5Public
B-
Casimir Pulaski School
100 clearview ave
meriden, CT, 6450
K-5Public
B-
Southington Public Schools Preschool Program at Hatton School
50 spring lake rd
southington, CT, 6489
PKPublic
International School
116 beecher ave
waterbury, CT, 6705
PK, K-2Public
Bristol BOE at South Side School
90 west washington st
bristol, CT, 6010
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Getting around Meriden near 5 Oak St
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 5 Oak St, Meriden
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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