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Last updated on September 8, 2026
Average rent in
Milford city, CT
Average rent in
Last updated on September 8, 2026
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Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Milford City rent stands today
Milford City, CT rent rose 13.0% year over year, with a current median of $2,825/month. Renters today are paying $176 more per month on average than last year, returning close to the peak rent level seen in September 2024.
Compared to national trends
Milford City runs roughly 1.5× the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier coastal metros. The market offers 53 total rentals, with apartments making up nearly 60% of inventory.
Price ranges
Studio rents in Milford City are $2,028/month, 1-bedrooms are $2,175/month, 2-bedrooms are $2,875/month, 3-bedrooms are $3,300/month, and 4+ bedrooms are $3,800/month. These figures show a broad range of rents by bedroom count, with studios at $2,028/month representing the lower end.
Median rent
Median rent in Milford City
$2,825/mo
13%vs previous year
The average rent in Milford City is $2,825 per month as of September 2026. This is 49% above the national average rent, or $925 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Milford City
53
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Milford City rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Milford city, CT
Average rent prices in Milford City have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 13% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Milford city, CT
Rent prices in Milford City vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Milford City is $2,600, whereas a house costs $3,450. 1-bedroom apartments in Milford City run $2,025 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,900.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,028 |  6% | 16% | |
1 bedroom | $2,175 | No Change | No Change | |
2 bedroom | $2,875 | No Change | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $3,300 | 6% | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $3,800 | 1% | No Change |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Devon Walnut Beach | $2,900 | |
Downtown Milford Harbor Post Road South | $2,250 | |
Parkway Wheelers Farm Road | $3,450 | |
Post Road North | $2,775 | |
Woodmont | $2,850 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,600 | No Change | 3% | |
Condos | $2,325 | No Change | No Change | |
Houses | $3,450 | 1% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$2,028
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
16%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,175
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
No Change
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,875
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,300
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$3,800
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
No Change
Devon Walnut Beach
Average rent
$2,900
Downtown Milford Harbor Post Road South
Average rent
$2,250
Woodmont
Average rent
$2,850
Parkway Wheelers Farm Road
Average rent
$3,450
Post Road North
Average rent
$2,775
Apartments
Average rent
$2,600
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
3%
Condos
Average rent
$2,325
Last 30 days
No Change
Houses
Average rent
$3,450
Last 30 days
1%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Milford city, CT, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Milford City, CT compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Milford City and Branford by all bedroom counts and property types.
Milford City
49%higher than the national median
22%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Milford City, CT is 22% higher than the median rent in Branford, CT.
Average rent in nearby cities
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$2,325
1%$2,000
3%$2,150
25%$2,225
15%$3,275
25%$2,190
$2,000
2%$2,963
7%$2,689
1%$2,299
10%$1,850
8%$6,750
18%Discover rentals in Milford city, CT
5d+ ago
Downtown Milford - Harbor - Post Road South apartment for rent in Milford city
91 Willow St ## 95, Milford city, CT 06460
2 beds
1 bath
$1,850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Devon - Walnut Beach condo for rent in Milford city
308 Meadowside Rd #209, Milford city, CT 06460
2 beds
1 bath
$1,950
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Devon - Walnut Beach house for rent in Milford city
754 E Broadway, Milford city, CT 06460
3 beds
1 bath
$2,100
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Milford - Harbor - Post Road South apartment for rent in Milford city
32 Cherry St #B, Milford city, CT 06460
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Devon - Walnut Beach house for rent in Milford city
153 4th Ave, Milford city, CT 06460
4 beds
2.5 baths
$6,500
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
5d+ ago
Parkway - Wheelers Farm Road apartment for rent in Milford city
911 W River St #C11, Milford city, CT 06461
2 beds
2 baths
$4,300
$4,000
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Milford - Harbor - Post Road South apartment for rent in Milford city
15 River St #2B, Milford city, CT 06460
1 bed
1 bath
$2,400
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Devon - Walnut Beach apartment for rent in Milford city
67 E Broadway #D, Milford city, CT 06460
1 bed
1 bath
$2,299
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
4d ago
253 W River St, Milford city, CT 06461
1 bed
1 bath
$2,250
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
26 Golden Hill St, Milford city, CT 06460
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Parkway - Wheelers Farm Road apartment for rent in Milford city
252 Oronoque Rd, Milford city, CT 06461
4 beds
2 baths
$3,995
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Jan 1
4d ago
Downtown Milford - Harbor - Post Road South condo for rent in Milford city
670 Boston Post Rd #7, Milford city, CT 06460
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Milford - Harbor - Post Road South condo for rent in Milford city
670 Boston Post Rd #12, Milford city, CT 06460
2 beds
2 baths
$2,450
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Parkway - Wheelers Farm Road condo for rent in Milford city
735 Popes Island Rd #735, Milford city, CT 06461
2 beds
2 baths
$3,000
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Condo for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Milford - Harbor - Post Road South apartment for rent in Milford city
9 River St #2, Milford city, CT 06460
3 beds
2 baths
$3,300
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Downtown Milford - Harbor - Post Road South townhouse for rent in Milford city
289 New Haven Ave #R, Milford city, CT 06460
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,300
$2,900
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
5d+ ago
1 Park Cir, Milford city, CT 06460
1 bed
1 bath
$1,695–$1,700
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
26 Golden Hill St, Milford city, CT 06460
1 bed
1 bath
$1,750
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown Milford - Harbor - Post Road South apartment for rent in Milford city
91 Willow St ## 95, Milford city, CT 06460
2 beds
1 bath
$1,850
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Milford city, CT
Quick answers to common questions about the Milford City rental market.
How much is rent in Milford City?
The average rent in Milford City is $2,825 per month as of September 5, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Milford City?
Average rent prices in Milford City have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 13% since last year.
How does Milford City rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Milford City is 49% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $925 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Milford City?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Milford City are Downtown Milford Harbor Post Road South ($2,250/mo), Post Road North ($2,775/mo), and Woodmont ($2,850/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Milford City?
To comfortably afford rent in Milford City, you'd need to earn approximately $113,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Milford City?
December offers the best rental deals in Milford City, with rents running about 11% lower than the September peak. July is the most competitive month with higher demand, so December's lower competition can mean better prices and more negotiating power.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).