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Last updated on October 10, 2026
Average rent in
Norwalk, CT
Average rent in
Last updated on October 10, 2026
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Key takeaways for renters
Where Norwalk rent stands today
Norwalk, CT rent rose 2.3% year over year, with a current median of $2,898/month. Renters today are paying $321 more per month on average than last year despite a 1.7% month-over-month decline from the recent peak in August 2026.
Vs. national rents
Norwalk runs roughly 1.5× the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier coastal metros. The market offers 99 total rentals, with apartments making up 58.8% of inventory.
Price ranges
Studios in Norwalk rent for about $2,045/month, 1-bedrooms around $2,395/month, and 2-bedrooms at $3,279/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $4,500/month. Houses command a median of $4,000/month, while apartments sit at $2,684/month, reflecting distinct price tiers.
Median rent
Median rent in Norwalk
$2,897/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Norwalk is $2,897 per month as of October 2026. This is 53% above the national average rent, or $997 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Norwalk
99
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Norwalk rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Norwalk, CT
Average rent prices in Norwalk have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 2% 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
Norwalk, CT
Rent prices in Norwalk vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Norwalk is $2,684, whereas a house costs $4,000. 1-bedroom apartments in Norwalk run $2,400 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $3,302.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,045 | 1% | 6% | |
1 bedroom | $2,395 | No Change |  2% | |
2 bedroom | $3,279 | No Change | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $3,907 | 4% | 42% | |
4 bedroom | $4,500 | 8% | 14% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Brookside | $3,022 | |
Central Norwalk | $3,126 | |
Cranbury | $2,995 | |
East Norwalk | $2,932 | |
Rowayton | $2,800 | |
Silvermine | $3,300 | |
Springhil | $2,300 | |
West Norwalk | $3,564 | |
Wolfpit | $3,325 | |
Woodward Avenue | $2,750 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,684 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,400 | 5% | No Change | |
Houses | $4,000 | 2% | No Change | |
Rooms | $1,465 | 18% | - |
Studio
Average rent
$2,045
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,395
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$3,279
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,907
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
42%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,500
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
14%
Central Norwalk
Average rent
$3,126
East Norwalk
Average rent
$2,932
Springhil
Average rent
$2,300
Brookside
Average rent
$3,022
Wolfpit
Average rent
$3,325
Rowayton
Average rent
$2,800
West Norwalk
Average rent
$3,564
Silvermine
Average rent
$3,300
Woodward Avenue
Average rent
$2,750
Cranbury
Average rent
$2,995
Apartments
Average rent
$2,684
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
5%
Houses
Average rent
$4,000
Last 30 days
2%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,465
Last 30 days
18%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Norwalk, 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 Norwalk, CT compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Norwalk and Bethel by all bedroom counts and property types.
Norwalk
53%higher than the national median
33%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Norwalk, CT is 15% higher than the median rent in Bethel, CT.
Average rent in nearby cities
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16%Discover rentals in Norwalk, CT
5d+ ago
Central Norwalk apartment for rent in Norwalk
19 Berkeley St #E, Norwalk, CT 06850
2 beds
1 bath
$2,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Springhil apartment for rent in Norwalk
12 N Taylor Ave #35, Norwalk, CT 06854
2 beds
1 bath
$2,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
20h ago
204 Flax Hill Rd, Norwalk, CT 06854
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295–$2,450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
31 Ferris Ave, Norwalk, CT 06854
2 beds
1 bath
$2,325
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Silvermine house for rent in Norwalk
99 Highfield Rd, Norwalk, CT 06897
4 beds
6.5 baths
$50,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Rowayton house for rent in Norwalk
9 Dancing Bear Rd, Norwalk, CT 06853
3 beds
3 baths
$25,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Brookside house for rent in Norwalk
5 Shaw Ave, Norwalk, CT 06854
3 beds
3 baths
$9,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.House for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Norwalk
93 East Ave #GUEST, Norwalk, CT 06851
1 bed
1 bath
$6,500
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Dec 1
2d ago
41 Wolfpit Ave, Norwalk, CT 06851
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
289 Main Ave, Norwalk, CT 06851
Studio
1 bath
$1,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
20h ago
204 Flax Hill Rd, Norwalk, CT 06854
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295–$2,450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
1 Cemetery St, Norwalk, CT 06855
1–4 beds
1–2 baths
$2,500–$6,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
41 Wolfpit Ave, Norwalk, CT 06851
2 beds
1 bath
$2,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
20h ago
204 Flax Hill Rd, Norwalk, CT 06854
2 beds
1 bath
$2,295–$2,450
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
12h ago
10 Monroe St, Norwalk, CT 06854
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,431–$4,651
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 14-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
8 Union Ave, Norwalk, CT 06851
1 bed
1 bath
$1,895
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
289 Main Ave, Norwalk, CT 06851
Studio
1 bath
$1,750
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
7h ago
Cranbury apartment for rent in Norwalk
Newtown Tpke #BACKA, Norwalk, CT 06880
2 beds
1 bath
$2,700
Price dropped $300Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
13h ago
26 Belden Ave, Norwalk, CT 06850
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$2,177–$4,398
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
17h ago
West Norwalk condo for rent in Norwalk
97 Richards Ave #D9, Norwalk, CT 06854
2 beds
2 baths
$3,200
Price dropped $600Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Condo for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Norwalk, CT
Quick answers to common questions about the Norwalk rental market.
How much is rent in Norwalk?
The average rent in Norwalk is $2,897 per month as of October 10, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Norwalk?
Average rent prices in Norwalk have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 2% since last year.
How does Norwalk rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Norwalk is 53% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $997 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Norwalk?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Norwalk are Springhil ($2,300/mo), Woodward Avenue ($2,750/mo), and Rowayton ($2,800/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Norwalk?
To comfortably afford rent in Norwalk, you'd need to earn approximately $116,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Norwalk?
April offers the best rental deals in Norwalk, with rents running about 7.5% lower than November, which sees the highest prices. January and June are the most competitive months with higher demand, while November has the lowest competition.
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).