Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on August 1, 2026
Average rent in
Stamford, CT
Average rent in
Last updated on August 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
Stamford, CT rent slipped 2.0% year over year, with a current median of $2,935/month. Renters today are paying $101 less per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Vs. national rents
Stamford runs roughly 1.5× the $1,930/month national median, placing it among pricier coastal metros. The market offers 175 total rentals, a smaller inventory compared to larger metros.
Price ranges
Studios in Stamford sit around $2,372/month, 1-bedrooms around $2,507/month, and 2-bedrooms around $3,245/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $5,900/month. Houses rent for a median of $4,575/month, while apartments sit at $2,805/month, showing distinct price tiers.
Neighborhood spotlight
Downtown Stamford Historic District rents fell 49.6% year over year to $2,563/month across 25 rentals. This steep decline contrasts with the citywide 2.0% drop, indicating a localized cooldown. Meanwhile, Shippan rents rose 81.0% to $3,598/month, marking a strong hyperlocal gain.
Median rent
Median rent in Stamford
$2,935/mo
2%vs previous year
The average rent in Stamford is $2,935 per month as of July 2026. This is 52% above the national average rent, or $1,005 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Stamford
175
for rent on Zumper.com as of July 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Stamford rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Stamford, CT
Average rent prices in Stamford have remained the same over the last month and have decreased 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
Stamford, CT
Rent prices in Stamford vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Stamford is $2,805, whereas a house costs $4,575. 1-bedroom apartments in Stamford run $2,745 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $3,400.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,372 | No Change |  26% | |
1 bedroom | $2,507 | 2% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $3,245 | 2% | 1% | |
3 bedroom | $3,807 | 3% | 10% | |
4 bedroom | $5,900 | 6% | 14% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Stamford Historic District | $2,562 | |
East Side | $2,775 | |
Glenbrook | $2,799 | |
Harbor Point | $3,415 | |
Long Ridge | $3,320 | |
Newfield Westover Turn Of River | $2,950 | |
Shippan | $3,597 | |
Shippan Point | $3,895 | |
Springdale | $2,525 | |
The Cove | $3,150 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,805 | 1% | No Change | |
Condos | $2,500 | 11% | No Change | |
Houses | $4,575 | 9% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$2,372
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
26%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,507
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$3,245
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$3,807
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
10%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$5,900
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
14%
Harbor Point
Average rent
$3,415
Newfield Westover Turn Of River
Average rent
$2,950
Glenbrook
Average rent
$2,799
Downtown Stamford Historic District
Average rent
$2,562
The Cove
Average rent
$3,150
Springdale
Average rent
$2,525
East Side
Average rent
$2,775
Shippan Point
Average rent
$3,895
Shippan
Average rent
$3,597
Long Ridge
Average rent
$3,320
Apartments
Average rent
$2,805
Last 30 days
1%
Condos
Average rent
$2,500
Last 30 days
11%
Houses
Average rent
$4,575
Last 30 days
9%
The table above reflects average rent prices in Stamford, 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 Stamford, CT compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Stamford and Darien by all bedroom counts and property types.
Stamford
52%higher than the national median
269%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Stamford, CT is 59% lower than the median rent in Darien, CT.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$7,125
81%$3,250
20%$3,700
18%$4,984
19%$3,842
26%$2,850
9%$3,262
3%$3,437
4%$4,850
16%$4,200
36%$6,350
30%$2,800
3%Cost of living in Stamford, CT
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 16% higher |
| Groceries | 6% higher |
| Health | 17% higher |
| Housing | 74% higher |
| Transportation | 6% higher |
| Utilities | 32% higher |
Discover rentals in Stamford, CT
4d ago
Newfield - Westover - Turn of River house for rent in Stamford
18 Terrace Ave, Stamford, CT 06905
1 bed
1 bath
$999
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
Available Nov 28
6h ago
112 Hoyt St, Stamford, CT 06905
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,810–$3,370
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Stamford
37 Rose Park Ave, Stamford, CT 06902
2 beds
1 bath
$1,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Newfield - Westover - Turn of River apartment for rent in Stamford
2 beds
1 bath
$2,100
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Stamford
187 Dolphin Cove Quay, Stamford, CT 06902
4 beds
3.5 baths
$12,000
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
14h ago
2 Harbor Point Rd S, Stamford, CT 06902
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,065–$8,045
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
14h ago
850 Pacific St, Stamford, CT 06902
Studio–3 beds
1–3 baths
$2,395–$6,995
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Harbor Point apartment for rent in Stamford
900 Pacific St #401, Stamford, CT 06902
2 beds
2 baths
$6,845
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1425 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06905
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,947–$2,967
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
13h ago
Stamford Ave, Stamford, CT 06902
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100–$2,200
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
6h ago
112 Hoyt St, Stamford, CT 06905
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,810–$3,370
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
9h ago
504 Glenbrook Rd, Stamford, CT 06906
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,400–$3,380
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1425 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06905
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,947–$2,967
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Verified
1286 Long Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT 06903
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 27
10h ago
301 Commons Park S, Stamford, CT 06902
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,140–$5,468
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
1d ago
100 Commons Park N, Stamford, CT 06902
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,615–$4,785
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1425 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06905
2 beds
1 bath
$2,506–$2,967
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 1
5d+ ago
Verified
1286 Long Ridge Rd, Stamford, CT 06903
1 bed
1 bath
$1,900
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 27
2d ago
Verified
14 Southwood Dr, Stamford, CT 06902
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
Call for price
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
1h ago
Glenbrook apartment for rent in Stamford
56 Maitland Rd, Stamford, CT 06906
3 beds
2.5 baths
$5,500
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Stamford, CT
Quick answers to common questions about the Stamford rental market.
How much is rent in Stamford?
The average rent in Stamford is $2,935 per month as of July 25, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Stamford?
Average rent prices in Stamford have remained the same over the last month and have decreased by 2% since last year.
How does Stamford rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Stamford is 52% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,005 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Stamford?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Stamford are Springdale ($2,525/mo), Downtown Stamford Historic District ($2,562/mo), and East Side ($2,775/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Stamford?
To comfortably afford rent in Stamford, you'd need to earn approximately $117,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Stamford?
Based on Zumper's July 2026 data, one-bedroom apartments in Stamford average around $2,610/month and two-bedrooms approximately $3,360/month.
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).