Bedroom count
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Last updated on September 16, 2026
Average rent in
Stamford, CT
Average rent in
Last updated on September 16, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Stamford rent stands today
Stamford, CT rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $3,090/month. Renters are paying $35 less per month on average than last year, with a modest month-over-month decline of 0.6%.
Vs. national rents
Stamford runs roughly 1.6× the national median of $1,900/month, making it a pricier metro for renters. The market offers 170 total rentals, reflecting a relatively small inventory.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Stamford rent for $2,397/month, 1-bedrooms for $2,571/month, 2-bedrooms for $3,475/month, and 4+ bedrooms reach $6,500/month. The 1-bed and 2-bed units make up 64.8% of the rental inventory, representing common choices for renters.
Neighborhood spotlight
Shippan Point rents rose 20.5% year over year to $3,675/month, contrasting with the citywide flat trend. Meanwhile, Downtown Stamford Historic District saw rents fall 34.4% year over year to $2,600/month, showing localized shifts within Stamford.
Median rent
Median rent in Stamford
$3,090/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in Stamford is $3,090 per month as of September 2026. This is 63% above the national average rent, or $1,190 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Stamford
170
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Stamford rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Stamford, CT
Average rent prices in Stamford have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same 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 $2,995, whereas a house costs $4,500. 1-bedroom apartments in Stamford run $2,752 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $3,700.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,397 |  2% |  11% | |
1 bedroom | $2,571 | 3% | 5% | |
2 bedroom | $3,475 | 1% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $4,000 | 1% | 16% | |
4 bedroom | $6,500 | 3% | 37% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Stamford Historic District | $2,600 | |
East Side | $2,600 | |
Glenbrook | $2,725 | |
Harbor Point | $3,613 | |
Long Ridge | $2,600 | |
Newfield Westover Turn Of River | $2,800 | |
Shippan | $3,518 | |
Shippan Point | $3,675 | |
Springdale | $2,450 | |
The Cove | $2,725 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,995 | No Change | No Change | |
Condos | $2,400 | 1% | No Change | |
Houses | $4,500 | 3% | No Change |
Studio
Average rent
$2,397
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
11%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,571
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
5%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$3,475
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$4,000
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
16%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$6,500
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
37%
Harbor Point
Average rent
$3,613
Newfield Westover Turn Of River
Average rent
$2,800
Glenbrook
Average rent
$2,725
Downtown Stamford Historic District
Average rent
$2,600
Springdale
Average rent
$2,450
The Cove
Average rent
$2,725
Shippan Point
Average rent
$3,675
East Side
Average rent
$2,600
Long Ridge
Average rent
$2,600
Shippan
Average rent
$3,518
Apartments
Average rent
$2,995
Last 30 days
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$2,400
Last 30 days
1%
Houses
Average rent
$4,500
Last 30 days
3%
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
63%higher than the national median
288%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Stamford, CT is 58% lower than the median rent in Darien, CT.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$7,375
82%$3,325
$3,900
9%$4,673
4%$4,147
33%$3,000
9%$3,262
4%$3,275
28%$5,547
22%$3,870
5%$6,750
17%$2,857
4%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
5d+ ago
Newfield - Westover - Turn of River condo 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.Condo for rent
Available Nov 26
5d+ ago
Springdale house for rent in Stamford
638 Hope St #NA, Stamford, CT 06907
1 bed
1 bath
$1,200
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.House for rent
Available Nov 1
2d 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
24 Rose Park Ave #2, Stamford, CT 06902
3 beds
1 bath
$2,100
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
Available Aug 26
1d ago
Shippan Point house for rent in Stamford
31 Ralsey Rd S, Stamford, CT 06902
4 beds
3 baths
$17,000
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
5d+ ago
Newfield - Westover - Turn of River house for rent in Stamford
386 Westover Rd, Stamford, CT 06902
4 beds
6 baths
$16,000
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House for rent
5d+ ago
Newfield - Westover - Turn of River house for rent in Stamford
30 Stillview Rd, Stamford, CT 06902
5 beds
5 baths
$12,500
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.House 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
1d ago
Verified
1425 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06905
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,738–$3,637
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
Available Sep 16
3d ago
Stamford Ave, Stamford, CT 06902
1 bed
1 bath
$2,100
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
6h ago
2 Harbor Point Rd S, Stamford, CT 06902
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,455–$7,365
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
6h ago
880 Pacific St, Stamford, CT 06902
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,245–$6,135
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
1d ago
Verified
1425 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06905
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,738–$3,637
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
Available Sep 16
11h ago
111 Towne St, Stamford, CT 06902
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,766–$5,061
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
11h ago
110 Towne St, Stamford, CT 06902
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,557–$4,788
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease and includes base rent plus all required monthly fees provided by the property.Apartment for rent
12h ago
120 Towne St, Stamford, CT 06902
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,617–$5,068
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
Verified
1425 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06905
Studio–3 beds
1 bath
$1,738–$3,637
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
Available Sep 16
19h ago
Verified
14 Southwood Dr, Stamford, CT 06902
2–3 beds
2 baths
$3,585–$5,340
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
6h ago
900 Pacific St, Stamford, CT 06902
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,435–$6,395
Price drop
The price shown reflects a 12-month lease. Fees may apply.Apartment for rent
6h ago
880 Pacific St, Stamford, CT 06902
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$3,245–$6,135
Price drop
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 $3,090 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Stamford?
Average rent prices in Stamford have decreased by 1% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does Stamford rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Stamford is 63% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,190 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Stamford?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Stamford are Springdale ($2,450/mo), Downtown Stamford Historic District ($2,600/mo), and East Side ($2,600/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Stamford?
To comfortably afford rent in Stamford, you'd need to earn approximately $124,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Stamford?
March offers the lowest rents in Stamford, with prices approximately 6% lower than August, which sees the highest rent. March is more competitive with higher demand, while November and December are the least competitive months.
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).