Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on October 31, 2026
Average rent in
Stamford, CT
Average rent in
Last updated on October 31, 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 $3,060/month. The month-over-month rent slipped 1.6%, showing some recent easing in prices.
Vs. national rents
Stamford runs roughly 1.6× the $1,900/month national median. The market offers 171 total rentals, reflecting a moderate inventory size for renters.
Price ranges
Studios in Stamford rent for around $2,225/month, 1-bedrooms at $2,550/month, and 2-bedrooms at $3,300/month, with 4+ bedrooms reaching $6,500/month. Rent varies widely by bedroom count.
Median rent
Median rent in Stamford
$3,060/mo
1%vs previous year
The average rent in Stamford is $3,060 per month as of October 2026. This is 61% above the national average rent, or $1,160 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Stamford
171
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 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 2% over the last month and have increased by 1% 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 $3,000, whereas a house costs $3,912. 1-bedroom apartments in Stamford run $2,637 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $3,599.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $2,225 |  20% | 18% | |
1 bedroom | $2,550 | 2% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $3,300 | 6% | No Change | |
3 bedroom | $4,000 | No Change | 5% | |
4 bedroom | $6,500 | No Change | 15% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown Stamford Historic District | $2,625 | |
East Side | $2,821 | |
Glenbrook | $3,050 | |
Harbor Point | $3,598 | |
Long Ridge | $2,800 | |
Newfield Westover Turn Of River | $2,610 | |
Shippan | $3,673 | |
Shippan Point | $4,173 | |
Springdale | $2,700 | |
The Cove | $2,975 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $3,000 | 1% | 2% | |
Condos | $2,425 | 2% | 7% | |
Houses | $3,912 | 1% | 6% |
Studio
Average rent
$2,225
Last 30 days
20%
Last year
18%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$2,550
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$3,300
Last 30 days
6%
Last year
No Change
3 bedroom
Average rent
$4,000
Last year
5%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$6,500
Last year
15%
Harbor Point
Average rent
$3,598
Newfield Westover Turn Of River
Average rent
$2,610
Glenbrook
Average rent
$3,050
Springdale
Average rent
$2,700
Downtown Stamford Historic District
Average rent
$2,625
The Cove
Average rent
$2,975
Shippan Point
Average rent
$4,173
East Side
Average rent
$2,821
Shippan
Average rent
$3,673
Long Ridge
Average rent
$2,800
Apartments
Average rent
$3,000
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
Condos
Average rent
$2,425
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
7%
Houses
Average rent
$3,912
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
6%
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
61%higher than the national median
279%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Stamford, CT is 57% lower than the median rent in Darien, CT.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$7,200
55%$3,650
2%$3,825
30%$3,984
7%$4,385
20%$2,828
1%$2,995
$3,200
3%$3,550
15%$3,695
12%$6,800
11%$2,995
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 | 8% higher |
| Health | 16% higher |
| Housing | 75% higher |
| Transportation | 7% higher |
| Utilities | 31% higher |
Discover rentals in Stamford, CT
5d+ ago
Newfield - Westover - Turn of River house for rent in Stamford
18 Terrace Ave, Stamford, CT 06905
1 bed
1 bath
$1,199
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
Available Oct 16
2d ago
112 Hoyt St, Stamford, CT 06905
Studio–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,810–$3,370
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
2d ago
Apartment for rent in Stamford
2 beds
1 bath
$2,300
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
Available Dec 7
12h ago
Blachley Rd, Stamford, CT 06902
2 beds
1 bath
$2,350
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
Shippan Point house for rent in Stamford
31 Ralsey Rd S, Stamford, CT 06902
4 beds
3 baths
$17,000
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
Newfield - Westover - Turn of River house for rent in Stamford
30 Stillview Rd, Stamford, CT 06902
5 beds
5 baths
$10,500
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
9h ago
House for rent in Stamford
58 Davenport Dr, Stamford, CT 06902
4 beds
2.5 baths
$10,150
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
House for rent in Stamford
34 Davenport Dr, Stamford, CT 06902
3 beds
2 baths
$8,500
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
2d ago
Verified
1425 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06905
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,646–$2,666
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 Oct 31
5d+ ago
Stamford Ave, Stamford, CT 06902
1 bed
1 bath
$2,200
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
Verified
25 Court St #25, Stamford, CT 06902
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,750
Price dropped $150Additional 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.House for rent
Available Oct 1
4h ago
Verified
184 Summer St, Stamford, CT 06901
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,600–$7,185
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
1425 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06905
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,646–$2,666
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 Oct 31
5d+ ago
Verified
197 Bridge St #4, Stamford, CT 06905
2 beds
1 bath
$3,200
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 Nov 1
4d ago
Verified
25 Court St #25, Stamford, CT 06902
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,750
Price dropped $150Additional 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.House for rent
Available Oct 1
23h ago
Verified
44 John St, Stamford, CT 06902
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,113–$5,088
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
2d ago
Verified
1425 Bedford St, Stamford, CT 06905
2 beds
1 bath
$2,365–$2,654
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 Oct 31
4d ago
Verified
25 Court St #25, Stamford, CT 06902
2 beds
1.5 baths
$3,750
Price dropped $150Additional 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.House for rent
Available Oct 1
4h ago
Verified
184 Summer St, Stamford, CT 06901
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,600–$7,185
Total Monthly Price. The price shown reflects a 15-month lease and includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
9h ago
Verified
25 Glenbrook Rd, Stamford, CT 06902
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,799–$7,284
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.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 $3,060 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Stamford?
Average rent prices in Stamford have decreased by 2% over the last month and have increased by 1% since last year.
How does Stamford rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Stamford is 61% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $1,160 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Stamford?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Stamford are Newfield Westover Turn Of River ($2,610/mo), Downtown Stamford Historic District ($2,625/mo), and Springdale ($2,700/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Stamford?
To comfortably afford rent in Stamford, you'd need to earn approximately $122,000/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).