Average Rent in Southern Middlesex County, CT↓ Rents falling 1.9% YoY

Southern Middlesex County, CT has rental prices ranging from $1,286/month to $2,821/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $1,294/month — 8% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $92,823/year, spending $1,294/month on a 1-bedroom represents 17% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Southern Middlesex County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,680/month, Southern Middlesex County ranks #7 most expensive of the 13 cities tracked in Connecticut — pricier than 95% of all US cities in our data.

The Southern Middlesex County Rental Market

The Southern Middlesex County, CT area has a population of about 1,144,012 and 33% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Southern Middlesex County, CT have fallen by $33/month (1.9%) over the past year, from $1,713 to $1,680. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Southern Middlesex County, CT without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $51,760. The local median household income of $92,823 exceeds that threshold by $41,063, making Southern Middlesex County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Is Southern Middlesex County, CT Affordable?

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Rent or Buy in Southern Middlesex County?

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Living in Southern Middlesex County

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