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Studio Apartments for Rent in Waterbury, CT

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    Starting at $1,421

    Total Monthly Price

    • Studio - 2 Beds

    37 Sharon Rd, Waterbury, CT 06705

    Rivers Edge Apartment Homes offers a rare combination of quality, elegance, amenity and value that make it the premier gated community in the Waterbury, Danbury and New Haven areas. Designed with the charm of English Tudor architecture, Rivers Edge features meticulously landscaped grounds with beautiful flower gardens that offer you peace and serenity after a long day.

    Rivers Edge

    (475) 244-7672

    37 Sharon Rd, Waterbury, CT 06705
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    $975

    Total Monthly Price

    • Studio
    • 1 Bath
    • 600 Sq Ft
    • Condo for Rent

    144 Grove St Unit 310, Waterbury, CT 06710

    (475) 222-1323

    144 Grove St Unit 310, Waterbury, CT 06710
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    Starting at $1,292 Plus Fees

    • Studio - 2 Beds

    24 Union St, Waterbury, CT 06706

    Note: No Student Leasing Available. A high rise in downtown Waterbury, Josephiine Towers, is an income restricted property serving senior citizens 62+ and those with special needs. Josephine Towers holds 125, one-bedroom, apartment homes, in a single 16-story elevator serviced tower. Contact us or stop by the leasing office to discuss your new apartment.OUR WAIT LIST IS ACCEPTING

    Josephine Towers Senior Living

    (959) 209-8981

    24 Union St, Waterbury, CT 06706
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    Starting at $1,085 Plus Fees

    • Studio

    30 Framingham Dr, Waterbury, CT 06705

    Welcome to LIBERTY COURT, a well maintained high rise in the heart of the Wolcott shopping area. A leasing professional is ready to help you find the perfect new home at one of our two buildings. Be sure to come for a visit to check out the apartment floorplan options. Get a head start on moving now. Contact or stop by our leasing office to check the availability and schedule a tour

    Liberty Court

    (959) 800-4075

    30 Framingham Dr, Waterbury, CT 06705

Why Live in Waterbury

The Palace Theater anchors Waterbury's cultural scene with Broadway shows and concerts in a meticulously restored historic venue. Art lovers frequent the Mattatuck Museum to explore Connecticut art and regional history exhibits. The 70-acre Fulton Park, designed by the renowned Olmsted Brothers, provides extensive gardens and athletic fields for recreation. Italian cuisine shapes the local dining landscape, with longstanding establishments like Bacco's Ristorante serving traditional dishes for 83 years and Nardelli's Grinder Shoppe crafting signature sandwiches since the 1920s.

The Waterbury housing market presents diverse options across price points. The median sale price for homes stands at $269,000, with single-family homes commanding a median price of $295,000. Townhomes list at a median price of $190,000, while condominiums range from $125,000 for one-bedroom units to $160,000 for two-bedroom units. The property tax rate in Waterbury aligns with Connecticut standards at 4.50% for yearly income of $46,415, alongside a 6.35% state sales tax.

Commuters benefit from direct access to Interstate 84 and Route 8, with Metro-North Railroad service connecting to Bridgeport and New York City. CT Transit provides local bus service throughout the city. Holy Cross High School, rated A-minus by Niche, serves the Downtown Waterbury neighborhood. The University of Connecticut-Tri-Campus maintains a presence in the city. The Brass Mill Center mall serves as the primary shopping destination, while the historic Waterbury Green, dating to the 1680s, functions as the city's central gathering space.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a home in Waterbury, CT?
The median rent for a home in Waterbury, CT is $1,650 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of May 2026, condos tend to be the most affordable option while townhouses and single-family homes are currently more expensive.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in Waterbury, CT?
To comfortably afford the median rent in Waterbury, CT, a household needs to earn roughly $66,000 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $1,650 per month in Waterbury, CT, renters typically need to show $4,950 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Waterbury, CT?
In Waterbury, CT, the price-to-rent ratio is 14.1, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.

Rental Home Trends in Waterbury, CT

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
4
Median Rent
$1,650
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,750
Median Townhouse Rent
$1,700
Median Condo Rent
$1,450
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