What's the average rent in Fairfield, CT?

Rental Market Trends in Fairfield, CT

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SOURCE: TRULIA DATA

Rental market highlights

As of May 2026, the average rent in Fairfield, CT is $3,523 per month, which is 84% higher than the national average rent of $1,910 per month.

AVERAGE RENT

$3,523
-7.3%
-$277 decrease month-over-month
-9.7%
-$377 decrease year-over-year

AVAILABLE RENTALS

128

APARTMENTS

$3,114

HOUSES

$7,000

TOWNHOUSES

$4,800
As of May 2026, apartments are the most affordable rental option in Fairfield, CT at $3,114 per month, while houses are the most expensive at $7,000 per month. Townhomes average $4,800 per month, offering a mid-range alternative for renters.

Average rent by number of bedrooms

Floor plan typeAverage rent
1 Bedroom$2,680
2 Bedrooms$3,000
3 Bedrooms$5,667
4 Bedrooms$4,800
All$3,695
As of May 2026, the average rent for a 1 bedroom rental in Fairfield, CT is $2,680 per month, followed by $3,000 for a 2 bedroom rental, $5,667 for a 3 bedroom rental, and $4,800 for a 4 bedroom rental.

Average rent trends and rent ranges

Average rent price over time

In the past year, rent has decreased by -18% compared to the previous year, which is a $800 decrease.
This year (2026)
Last year (2025)

Rent distribution

30% of rentals have rent of $3,000-$3,799/month

Rental price range

The price range for rentals is $1,495 to $175,000.
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