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One Bedroom Apartments under $2,500 for Rent in Meriden, CT

137 Rentals
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  2. Building Photo - The Arlo
    1 Month Free
    1 Month Free
    1 BED
    $2,080
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,045 - $2,185
    Required Monthly Fees$35
    Total Monthly Price$2,080 - $2,220

    The Arlo

    211 Pomeroy Ave, Meriden, CT 06450
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  12. Building Photo - Meriden Commons
    1 BED
    $1,081
    Plus Fees - 12 Month Lease

    Meriden Commons

    161 State St, Meriden, CT 06450
  13. Building Photo - 281 Hanover St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,200
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,200
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,200

    281 Hanover St Unit 4

    281 Hanover St, Meriden, CT 06451
  14. Building Photo - 32 Cook Ave
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,450

    32 Cook Ave Unit D23

    32 Cook Ave, Meriden, CT 06451
  15. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,450

    62 Wood St

    62 Wood St, Meriden, CT 06451
  16. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $2,000
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$2,000
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$2,000

    61 Colony St Unit 2B

    61 Colony St, Meriden, CT 06451
  17. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,450

    81 W Main St Unit 13

    81 W Main St, Meriden, CT 06451
  18. Building Photo - 49 Long Meadow Dr
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,750
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,750
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,750

    49 Long Meadow Dr

    49 Long Meadow Dr, Meriden, CT 06450
  19. Building Photo - 32 Cook Ave
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,450
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,450
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,450

    32 Cook Ave Unit B8

    32 Cook Ave, Meriden, CT 06451
  20. Building Photo - 61-65 W Main
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,050
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,050
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,050

    61-65 W Main Unit L

    63 W Main St, Meriden, CT 06451
  21. Building Photo - 222 E Main St
    1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,190
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,190
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,190

    222 E Main St

    222 E Main St, Meriden, CT 06450
  22. 1 BED, 1 BATH
    $1,249
    Total Monthly Price Total Monthly Price New
    Base Rent$1,249
    Required Monthly FeesNone
    Total Monthly Price$1,249

    1187-1191 Hanover Ave - 1191 - 1st Floor-

    1187-1191 Hanover Ave, Meriden, CT 06451

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Meriden at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,389
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29

Some Transit

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35

Somewhat Bikeable

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Meriden, CT Apartments for Rent

Known as "The Silver City" for its rich manufacturing heritage, Meriden combines small-city living with a convenient central location. Situated halfway between New Haven and Hartford in Connecticut's central valley, Meriden offers apartments at rental rates generally below the state median. The city spans 24 square miles and features striking natural landscapes, including the Hanging Hills and Castle Craig tower, offering sweeping views of the Connecticut Valley.

Meriden's apartment market presents various options across its neighborhoods, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,341 monthly compared to Connecticut's state average of $1,837. The downtown area features a transit center providing commuter rail service, while Hubbard Park encompasses over 1,800 acres of outdoor recreation space. Located along Interstate 91 and Route 15, Meriden provides convenient access to employment centers throughout central Connecticut.

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Getting Around Meriden

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59

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
35

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
29

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Francis T. Maloney High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,264 Students
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Orville H. Platt High School

Public High School

Public
Grades 9-12
1,108 Students
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Lincoln Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
688 Students
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Washington Middle School

Public Middle School

Public
Grades 6-8
622 Students
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Israel Putnam School

Public Elementary School

Public
Grades K-5
500 Students

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