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227 Olivia St Unit 1st Floor

227 Olivia St, Derby, CT 06418

Shelton at a Glance

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Shelton, CT Apartments for Rent

Shelton is a city in Fairfield County along the banks of the Housatonic River, offering suburban convenience and natural beauty just ten miles west of New Haven. If you're looking for apartments for rent in Shelton, you'll discover a community that balances easy access to major cities with plenty of outdoor recreation, including parks, trails, and open spaces like Indian Well State Park and Roosevelt Forest. Originally settled as part of Stratford in 1639, Shelton has grown into a city of over 40,000 residents while maintaining its connection to the surrounding landscape.

Renting in Shelton means you'll enjoy local farms, golf courses, and entertainment venues like the SportsCenter of Connecticut, plus practical commuting options via Route 8, Metro-North train service, and nearby Tweed New Haven Airport. The city's location makes it ideal if you work in New Haven or Bridgeport, while also providing reasonable access to New York City for weekend getaways. With a median household income of over $107,000 and apartment communities ranging from studios to three-bedroom units, Shelton attracts renters who want a quieter lifestyle without giving up connections to job centers and city amenities throughout the region.

Renting in Shelton

Average Rental Rates and Apartment Sizes

Apartment Type Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Studio 580 Sq Ft $1,737 / mo
1 Bedroom 766 Sq Ft $2,117 / mo
2 Bedrooms 1,145 Sq Ft $2,738 / mo
3 Bedrooms 1,553 Sq Ft $2,909 / mo

Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Shelton

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Neighborhoods Average Sq Ft Average Rent
Trumbull/Upper Stratford/Shelton 986 Sq Ft $2,328/mo

Average Rent in Nearby Cities

(For 1 bedroom apartments)

Cities Average Rent
Shelton $2,330/mo
Seymour $1,500/mo
Stratford $1,962/mo
Milford $2,331/mo
Bridgeport $2,343/mo
West Haven $1,600/mo
New Haven $2,526/mo

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Yale University, West Campus West Campus

Sacred Heart University

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Elizabeth Shelton School

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Mohegan School

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Sunnyside School

Public Elementary School

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Grades K-5

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Booth Hill School

Public Elementary School

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Grades K-5

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Perry Hill Elementary School

Public Elementary School

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Grades K-5

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Frequently asked questions about renting in Shelton, CT

What are the average rent costs in Shelton, CT?

The average rent in Shelton, CT is $2,117.

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Shelton, CT?

The average rent for a studio apartment in Shelton, CT is $1,737.

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Shelton, CT?

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Shelton, CT is $2,117.

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Shelton, CT?

The average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment in Shelton, CT is $2,738.

What are the average rent costs of a three bedroom apartment in Shelton, CT?

The average rent for a 3 bedroom apartment in Shelton, CT is $2,909.

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Shelton, CT Apartments for Rent

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Rooms for Rent in Shelton, CT

227 Olivia St Unit 1st Floor

Shelton at a Glance

Average Rent

School Rating

Shelton, CT Apartments for Rent

Renting in Shelton

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Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods in Shelton

Average Rent in Nearby Cities

Education

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Shelton Apartments for Rent in Your Budget

Frequently asked questions about renting in Shelton, CT

What are the average rent costs in Shelton, CT?

What are the average rent costs of a studio apartment in Shelton, CT?

What are the average rent costs of a one bedroom apartment in Shelton, CT?

What are the average rent costs of a two bedroom apartment in Shelton, CT?

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