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South Windsor

·22nd most expensive in Connecticut·South Windsor rents are up 12.0% over the past year
Median rent (all units)
$2,383/mo
Year-over-Year
+12.0%
Month-over-Month
+2.0%
vs US Median
+$418
Rising (Monthly)
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South Windsor · $2,383
More expensive than 75% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
40% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $2,383/mo, rent takes about 40% of the US median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$95,000/yr
US median income
$72,000/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using South Windsor's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,450
1 BR
$1,670
2 BR
$2,110
3 BR
$2,540
4 BR+
$3,020
Research median
$2,110/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$28,596/yr
At $2,383/mo median
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Rents are up 12.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (+12.0% YoY, +2.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in South Windsor is $2,383/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,450/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $2,110/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,670/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,540/mo.

At 40% of estimated US median household income ($72,000/yr), South Windsor ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.0% over the past year.

FAQ

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Is South Windsor an affordable city for renters?

South Windsor is considered moderate for renters. At $2,383/mo, rent takes approximately 40% of the US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. South Windsor slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in South Windsor?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $95,000/year (~$46/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $2,383/mo in South Windsor.

Is rent going up or down in South Windsor?

Rent in South Windsor has increased 12.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does South Windsor rent compare to other cities in Connecticut?

South Windsor is middle-of-the-pack for Connecticut for rent, ranking #22 out of 56 tracked cities at $2,383/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than South Windsor?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than South Windsor ($2,383/mo): East Hartford ($1,539/mo), Hartford ($1,672/mo), Vernon Rockville ($1,834/mo).

How does South Windsor rent compare to the national average?

South Windsor's median rent of $2,383/mo is $418 (21%) above the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Connecticut, it ranks #22 out of 56 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
40%
MODERATE

At $2,383/mo, rent takes ~40% of US median household income ($72,000/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

South Windsor 40%Benchmark 30%
State income tax3–6.99%
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