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Typical Rent in 06051 — New Britain, CT
The typical 1-bedroom rent in 06051 (New Britain, CT) is $1,190/month as of 2026, based on 3 data sources. Rents have risen 4.2% year over year, so an increase above 4.2% exceeds the local market trend. Studio: $1,030. 2-bedroom: $1,500.
Rents in New Britain have changed approximately +0.8% – +14.4% over the past year based on local market data. A rent increase above 14.4% is above the local market trend.
Fair Market Rent · 1-Bedroom
$1,190/mo
Source: HUD Fair Market Rent
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Based on federal benchmarks and 2 additional market sources.
The HUD Fair Market Rent for a 1-bedroom in 06051 (New Britain, CT) is $1,190 for FY2026.
Rents in 06051 have increased 4.2% year-over-year based on local market data.
The confidence level for this estimate is moderate based on 3 data sources.
Based on local market data, a fair rent increase in New Britain (06051) is approximately 4.2% for 2026. The typical 1-bedroom rent is $1,190/month. Any increase significantly above 4.2% exceeds the local market trend and may be worth negotiating.
Sources: local market data, HUD SAFMR FY2026, Rentcast. Updated February 2026.
What Should Rent Cost in 06051 (New Britain)?
Typical rent ranges based on HUD benchmarks and market data. In areas with limited listing data, ranges reflect federal benchmarks and may be wider than actual market conditions.
A studio in 06051 (New Britain) typically rents for $1,030 – $1,185.
Rents above $1,363 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 1-bedroom in 06051 (New Britain) typically rents for $1,190 – $1,369.
Rents above $1,574 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 2-bedroom in 06051 (New Britain) typically rents for $1,500 – $1,725.
Rents above $1,984 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 3-bedroom in 06051 (New Britain) typically rents for $1,800 – $2,070.
Rents above $2,381 are in the top 25% for this area.
A 4-bedroom in 06051 (New Britain) typically rents for $2,040 – $2,346.
Rents above $2,698 are in the top 25% for this area.
Current Asking Rents in 06051
Average Asking Rent
$1,651/mo
Typical Asking Rent
$1,650/mo
Range
$750 – $3,185
Active Listings
121
These are current asking rents from active listings in 06051. Compare to the HUD fair market rent above to see how the market compares to federal benchmarks.
Source: Live market data (cached)
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Rent Trends in New Britain, CT
+4.2%
Rents in 06051 (New Britain) are rising at +4.2% year-over-year.
⚠ Mixed signals
Market sources range from +0.8% to +14.4%
Local vacancy rate: 5.6%
Sources: Zillow ZORI, HUD Fair Market Rent
Federal Rent Benchmarks for 06051
HUD Fair Market Rents are federal rent benchmarks used for housing programs, published annually by HUD.Note: These values represent the HUD metro-area benchmark for the Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford, CT MSA area, not zip-specific rates.
| Bedroom Size | Fair Market Rent |
|---|---|
| Studio | $1,030 |
| 1-Bedroom | $1,190 |
| 2-Bedroom | $1,500 |
| 3-Bedroom | $1,800 |
| 4-Bedroom | $2,040 |
Source: HUD SAFMR FY2026 · Updated
Questions about rent in 06051
What is the average 1-bedroom rent in 06051?
The typical 1-bedroom rent in 06051 (New Britain, CT) is $1,190/month as of 2026. This page also shows nearby bedroom benchmarks, including studio rent at $1,030 and 2-bedroom rent at $1,500.
What is a fair rent increase in 06051?
A rent increase up to about 4.2% is in line with the recent local market trend in 06051. An increase above that level is above trend and may justify a closer review against local pricing and comparable apartments.
Are rents going up or down in 06051?
Rents in 06051 have risen 4.2% year over year based on the local trend data used on this page.
How much do studios and 2-bedrooms cost in 06051?
On this page, studio rent in 06051 is $1,030/month and 2-bedroom rent is $1,500/month. These figures help show whether your current or proposed rent fits the broader local bedroom mix.
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