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All About

Living in Meriden, CT

Located halfway between New Haven and Hartford, Meriden is close to top-notch universities, the expansive Quinnipiac River and glorious mountains. As you begin your search for Meriden apartments, discover more about the city nicknamed the Crossroads of Connecticut.

Meriden apartments are an ideal place to call home if you're attending college in the area, as most major Connecticut colleges and universities are within a 30-mile drive from Meriden. Wesleyan University is located about 10 miles east in Middletown; Trinity College, Rensselaer Polytechnic, the University of Hartford and Central Connecticut State University are north of Meriden near Hartford; and the University of New Haven and Yale University are about 25 miles south of Meriden near New Haven.

When you need to get out of your apartment for the weekend, venture just a short drive from Meriden to Sturbridge Yankee Village, a major shopping destination, to the north or Mystic Seaport, a waterfront museum, to the southeast. Of course, beauty can be found inside the city in the form of the Traprock Ridges, a set of towering mountains that border Meriden. Castle Craig, an observation tower atop East Peak, is a great spot to catch gorgeous views of Meriden; you may even spot your apartment complex from one of the windows.

The tower is part of the 1,800-acre Hubbard Park, a recreational park with tennis courts, a lake, pavilion, children's play area and hiking trails. Look for apartments on the west side of Meriden if you enjoy an active lifestyle.

If you work up an appetite after hiking or just don't want to cook in your Meriden apartment kitchen, visit some of the city's best restaurants. At Little Rendezvous, order a pizza cooked in a 110-year-old brick oven, particularly a pie with eggplant or sausage on it. Tacos Mi Nacho, an authentic taqueria, serves up chorizo burritos and cold horchata.

There are numerous opportunities for recreation, business and more in the city of Meriden. Find Meriden apartments that fit your lifestyle on ApartmentGuide.com.

What Renters Like and Dislike

What Renters Like and Dislike About Meriden

My good is with in two or three blocks from. downtown. Police presence is above normal towns . It's also has a lot of single family homes.

It is walkable to target and right next to the highways. It's also super close to the hospital and the mall (not that that matters anymore)

It is close to highway access. It's in the middle of the state. There's a hospital close by. I'm out of the valley

Kids can ride their bikes up and down our flat road. There's a park and pond within a stones throw. Schools are close. Generally quiet.

Local community with friendly neighbors, most of whom know each other, creating a safe communwith beautiful views at night

There is a diner down the street and a convenience store there is a dog park and a pond at one end and only 2 ways to access my road

Who Lives Here

Meriden Demographics

Education

High School

34%

Associate's

17%

Bachelor's

10%

Master's

3%

Doctorate

36%

Family Size

2 people

49%

3 people

23%

4 people

17%

5 people

8%

6+ people

3%

Household Income

0-50k

42%

50-100k

34%

100-150k

14%

150-200k

6%

200k+

4%

Age

0-10

11%

10-20

10%

20-45

34%

45-65

28%

65+

16%

Affordability

How expensive is it in Meriden?

Percentage: 3/53/5

Renters gave this area a 3 out of 5 for affordability

Rent Trends

Studio1 Bed2 Beds3 Beds
Sep '23$1300$1000$1200$1350
Aug '23$1300$1000$1200$1350
Jul '23$1300$1000$1200$1350
Jun '23$1300$1000$1200$1350
May '23$1300$1000$1200$1350
Apr '23$1300$1000$1200$1350
Mar '23$1300$1000$1200$1350
Feb '23$950$1000$1200$1350
Jan '23$950$1000$1200$1350
Dec '22$950$1000$1200$1350
Nov '22$745$1000$1200$1350
Oct '22$745$1000$1200$1350
Sep '22$745$1000$1200$1350

*The rent information included in this summary is based on a median calculation of multifamily rental property inventory on Apartment Guide and Rent.com over the past 12-months and is for illustrative purposes only. This information does not constitute a pricing guarantee or financial advice related to the rental market.

Getting Around Meriden

Meriden Transportation

Commute Time

0-15 Mins

29%

15-30 Mins

42%

30-40 Mins

17%

40-60 Mins

9%

60+ Mins

4%

Transportation Scores

Percentage: 5050

Walk Score®

Walkable

No

Say 36 of 50 renters

Has Sidewalks

Yes

Say 32 of 50 renters

Percentage: 3838

Bike Score®

Bike Friendly

Yes

Say 30 of 50 renters

Top Scores: Retail, Medicine, Grocery

Things To Do In Meriden

Top Score

Retail Shops

3.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You can shop till you drop in Meriden.

  1. Few shops per resident
  2. Significantly more shops than average
  3. 41% more shops than areas of a similar size

Medical Care

3/5 stars based on undefined reviews

More of a gem than germ, this Meriden is not too bad for medical care.

  1. A high number of medical facilities per resident
  2. Significantly more medical facilities than average
  3. Significantly more medical facilities than areas of a similar size

Grocery Stores

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Not bad on the supermarket score. Meriden gets an average rating.

  1. A high number of grocery stores per resident
  2. Significantly more grocery stores than average
  3. Significantly more grocery stores than areas of a similar size

Nightlife

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Nightlife is on the rocks in Meriden.

  1. A high number of bars and clubs per resident
  2. 25% fewer bars and clubs than average
  3. 92% more bars and clubs than areas of a similar size

Parks

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

There's fresh air to be had here.

  1. Few parks per resident
  2. 15% more parks than average
  3. 12% fewer parks than areas of a similar size

Health and Fitness

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Cardio is hale and hardy in Meriden.

  1. Few gyms per resident
  2. 15% more gyms than average
  3. 13% fewer gyms than areas of a similar size

Gas Stations

2.5/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The road is less traveled for filling the tank up in Meriden.

  1. Few gas stations per resident
  2. 52% more gas stations than average
  3. A standard number of gas stations compared to areas of a similar size

Restaurants

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Meriden serves up a dining scene that's only lukewarm.

  1. Few restaurants per resident
  2. 7% more restaurants than average
  3. 10% fewer restaurants than areas of a similar size

Coffee

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

The coffee scene is lukewarm in Meriden.

  1. Few coffee shops per resident
  2. 65% fewer coffee shops than average
  3. 52% fewer coffee shops than areas of a similar size

Pet Services

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

Meriden could do with more oppawtunities for pets.

  1. Few pet facilities per resident
  2. 51% fewer pet facilities than average
  3. 66% fewer pet facilities than areas of a similar size

Fine Arts

2/5 stars based on undefined reviews

You gotta Van Gogh somewhere else for art.

  1. Few fine art centers per resident
  2. An average number of fine art centers
  3. 43% more fine art centers than areas of a similar size

What Renters Are Saying

Meriden Features

Area Has Litter

No

Say 48 of 50 renters

Noise Late At Night

No

Say 44 of 50 renters

Good Place To Raise A Family

Yes

Say 42 of 50 renters

Mostly Older Buildings

No

Say 39 of 50 renters

Area Has Potholes

No

Say 38 of 50 renters

Busy Streets

No

Say 37 of 50 renters

Near Grocery Stores

Yes

Say 36 of 50 renters

Pet Friendly

Yes

Say 36 of 50 renters

Near Schools

Yes

Say 35 of 50 renters

Safe For Families

Yes

Say 35 of 50 renters

Quiet Area

Yes

Say 34 of 50 renters

Maintained Yards

Yes

Say 30 of 50 renters

Area Has Kids Play Outside

Yes

Say 28 of 50 renters

Near Highways

Yes

Say 28 of 50 renters

Tree Lined Streets

Yes

Say 28 of 50 renters

Nearby Parks

Yes

Say 26 of 50 renters

Well Lit

No

Say 26 of 50 renters

Near Downtown

No

Say 30 of 50 renters

Nice Views

No

Say 36 of 50 renters

Mostly Newer Buildings

No

Say 43 of 50 renters

Meriden Education

Schools

Percentage: 4/54/5

School Score

How satisfied do renters feel with the schools in this area.

Top Schools in Meriden

5/10

John Barry Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

7/10

Benjamin Franklin Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

5/10

Casimir Pulaski Elementary School

Grades K-5 • Public

6/10

Israel Putnam Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

3/10

Roger Sherman Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

5/10

Nathan Hale Elementary School

Grades PK-5 • Public

Information provided by GreatSchools. To verify school enrollment eligibility, contact the school district directly.

All About

Living in Meriden, CT

Located halfway between New Haven and Hartford, Meriden is close to top-notch universities, the expansive Quinnipiac River and glorious mountains. As you begin your search for Meriden apartments, discover more about the city nicknamed the Crossroads of Connecticut.

Meriden apartments are an ideal place to call home if you're attending college in the area, as most major Connecticut colleges and universities are within a 30-mile drive from Meriden. Wesleyan University is located about 10 miles east in Middletown; Trinity College, Rensselaer Polytechnic, the University of Hartford and Central Connecticut State University are north of Meriden near Hartford; and the University of New Haven and Yale University are about 25 miles south of Meriden near New Haven.

When you need to get out of your apartment for the weekend, venture just a short drive from Meriden to Sturbridge Yankee Village, a major shopping destination, to the north or Mystic Seaport, a waterfront museum, to the southeast. Of course, beauty can be found inside the city in the form of the Traprock Ridges, a set of towering mountains that border Meriden. Castle Craig, an observation tower atop East Peak, is a great spot to catch gorgeous views of Meriden; you may even spot your apartment complex from one of the windows.

The tower is part of the 1,800-acre Hubbard Park, a recreational park with tennis courts, a lake, pavilion, children's play area and hiking trails. Look for apartments on the west side of Meriden if you enjoy an active lifestyle.

If you work up an appetite after hiking or just don't want to cook in your Meriden apartment kitchen, visit some of the city's best restaurants. At Little Rendezvous, order a pizza cooked in a 110-year-old brick oven, particularly a pie with eggplant or sausage on it. Tacos Mi Nacho, an authentic taqueria, serves up chorizo burritos and cold horchata.

There are numerous opportunities for recreation, business and more in the city of Meriden. Find Meriden apartments that fit your lifestyle on ApartmentGuide.com.

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