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If you’re an active, independent older adult looking for senior housing in Bridgeport, senior citizen apartments in Bridgeport might be the right fit. Apartments for seniors typically don’t include personal care services, but may offer amenities, activities, and maintenance for a stress-free, social lifestyle.
A Place for Mom can help older adults navigate how to apply for senior housing in Bridgeport and consider their options. With 12 senior rentals in Bridgeport, CT, we can help you find the right apartment for your budget and lifestyle. Whether you’re looking for upscale Bridgeport 55-plus apartments or low-income senior apartments for rent in Bridgeport, A Place for Mom can simplify your search.
We are also serving Senior Apartments facilities in surrounding neighborhoods like West End West Side, East Side Bridgeport and Black Rock.
You may also consider nearby communities such as Norwalk, Fairfield or Tunxis Hill.
Types of care available in Bridgeport, CT
Senior Apartments
21 Station Road, Wilton, CT 06897
I absolutely LOVE it!! I'm trying to get settled. All three children were here from California, Massachusetts, and Washington, D.C. to move me.
Wilton Commons is a beautiful newly constructed elderly development located in Wilton, CT. The amenities include central air, gazebo, on-site storage, on-site laundry, community room, activity room, a meditation room, convenience store, salon, monthly blood pressure screenings, and weekly...
140 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604
140 Fairfield Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604
115 Washington Ave # 1, Bridgeport, CT 06604
115 Washington Ave # 1, Bridgeport, CT 06604
285 Maplewood Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605
Sycamore Place Apartments is a senior's housing residence located in Bridgeport, Fairfield County, Connecticut. With a positive and welcoming atmosphere, Sycamore Place Apartments is a wonderful choice for your new home. Known as 'Park City', Bridgeport is a dream for anyone who loves nature and...
4190 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604
4190 Park Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604
6454 Main St, Trumbull, CT 06611
Perhaps the greatest joy in retiring is knowing you can live life to its fullest.Maintaining your independence and helping you enjoy your life is our main goal at Carmel Ridge and Teresian Towers. Located on the grounds of St. Joseph’s Center, our unique independent senior communities provide the...
256 Peck Lane, Orange, CT 06477
We offer a very neat and quiet independent living for seniors 62 years and up. Walking distance to all shopping in Post Road Orange-CT. We coordinate with Orange senior community center to take advantage of all great services and programs they offer to seniors.
256 Peck Lane, Orange, CT 06477
We offer a very neat and quiet independent living for seniors 62 years and up. Walking distance to all shopping in Post Road Orange-CT. We coordinate with Orange senior community center to take advantage of all great services and programs they offer to seniors.
118 Clinton Ave, New Haven, CT 06513
The average cost of senior living in Bridgeport is 2,693 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Middletown, CT with an average of 1,118 per month.
Planning ahead can better position you to make good choices for your loved one’s care in the future. But if your aging family member needs care now, there are ways to finance the cost of long-term care through a combination of approaches.
Senior apartments offer a no-frills housing option for active and independent seniors. Units are often designed with senior-friendly features for accessibility, such as elevators and wide doorways. In general, senior apartments don’t provide health care services or daily assistance. Many senior apartments include:
Senior apartments are communities geared exclusively toward residents 55+, and offer amenities similar to a typical apartment complex. These communities offer older adults an easier lifestyle by taking care of tasks such as yard work and household repairs, but they typically provide limited organized social events and few additional services compared to those offered by independent or assisted living communities.
In the state of Connecticut, the median monthly cost for a senior apartment is about $1,350.
When it comes to senior apartments, Bridgeport, CT offers many great options, and A Place for Mom can help you find the right one.
The cost-of-living index in Bridgeport is rated 15 points higher than the national average. The grocery index is rated four points higher than the national average. All index scores are based on a sliding scale with the national average set at 100.
| Cost-of-living index | Grocery index | Median rent | Rent burden | Median home value | Median family income | Estate tax |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 115 | 104 | $1,666 | 27.4% spend over 30% of their income on rent | $169,205 | $44,841 | The top estate tax rate is 12% with a cap at $15 million. There is an exemption threshold of $5.1 million. |
The top hospitals in Bridgeport include:
Bridgeport has a humid subtropical type of climate. This means that the city has hot, humid summers and brief but snowy winters. The city receives a high amount of precipitation during the transition seasons of spring and fall. On average, the humidity level for Bridgeport is roughly 67%. The average humidity levels are highest during the month of September at roughly 70%.
Seasonal Temperatures
| Average summer temp | Typical summer high | Typical summer low | Average winter temp | Typical winter high | Typical winter low |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 74°F | 85°F (July) | 60°F (July) | 34°F | 46°F (December) | 23°F (January) |
Air Quality
| Average air quality index rating | Average maximum air quality index rating |
|---|---|
| 48 (Good) | 76 in the month of December (Moderate) |
Moderate air quality conditions means that those who are sensitive to particulates in the air should limit the amount of time they spend on outdoor exertion.
Precipitation
| Average monthly precipitation | Average maximum monthly precipitation | Average yearly snowfall |
|---|---|---|
| 4” | 5” (December) | 30” |
Like many other East Coast cities, Bridgeport leans liberal in most elections.
2016 Presidential Election for Fairfield County
| Voted Democratic | Voted Republican | Voted Third Party |
|---|---|---|
| 57.30% | 38.47% | 4.23% |
Population Statistics
| Population metro area | Population city proper | Population density | Population trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 938,406 | 146,579 | 3,523 people per square mile | Shrinking at a rate of -0.35% |
Age
| Median | 55+ | 60+ | 70+ | 80+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 34 | 22% | 9% | 4% | 3% |
Highest Level of Education
| High-school diploma | College degree | Graduate degree |
|---|---|---|
| 32% | 18% | 7% |
Race & Ethnicity
| Asian | Black | Hispanic | Native American | Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian | White | Two or more |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5% | 35.3% | 40% | 0.5% | <1% | 20.3% | 4.7% |
Crime
| Total crimes | Property crimes per 1,000 citizens | Violent crimes per 1,000 citizens |
|---|---|---|
| 4,731 | 23 | 9 |
Miscellaneous
| Unemployed | Participate in the labor force | Have some form of disability | Live in poverty | Widows | Veterans |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14% | 68% | 13% | 21% | 6% | 4% |
Bridgeport is considered moderately unfriendly to members of the LGBTQ+ community. This means that members of the community may potentially face bigotry or discrimination from members of the public. However each neighborhood is different and this may not be true across the whole city.
The East Coast seatown of Bridgeport is located right on the Atlantic seaboard. The city is known for its majestic shoreline, its fascinating museums, and its dedication to the performing arts. The town’s website lists a number of attractions and events that highlight the best aspects of living in Bridgeport. The Jefferson Ferry provides the best view of the city from the middle of the Long Island Sound. The Beardsley Zoo is one of the most popular attractions in the city boasting five enclosures including a predator enclosure, a South American Rainforest biome, and alligator alley. The top museums in the city include the P.T. Barnum museum which commemorates the one-time mayor and local legend. Located downtown in Barnum’s terra cotta mansion, the museum has a number of artifacts that serve as reminders to the dark and storied history of the American circus. The Discovery Museum is dedicated to science and learning and is a great place for the whole family to learn more about the natural world.
The city of Bridgeport prides itself on its dedication to the arts. The Housatonic Museum of Art has a wide collection of pieces from the 1700s, 1800s and 1900s. They also feature pieces made by students at the nearby Housatonic College. The Downtown Cabaret Theatre is a historical building and one of the premiere performing arts venues in the city. The 1,500-seat Klein Memorial Auditorium is home to the Greater Bridgeport Symphony, the New England Ballet Company, and the Greater Bridgeport Youth Orchestras.
For those who enjoy outdoor recreation there is Seaside Park. The park is 325 acres large and has over three miles of coastline that is dotted with beaches. The park was designed by the same person who designed Central Park in New York City and includes a wildlife preserve and a lighthouse. Fairchild Wheeler is the city’s municipal golf course and offers two 18-hole courses that are open to the public.
Transportation
There are not many public transportation options available within the city and a car may be necessary to get around. The Metro-North commuter line offers daily service to New York City, and regional service to the surrounding areas. Bridgeport also has a stop along Amtrak’s regional East Coast train line.
Boulder Ridge, High Pointe Apartments and Wilton Commons are the top-rated senior apartments near Bridgeport, Connecticut. See full list of communities.
There are 12 senior apartments near Bridgeport, Connecticut. See the full list.
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