Honestly it depends on your comfortability with areas that are actually decent but may not meet your curb appeal standards. There are actually lots of apartments that you can afford within your price range.

I would start by looking on Facebook marketplace at apartments for rent. Then check out Craigslist, then check out normal apartment websites.

Avoid areas like Westville, East rock, west rock, downtown, and over the bridge past fair haven because that’s were apartments get to be pretty pricey.

If you get me a number that works for you I’ll link some apartment options for you