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263 Dwight St

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1371 Chapel St

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30 Davis St

New HavenCT06515
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66 Trumbull St

New HavenCT06510
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89 Carlisle St

New HavenCT06519
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136 Dwight
2 Bedroom Apartments

136 Dwight

136 Dwight StNew Haven, CT 06511
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49 Prince St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

49 Prince St

49 Prince StNew Haven, CT 06519
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Brendan Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brendan Towers

457-461 Whalley AveNew Haven, CT 06511
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1447 Chapel Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1447 Chapel Street

1447 Chapel StNew Haven, CT 06511
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434 George Street
Studio Apartments

434 George Street

434 George StNew Haven, CT 06511
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New Haven, CT Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in New Haven, CT

Pricing Updated: 04/19/2025

Current apartment rentals in the New Haven, CT area range in price from $800 to $11,195 with an overall median price of $5,675. The three New Haven neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are West River at $1,395, Cheshire Crossing at $1,100, and East Shore at $1,800. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for New Haven Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
West River$2,150$1,39520
Cheshire Crossing$2,175$1,10037
East Shore$2,250$1,8001
Quinnipiac Meadows$2,250$1,11516
Edgewood$2,800$1,35039
Westhills$2,847$1,495108
Amity$2,900$1,395197
Waterbury Middlebury$2,999$875108
Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia$3,000$800119
Fair Haven Heights$3,388$1,350136

Cheapest Available New Haven Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in New Haven, CT is a Studio unit found at Kenneth Gardens in the Outer Milford Orange neighborhood priced from $1,095. Olive & Wooster Apartments in the Long Wharf neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,129. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Haven apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kenneth GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Olive & Wooster ApartmentsD4 Co-Living4BR,4BA$1,129
Green View Commons1 Bedroom Rosehill1BR,1BA$1,200
Parkwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Brushy Hill Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
19-21 Lynwood Place19 Lynwood Place 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,295
Seramonte EstatesStudiosStudio,1BA$1,300
Orange GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,300
Tivoli GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
Sutton ViewsStudioStudio,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Haven, CT

As of April 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the New Haven area is the $0.72 price per square foot 12 Lilac St Model at 12 Lilac St, Unit 3 in the in the Prospect Hill neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value New Haven apartment is the 91 Blake St Model at 91 Blake St, Unit Blake Street complex starting at $1,700 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the Long Wharf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New Haven apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
12 Lilac St, Unit 312 Lilac St2BR,1BA$0.72
91 Blake St, Unit Blake Street complex91 Blake St2BR,1BA$0.89
Pine Rock Student Living4 Bed 3 Bath Townhouse PR Furnished4BR,3BA$1.46
70 Peck St, Unit 12070 Peck St3BR,2BA$1.53
302 Union Ave, Unit 1st floor302 Union Ave2BR,1BA$1.21
396 Ellsworth Ave, Unit 1396 Ellsworth Ave2BR,1BA$1.30
53 Chatham St53 Chatham St3BR,2BA$1.43
1499 Ella T Grasso Blvd, Unit C71499 Ella T Grasso Blvd3BR,1BA$1.32
Colonial Court Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.50
Tivoli GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.53

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New Haven Overview

New Haven, Connecticut is nestled along the New Haven Harbor on the northern shore and is a gorgeous place to settle down. This is the second-largest city in the state with a booming economy and a rich history. The city is thriving with a population of more than 130,000 people. It is the “Cultural Capital of Connecticut,” with a range of attractions and amenities. The city is very welcoming with many charming available New Haven apartment communities and friendly neighbors.

Why live in New Haven, CT?

If you are wondering why you should move to New Haven, there are many things you need to take into consideration. First, the culture is rich and diverse, the nightlife in the city is always happening, with many fun events and opportunities to make friends. New Haven is one of the best places to grab a bite to eat, with many “foodies” raving about the amazing restaurants, with many specializing in foreign foods. People from all over come to the city, as it is known across the county for its “apizza,” which is said to be some of the best in the world.

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Getting Around New Haven, CT

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

56 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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Selina • 4+ years in New Haven

February 25, 2025

New haven is a special place that is why people from all cultures want to come here believe it or not Ernie's Pizzeria has the best pizza in New Haven and I went to the Ives library and the community actual put on a show showcasing all kinds of talent and it was free and fun..and there is so much to eat it is crazy...every where in New Haven but pizza....like I said Ernie got you...it is better than Wooster square dare I say oooo...To late..and you can always catch a bus or train..and the vibes are unshakeable because of our many cultures...I once saw a movie on a giant screen at mayor Daniel school on Congress Ave..thanks to parks and rec..New Haven can be wonderful..but I gotta say prices are high and money can fly...but unfortunately these are the times...stay blessed.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New Haven Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in New Haven?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in New Haven is under $1,350.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in New Haven?

The cheapest apartment in New Haven is Green View Commons which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in New Haven costs $5,675.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in New Haven?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 173 regular apartments in New Haven that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in New Haven?

Cheap apartments in New Haven have an average cost of $469 which is $5,206 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in New Haven.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.