Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West River Neighborhood of New Haven, CT from $800 (7 Rentals)

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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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76 Sherman Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

76 Sherman Ave

76 Sherman AveNew Haven, CT 06511
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365 Orchard Street
2 Bedroom Apartments

365 Orchard Street

365 Orchard StNew Haven, CT 06511
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120 Sherman Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

120 Sherman Ave

120 Sherman AveNew Haven, CT 06511
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West River, New Haven, CT Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West River, CT

As of April 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the West River area is the $1.53 price per square foot 98 Norton St Model at 98 Norton St, Unit E6 in the in the Long Wharf neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value West River apartment is the 227 Sherman Ave Model at 227 Sherman Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,600 with a $1.45 price per square foot in the Long Wharf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West River apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
98 Norton St, Unit E698 Norton St3BR,1BA$1.53
227 Sherman Ave, Unit 3227 Sherman Ave3BR,1BA$1.45
262 Winthrop Ave, Unit 1262 Winthrop Ave3BR,1BA$1.94
205 Winthrop Ave, Unit 1205 Winthrop Ave2BR,1BA$2.36
1105 Ella T Grasso Blvd, Unit 1R1105 Ella T Grasso Blvd2BR,1BA$2.67

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West River, New Haven, CT

Ranked #12

Among neighborhoods in New Haven, CT for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the West River Neighborhood in New Haven, CT

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

79 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

52 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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