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

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West River?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,560 | $1,395 | $1,800 |
West River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,741 | $1,400 | $2,000 |
West River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,824 | $1,600 | $2,200 |
West River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,425 | $2,100 | $2,750 |
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There are currently 7 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West River Neighborhood of New Haven, CT.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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98 Norton St, Unit E6 | 98 Norton St | 3BR,1BA | $1.53 |
227 Sherman Ave, Unit 3 | 227 Sherman Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.45 |
262 Winthrop Ave, Unit 1 | 262 Winthrop Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.94 |
205 Winthrop Ave, Unit 1 | 205 Winthrop Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.36 |
1105 Ella T Grasso Blvd, Unit 1R | 1105 Ella T Grasso Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest River, New Haven, CT
Ranked #12
Among neighborhoods in New Haven, CT for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
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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.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
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