Cheap Homes for Rent in East Haven, CT from $1,500 (22 Rentals)

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property at 422 Main St

$1,500

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1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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422 Main St

East HavenCT06512
property at 213 Ferry St

$1,500 - $1,750

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$1,500

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1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals

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213 Ferry St

New HavenCT06513
property at 554 Eastern St

$1,550

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$1,550

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$1,550

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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554 Eastern St

New HavenCT06513
property at 1275 Quinnipiac Ave

$1,550 - $1,700

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$1,550

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1275 Quinnipiac Ave

New HavenCT06513
property at 1-3 Parker Memorial Dr

$1,650

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$1,650

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$1,650

3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Home for Rent

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1-3 Parker Memorial Dr

BranfordCT06405
property at 55 Elliot St

$1,650

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2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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55 Elliot St

New HavenCT06519
property at 85 Hemingway Ave

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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85 Hemingway Ave

East HavenCT06512

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property at 53 Brushy Plain Rd

$1,800

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$1,800

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$1,800

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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53 Brushy Plain Rd

BranfordCT06405
property at 1280 Townsend Ave

$1,895

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$1,895

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$1,895

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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1280 Townsend Ave

New HavenCT06513
property at 1280 Townsend Ave

$1,895

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2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Condo for Rent

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1280 Townsend Ave

New HavenCT06513
property at 15 Park Pl

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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15 Park Pl

East HavenCT06512
property at 1423 Quinnipiac Ave

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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1423 Quinnipiac Ave

New HavenCT06513
property at 12 Cedar Ct

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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12 Cedar Ct

East HavenCT06513

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property at 105 Florence Rd

$1,900

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$1,900

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$1,900

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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105 Florence Rd

BranfordCT06405
property at 3 Howard Ave

$1,950

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$1,950

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$1,950

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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3 Howard Ave

BranfordCT06405
property at 1280 Townsend Ave

$1,950

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$1,950

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$1,950

2 Bedroom, 2 Bath Townhome for Rent

Available Jan 15

1280 Townsend Ave

New HavenCT06513
property at 389 Lombard St

$2,035

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$2,035

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$2,035

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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389 Lombard St

New HavenCT06513
property at 85a Hemingway Ave

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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85a Hemingway Ave

East HavenCT06512
property at 78 Saltonstall Pky

$2,100

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$2,100

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$2,100

3 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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78 Saltonstall Pky, Unit 13B

78 Saltonstall Pky
East HavenCT06512

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property at 75 Saltonstall Pkwy

$2,200

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$2,200

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$2,200

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Condo for Rent

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75 Saltonstall Pkwy

East HavenCT06512

East Haven, CT Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Haven Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in East Haven, CT is a Studio unit found at Parkwood Apartments in the Annex neighborhood priced from $1,250. Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments in the Eastern Suffolk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable East Haven apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Parkwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Brushy Hill Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Tivoli GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
510 MainStudioStudio,1BA$1,414
Autumn RidgeMicroStudio,1BA$1,418

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Haven, CT

As of January 05, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Haven area is the $1.46 price per square foot Home Model at Farmview Estates in the starting from $6,750. The second greatest value East Haven apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at 904 Quinnipiac Ave starting at $3,495 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Fair Haven Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Haven apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Farmview EstatesHome6BR,4.5BA$1.46
904 Quinnipiac Ave3 Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$2.25
578 Woodward Ave, Unit 578 Woodward Avenue578 Woodward Ave2BR,1BA$1.96
25 S End Rd, Unit 2nd25 S End Rd2BR,1BA$2.08
Georgetown Apartments2beds 1.5baths2BR,1.5BA$1.95
Branford Hills Apartments1 BR/1BA- HEAT & HOT WATER INCLUDED1BR,1BA$1.77
BAY SHORE APARTMENTSOne Bedroom Reno1BR,1BA$1.97
Tivoli GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.53
Parkwood ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.08
276 Clinton Ave, Unit 3276 Clinton Ave1BR,1BA$2.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about East Haven

What type of rentals are currently available in East Haven?

There are currently 193 Apartments for Rent in East Haven, CT with pricing that ranges from $1,125 to $6,750. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in East Haven ranging from $1,500 to $19,800.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in East Haven?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in East Haven ranges from $1,500 to $19,800 with an average monthly rent of $4,464.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in East Haven?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in East Haven range from $1,750 to $3,650, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,650 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,200 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,400.

Expert Rental Resources

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Local Experts Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT

Written by: M. April Tome

I'm April, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Bridgeport, CT. I have lived in Fairfield County for over thirty years. I decided to downsize and move to a city with more amenities and affordable rental options.

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How to Make Your Apartment Holiday-Ready: Renter-Friendly Tips

Written by: Justin Habersaat

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.