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422 Main St

95 E Grand Ave

961 N High St

2 Clark Ave

60 Donna Dr, Unit A1
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25 Donna Dr

1-3 Parker Memorial Dr

330 Short Beach Rd

213 Ferry St

1280 Townsend Ave

1280 Townsend Ave
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65 Donna Dr

547 Laurel St

85 Hemingway Ave

1280 Townsend Ave

651 Quinnipiac Ave, Unit 2

5 Birch Ln
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140 Thompson St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in East Haven?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Haven 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,517 | $1,650 | $8,000 |
| East Haven 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,866 | $1,650 | $4,400 |
| East Haven 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $9,050 | $4,000 | $10,000+ |
| East Haven 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,950 | $2,900 | $3,000 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Autumn Ridge | Micro | Studio,1BA | $1,323 |
| Tivoli Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 510 Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,442 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Haven, CT
As of February 19, 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 3BR/2BA HEAT & HOT WATER INCLUDED Model at Branford Hills Apartments starting at $2,325 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Outer East Haven neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Haven apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmview Estates | Home | 6BR,4.5BA | $1.46 |
| Branford Hills Apartments | 3BR/2BA HEAT & HOT WATER INCLUDED | 3BR,2BA | $1.94 |
| 160 Quinnipiac Ave, Unit 2 | 160 Quinnipiac Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| Georgetown Apartments | 2beds 1.5baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.95 |
| 1699 Quinnipiac Ave | 1699 Quinnipiac Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Summit Place | One Bedroom Flex | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Tivoli Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 694 Woodward Ave, Unit Woodward Townhouses | 694 Woodward Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Parkwood Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
| Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.27 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in East Haven?
There are currently 188 Apartments for Rent in East Haven, CT with pricing that ranges from $900 to $6,750. There are also 58 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 $3,816.
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