
Cheap Apartments for Rent in New Haven County, CT from $500 (354 Rentals)
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Tremont Flats

Grove Court

144 Grove St

135 W Main St

The Kennedy Building

Meriden Commons

Liberty Court

Harbor Brook

160 Prospect St
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1015 W Main St

Jefferson Square Apartments

17 1st Ave

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15 Preston Ter

20 Lounsbury Ave

241 Lincoln St

344 Washington Ave

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1407 Chapel St

136 Windsor Ave

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1355 Hanover Ave, Unit 3
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281 Hanover St

53 Lindsley St

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703 Howard Ave, Unit 32

Carmen Romano Apartments

Acclaim at Cheshire

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501 Blatchley Ave, Unit 1A

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560 Prospect St, Unit B5

21 N Walnut St

121 Lounsbury St

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Parker Place
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Westwood Gardens

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Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments

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Parkwood Apartments

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Morningside Commons

Kenneth Gardens

Charles Street Place Apartments

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Olive & Wooster

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269 Norton St, Unit 1B

Josephine Towers Senior Living

Wyndham Court Apartments
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Grove Hill Apartments

Seramonte Estates

275 Research Pkwy - Encore Apartments

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Rose Hill Apartments

124 Division St

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48 2nd St, Unit 1

76 Lincoln St

316 Wilson St

269 Norton St

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160 Quinnipiac Ave, Unit 2
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New Haven County, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in New Haven County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven County Studio Apartments | $1,998 | $700 | $5,000 |
| New Haven County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,223 | $900 | $4,438 |
| New Haven County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,686 | $768 | $8,729 |
| New Haven County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,875 | $1,350 | $6,780 |
| New Haven County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,958 | $1,275 | $6,470 |
| New Haven County 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,613 | $2,350 | $7,000 |
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Cheapest Available New Haven County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in New Haven County, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at Grove Court in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood priced from $900. Pine Rock Student Living in the West Rock neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $925. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Haven County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Pine Rock Student Living | Pine Rock C Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $925 |
| Jefferson Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Kennedy Building | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,155 |
| Parkwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Haven County, CT
As of March 03, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Haven County area is the $0.79 price per square foot 208 Buckingham St Model at 208 Buckingham St, Unit Apartment 1 in the in the Waterbury Middlebury neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value New Haven County apartment is the 314 Howard Ave Model at 314 Howard Ave, Unit 2 starting at $2,200 with a $1.28 price per square foot in the Long Wharf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New Haven County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 208 Buckingham St, Unit Apartment 1 | 208 Buckingham St | 3BR,2BA | $0.79 |
| 314 Howard Ave, Unit 2 | 314 Howard Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Summit Ridge Estates | The Shelbourne | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.30 |
| 359 Sherman Ave, Unit 2 | 359 Sherman Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 250 Kensington Ave | Two bed Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 39 Chestnut Ave, Unit 2 | 39 Chestnut Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.02 |
| 37 Eastwood Ave, Unit 2 | 37 Eastwood Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 151 Bunker Hill Ave, Unit Third floor | 151 Bunker Hill Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Charles Street Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| Grove Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New Haven County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in New Haven County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in New Haven County is under $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in New Haven County?
The cheapest apartment in New Haven County is Grove Court which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in New Haven County costs $6,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in New Haven County?
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 62 regular apartments in New Haven County 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 County?
Cheap apartments in New Haven County have an average cost of $114 which is $6,636 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in New Haven County.
Expert Rental Resources
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.
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
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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.