
Cheap Apartments for Rent in New Haven County, CT from $500 (273 Rentals)
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30 Compton St, Unit 2, Unit 2

1431 Bank St

Grove Court

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97 Beacon St, Unit 1, Unit 1

The Kennedy Building

10 Old Waterbury Rd

Meriden Commons

Liberty Court

32 3rd St, Unit 2
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124 Meriden Rd

130 Woodin St, Unit 3

Jefferson Square Apartments

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15 Preston Ter

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The Milford Grove

Derby Manor

Carmen Romano Apartments

Westwood Gardens

1079 Broad St

250 Greene St
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68 Anderson St

281 Hanover St

135 W Main St

Acclaim at Cheshire

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501 Blatchley Ave, Unit 1A, Unit 1A

37 Hotchkiss St

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Olive & Wooster

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Parker Place

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Brushy Hill Plaza Apartments

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Parkwood Apartments
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Morningside Commons

81 Springdale Ave

35 Shelton Ave, Unit 2

316 Wilson St

452 Poplar St

121 Lounsbury St

21 N Walnut St

Kenneth Gardens

Charles Street Place Apartments

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269 Norton St, Unit 1B, Unit 1B
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Josephine Towers Senior Living

Wyndham Court Apartments

Grove Hill Apartments

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Seramonte Estates

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275 Research Pkwy - Encore Apartments

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Rose Hill Apartments

247 Willow St

178 Sherman Ave

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58 Kellogg St
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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 | $2,088 | $800 | $4,469 |
| New Haven County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,278 | $925 | $5,976 |
| New Haven County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,698 | $768 | $8,513 |
| New Haven County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,780 | $800 | $7,731 |
| New Haven County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,635 | $1,246 | $6,470 |
| New Haven County 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,936 | $2,300 | $6,695 |
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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 |
| The Milford Grove | S1-BMR 60% | Studio,1BA | $1,159 |
| Derby Manor | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,185 |
| 1079 Broad St | 1079 Broad St., Unit 3N | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Haven County, CT
As of April 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the New Haven County area is the $1.39 price per square foot 94 Linden St Model at 94 Linden St, Unit APT 2 in the in the Long Wharf neighborhood starting from $2,925. The second greatest value New Haven County apartment is the 188 Lawrence St Model at 188 Lawrence St, Unit 3rdFlUnit3 starting at $1,999 with a $1.25 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 94 Linden St, Unit APT 2 | 94 Linden St | 3BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 188 Lawrence St, Unit 3rdFlUnit3 | 188 Lawrence St | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 600 S Britain Rd, Unit 600 | 600 S Britain Rd | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| 203 Cooke St | 203 Cooke St | 4BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 250 Kensington Ave | Two bed Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 97 Beacon St, Unit 1 | 97 Beacon St | 1BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| 30 Compton St, Unit 2 | 30 Compton St | 3BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Rockview | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 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 the Cheapest Studio apartment in New Haven County?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in New Haven County is at Jefferson Square Apartments listed at $1,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom New Haven County Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom New Haven County Apartment is $900 at Grove Court.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom New Haven County Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in New Haven County is starting from $1,275 at Charles Street Place Apartments.
What is the most affordable New Haven County Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap New Haven County Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Diamond Court Apartments and starts from $1,600.
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.
Articles, How-To's, and Tips

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment
Written by: Bob Mallory
Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.