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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in New Haven, CT

Pricing Updated: 06/25/2025

Current apartment rentals in the New Haven, CT area range in price from $900 to $8,785 with an overall median price of $3,303. The three New Haven neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Waterbury Middlebury at $900, Edgewood at $1,350, and Quinnipiac Meadows at $1,400. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for New Haven Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Waterbury Middlebury$2,050$900146
Edgewood$2,200$1,35043
Quinnipiac Meadows$2,400$1,40013
Westville$2,500$1,45034
Westhills$2,622$1,45031
Cheshire Crossing$2,625$1,25043
City Point$2,750$1,35028
West River$2,750$1,49523
Amity$2,925$900102
Seymour Naugatuck Ansonia$2,975$1,18598

Cheapest Available New Haven Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in New Haven, CT is a Studio unit found at Kenneth Gardens in the Eastern Suffolk neighborhood priced from $1,095. Green View Commons in the Eastern Suffolk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable New Haven apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Kenneth GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,095
Green View Commons1 Bedroom Rosehill1BR,1BA$1,200
Rose Hill Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Seabury CooperativeStudio One Bath (SE0a)Studio,1BA$1,233
Brushy Hill Plaza ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Parkwood ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Hamden CentreMt. Carmel1BR,1BA$1,260
Seramonte EstatesStudiosStudio,1BA$1,300
Sutton ViewsStudioStudio,1BA$1,350
Tivoli GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in New Haven, CT

As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the New Haven area is the $0.48 price per square foot 565 Orchard St Model at 565 Orchard St, Unit 2 in the in the Long Wharf neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value New Haven apartment is the 127 Elm St Model at 127 Elm St, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $2,750 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Long Wharf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for New Haven apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
565 Orchard St, Unit 2565 Orchard St3BR,1BA$0.48
127 Elm St, Unit 2nd Floor127 Elm St5BR,1BA$1.20
12 Lilac St, Unit 312 Lilac St2BR,1BA$0.72
740 Quinnipiac Ave, Unit 1740 Quinnipiac Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.18
162 Elm St, Unit 2162 Elm St2BR,1BA$1.10
108 Shepard St, Unit 2108 Shepard St5BR,2BA$1.57
649 First Ave, Unit 2649 First Ave3BR,1BA$1.46
98 Norton St, Unit E698 Norton St3BR,1BA$1.53
Colonial Court Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.50
Tivoli GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.53

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New Haven Overview

New Haven, Connecticut is nestled along the New Haven Harbor on the northern shore and is a gorgeous place to settle down. This is the second-largest city in the state with a booming economy and a rich history. The city is thriving with a population of more than 130,000 people. It is the “Cultural Capital of Connecticut,” with a range of attractions and amenities. The city is very welcoming with many charming available New Haven apartment communities and friendly neighbors.

Why live in New Haven, CT?

If you are wondering why you should move to New Haven, there are many things you need to take into consideration. First, the culture is rich and diverse, the nightlife in the city is always happening, with many fun events and opportunities to make friends. New Haven is one of the best places to grab a bite to eat, with many “foodies” raving about the amazing restaurants, with many specializing in foreign foods. People from all over come to the city, as it is known across the county for its “apizza,” which is said to be some of the best in the world.

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Getting Around New Haven, CT

Walk Score®

81 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

77 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

56 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

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  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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Selina • 4+ years in New Haven

February 25, 2025

New haven is a special place that is why people from all cultures want to come here believe it or not Ernie's Pizzeria has the best pizza in New Haven and I went to the Ives library and the community actual put on a show showcasing all kinds of talent and it was free and fun..and there is so much to eat it is crazy...every where in New Haven but pizza....like I said Ernie got you...it is better than Wooster square dare I say oooo...To late..and you can always catch a bus or train..and the vibes are unshakeable because of our many cultures...I once saw a movie on a giant screen at mayor Daniel school on Congress Ave..thanks to parks and rec..New Haven can be wonderful..but I gotta say prices are high and money can fly...but unfortunately these are the times...stay blessed.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap New Haven Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in New Haven?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in New Haven is under $1,350.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in New Haven?

The cheapest apartment in New Haven is Rose Hill Apartments which is listed at $1,200, while the average apartment in New Haven costs $3,303.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in New Haven?

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 98 regular apartments in New Haven 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?

Cheap apartments in New Haven have an average cost of $389 which is $2,914 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in New Haven.

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