
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown New Haven Neighborhood of New Haven, CT from $1,200 (49 Rentals)


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269 Norton St, Unit 1B, Unit 1B

278 St John St, Unit Unit 2.4

768 State St

71-73 Whitney Ave

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1150 Chapel St

4 Wall St

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22 Lyon St, Unit 1 floor walkout garden, Unit 1 floor walkout garden

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604 Chapel St, Unit 1, Unit 1
What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

116 Court St

70 William St

762 State St

92 William St

13 Pleasant St

382 Whitney Ave

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Olive & Wooster

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New Haven Towers

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Acme Timber Lofts
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40 Trumbull St

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Curio 269

51 Pearl St

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105 Court Street - The James English Building!

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Centerpointe New Haven

The Liberty Building

The Kensington at 516 Orange St!

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The Archive

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The Novella
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The Washington

66 William Street

Florence Virtue

434 George Street

The Eldorado

49 Prince St

25 Lynwood Place, #5, #9, 12

Seabury Cooperative

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167 Wooster St

25 High St

120 Wooster St

80 Howe Street

165 Park Street

Strouse Adler

254 College St

38 Crown Street

Ninth Square Apartments
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37 Center St

245 Dwight St

Olive & Court

179 Elm St
Downtown New Haven, New Haven, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown New Haven?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown New Haven Studio Apartments | $2,230 | $1,495 | $4,469 |
Downtown New Haven 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,663 | $1,200 | $6,725 |
| Downtown New Haven 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,590 | $1,550 | $8,513 |
| Downtown New Haven 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,259 | $800 | $7,731 |
| Downtown New Haven 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,152 | $1,233 | $6,470 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown New Haven Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown New Haven?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown New Haven is under $1,695.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown New Haven?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown New Haven is Seabury Cooperative which is listed at $1,321, while the average apartment in Downtown New Haven costs $6,100.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown 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 11 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown New Haven?
Cheap apartments in Downtown New Haven have an average cost of $201 which is $5,899 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown New Haven.
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.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

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.