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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available NowSeabury Cooperative
400 Elm StNew Haven, CT 06511
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown New Haven Neighborhood of New Haven, CT from $800 (55 Rentals)
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17 Pearl St
New HavenCT06511
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$1,450
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46 Henry St, Unit 1L
46 Henry StNew Haven, CT 06511
169 Winchester Ave
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502 Chapel St
New HavenCT06511
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$1,495 - $2,795
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowBulldog Apartments
954-960 Chapel StNew Haven, CT 06510
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNinth Square Apartments
90 Crown StNew Haven, CT 06510
401 Crown St
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22 Lynwood Pl
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229 Bishop St
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Liberty Building
152 Temple StNew Haven, CT 06510
94 William St
New HavenCT06511
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$1,630 - $5,445
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowThe Eli
227 Church StNew Haven, CT 06510
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$1,650
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42 Warren St, Unit 4f
42 Warren StNew Haven, CT 06511
70 Admiral St
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30 Tilton St
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25 High St
New HavenCT06510
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$1,700
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39 William St, Unit 2
39 William StNew Haven, CT 06511
500 Chapel St
New HavenCT06511
768 State St
New HavenCT06511
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$1,710 - $3,010
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available NowCenterPointe Apartments
109 Church StNew Haven, CT 06510
101 Orange St
New HavenCT06510
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37 William St, Unit 3
37 William StNew Haven, CT 06511
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204 Wooster St, Unit Second Floor
204 Wooster StNew Haven, CT 06511
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available NowNew Haven Towers
129 York StNew Haven, CT 06511
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46 Warren St, Unit 2
46 Warren StNew Haven, CT 06511
32 Trumbull St
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459 Orange St
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46 Warren St, Unit 1
46 Warren StNew Haven, CT 06511
488 Chapel St
New HavenCT06511
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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 | $2,118 | $1,233 | $3,942 |
| Downtown New Haven 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $1,321 | $3,875 |
| Downtown New Haven 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,232 | $1,008 | $6,800 |
| Downtown New Haven 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,787 | $1,850 | $7,077 |
| Downtown New Haven 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,531 | $1,114 | $6,450 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown New Haven Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown New Haven area of New Haven, CT is a Studio unit found at Seabury Cooperative priced from $1,233. 165 Park Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,330. Here are the most affordable Downtown New Haven apartments for rent in New Haven, CT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seabury Cooperative | Studio One Bath (SE0a) | Studio,1BA | $1,233 |
| 165 Park Street | 165 Park Street 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,330 |
| Bulldog Apartments | Studio Small | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| Howe Place | S1 | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
| Ninth Square Apartments | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,535 |
| CenterPointe Apartments | One Bedroom/One Bed Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1,710 |
| Olive & Court | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown New Haven, CT
As of October 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown New Haven area is the $1.70 price per square foot Four Bedroom Model at The Livingston Apartments in the in the Long Wharf neighborhood starting from $3,400. The second greatest value Downtown New Haven apartment is the 171 Olive St Model at 171 Olive St, Unit 2 starting at $2,595 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Long Wharf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown New Haven apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Livingston Apartments | Four Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| 171 Olive St, Unit 2 | 171 Olive St | 3BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 95 Olive St, Unit 1 | 95 Olive St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 57 William St, Unit 1 | 57 William St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.91 |
| 49 Warren St, Unit A | 49 Warren St | 3BR,2BA | $1.95 |
| 46 Henry St, Unit 1L | 46 Henry St | 2BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Metro on Crown | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.06 |
| 165 Park Street | 165 Park Street 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| 46 Warren St, Unit 2 | 46 Warren St | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 42 Warren St, Unit 4f | 42 Warren St | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
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Getting Around the Downtown New Haven Neighborhood in New Haven, CT
Walk Score®
97 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
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97 / 100
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Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
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76 / 100
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Transit is convenient for most trips
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,750.
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 $3,793.
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 44 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 $554 which is $3,239 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown New Haven.
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