Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown New Haven Neighborhood of New Haven, CT from $800 (48 Rentals)

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151 Bradley St

New HavenCT06511

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49 Prince St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

49 Prince St

49 Prince StNew Haven, CT 06519
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434 George Street
Studio Apartments

434 George Street

434 George StNew Haven, CT 06511
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140 Orange Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

140 Orange Street

140 Orange StNew Haven, CT 06510
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66 William Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

66 William Street

66-70 William StNew Haven, CT 06511

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215 Greene St
2 Bedroom Apartments

215 Greene St

215 Greene StNew Haven, CT 06511
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91 Howe St
3 Bedroom Apartments

91 Howe St

91 Howe StNew Haven, CT 06511
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The Eldorado
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Eldorado

1145 Chapel StNew Haven, CT 06511
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Howe Place Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Howe Place Apartments

70 Howe StNew Haven, CT 06511
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Campus View Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Campus View Apartments

84 Howe StNew Haven, CT 06511
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250 Greene St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

250 Greene St

250 Greene StNew Haven, CT 06511
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80 Howe Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

80 Howe Street

80 Howe StNew Haven, CT 06511
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516 Orange
1 Bedroom Apartments

516 Orange

516 Orange StNew Haven, CT 06511
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165 Park Street
1 Bedroom Apartments

165 Park Street

165 Park StNew Haven, CT 06511
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Strouse Adler
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Strouse Adler

78 Olive StNew Haven, CT 06510
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Residence Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Residence Court

900 Chapel StNew Haven, CT 06510
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411 Orange St
Studio Apartments

411 Orange St

411 Orange StNew Haven, CT 06511
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Metro 297
Studio Apartments

Metro 297

297 George StNew Haven, CT 06511
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38 Crown Street
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

38 Crown Street

38 Crown StNew Haven, CT 06510
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254 College St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

254 College St

254 College StNew Haven, CT 06510
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261 Orange
2 Bedroom Apartments

261 Orange

261 Orange StNew Haven, CT 06510
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Seabury Cooperative
Studio Apartments

Seabury Cooperative

400 Elm StNew Haven, CT 06511
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Downtown New Haven, New Haven, CT Local Guide

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 4 Beds unit found at Olive & Wooster Apartments priced from $1,119. Seabury Cooperative has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,233. Here are the most affordable Downtown New Haven apartments for rent in New Haven, CT:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Olive & Wooster ApartmentsD4 Co-Living4BR,4BA$1,119
Seabury CooperativeStudio One Bath (SE0a)Studio,1BA$1,233
Bulldog ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
167 Wooster StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,500
Ninth Square ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,700
New Haven TowersMadison Tower - Studio XLargeStudio,1BA$1,775
Cadence on CanalA2.4Studio,1BA$1,845

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown New Haven, CT

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown New Haven area is the $1.70 price per square foot 265 Orange St Model at 265 Orange St, Unit #2 in the in the Long Wharf neighborhood starting from $4,749. The second greatest value Downtown New Haven apartment is the 1 BEDROOM 1 BATHROOM Model at Temple Square Apartments starting at $2,230 with a $2.10 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
265 Orange St, Unit #2265 Orange St4BR,2.5BA$1.70
Temple Square Apartments1 BEDROOM 1 BATHROOM1BR,1BA$2.10
Metro on CrownOne Bed Plus1BR,1BA$2.71
40 Academy St, Unit 340 Academy St1BR,1BA$1.95
21 Admiral St, Unit 1st floor21 Admiral St2BR,1BA$1.89
383 Orange St2 x 12BR,1BA$2.71
83 Sachem St, Unit 2R83 Sachem St1BR,1BA$2.81
167 Wooster StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.14
17 Brown St, Unit 2R17 Brown St1BR,1BA$2.29
57 William St, Unit 257 William St2BR,1BA$2.43

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including New Haven. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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

Bike Score®

97 / 100

Biker's Paradise

Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike

Transit Score®

76 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown New Haven Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown New Haven?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown New Haven is at Seabury Cooperative listed at $1,233.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown New Haven Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown New Haven Apartment is $1,500 at 167 Wooster St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown New Haven Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown New Haven is starting from $2,300 at 383 Orange St.

What is the most affordable Downtown New Haven Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown New Haven Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Cambridge Oxford and starts from $4,050.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.

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Navigating the Rental Market: Tips for First-Time Renters

Written by: Sandy Baker

Making the decision to rent is exciting and terrifying at the same time. For many people, there are a lot of unknowns.