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119 Carmel St
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Downtown, New Haven, CT Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,378 | $700 | $3,600 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,730 | $1,600 | $3,500 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,154 | $1,900 | $4,100 |
| Downtown 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,922 | $2,895 | $4,950 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of New Haven, CT.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of New Haven, CT is a 4 Beds unit found at Olive & Wooster priced from $1,062. 165 Park Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,395. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in New Haven, CT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive & Wooster | D2 Co-Living | 4BR,4BA | $1,062 |
| 165 Park Street | 165 Park Street - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| Whitmore at Howe | Studio Classic | Studio,1BA | $1,505 |
| Seabury Cooperative | One Bed One Bath (SE1a) | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| Dwight Garden Apartments | 2 Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1,603 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, CT
As of August 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.71 price per square foot Two Bed Two Bath Plus Model at Metro on Crown in the in the Long Wharf neighborhood starting from $3,189. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 30 Compton St Model at 30 Compton St, Unit 1 starting at $2,550 with a $1.42 price per square foot in the Long Wharf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metro on Crown | Two Bed Two Bath Plus | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| 30 Compton St, Unit 1 | 30 Compton St | 3BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Traymore at Dwight | Three Bed Classis | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Dwight Garden Apartments | 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| 673 Elm St | 673 Elm St | 3BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 100 Mansfield St, Unit 102-2 | 100 Mansfield St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.83 |
| 44 Winchester Ave, Unit 1st floor furnished | 44 Winchester Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 52 Dickerman St, Unit 3L | 52 Dickerman St | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 165 Park Street | 165 Park Street - 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 270 Sherman Ave, Unit A4 | 270 Sherman Ave | 3BR,1BA | $2.13 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown
What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown?
There are currently 453 Apartments for Rent in Downtown, CT with pricing that ranges from $1,050 to $9,184. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown ranging from $700 to $4,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown ranges from $700 to $4,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,593.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown range from $1,350 to $9,184, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,600 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,062.
Expert Rental Resources
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.
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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.
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