Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Neighborhood of New Haven, CT from $800 (9 Rentals)

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property at 129 Orchard St

129 Orchard St

New HavenCT06519

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

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

property at 124 Court St

124 Court St

New HavenCT06511
property at 124 Court St

124 Court St

New HavenCT06511

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

Wondering how to determine your rental budget? This comprehensive guide covers everything from the 30% rule to hidden fees and effective budgeting strategies.

property at 100 York St

100 York St

New HavenCT06511

Downtown, New Haven, CT Local Guide

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 Apartments priced from $1,129. Bulldog Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,495. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in New Haven, CT:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Olive & Wooster ApartmentsD4 Co-Living4BR,4BA$1,129
Bulldog ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,495
167 Wooster StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,500

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, CT

As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown 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 Downtown apartment is the 265 Orange St Model at 265 Orange St, Unit #2 starting at $4,749 with a $1.70 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
565 Orchard St, Unit 2565 Orchard St3BR,1BA$0.48
265 Orange St, Unit #2265 Orange St4BR,2.5BA$1.70
Temple Square Apartments1 BEDROOM 1 BATHROOM1BR,1BA$2.10
539 East St, Unit 3539 East St3BR,1BA$2.10
Dwight Garden Apartments3 Bedroom Townhouse3BR,1BA$2.07
46 Warren St, Unit 146 Warren St1BR,1BA$2.33
34 Hallock St, Unit 1A134 Hallock St2BR,1BA$1.94
34 Hallock St, Unit 134 Hallock St2BR,1BA$1.88
167 Wooster StOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.14
8 Lines St, Unit 38 Lines St2BR,1BA$2.33

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown?

There are currently 469 Apartments for Rent in Downtown, CT with pricing that ranges from $1,069 to $11,195. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown ranging from $850 to $6,695.

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 $850 to $6,695 with an average monthly rent of $2,963.

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 $1,509 to $7,670, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,995 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,069.

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

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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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.