
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Shore Neighborhood of New Haven, CT from $1,200 (36 Rentals)
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672 Congress Ave, Unit 4, Unit 4

58 Stuyvesant Ave

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171 Frank St, Unit 1, Unit 1

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22 Judith Ter, Unit 1, Unit 1

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143 Davenport Ave, Unit 2nd, Unit 2nd

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234 Howard Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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258 Fairmont Ave

25 Pardee St, Unit 2nd Floor
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Georgetown Apartments

473 Howard Ave, Unit 3

1 Cora St

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The Anthem at Square 10

City Crossing

37 Elizabeth Ann Dr

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Twenty Fair

469 Howard Ave, Unit 2

194 South End Rd
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90 Townsend Ave

25 Beecher Pl

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92 Townsend Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

356 Townsend Ave

114 Kneeland Rd

356 Townsend Ave

111 Fort Hale Rd

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Parkwood Apartments

Community South Shore Apartments
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Tivoli Gardens

119 Main St

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510 Main

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Autumn Ridge

Encore 99

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Summit Place

131 Cosey Beach Ave, Unit B3

Short Beach

85 Cosey Beach Ave, Unit 2
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East Shore, New Haven, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Shore?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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| East Shore Studio Apartments | $2,333 | $1,250 | $2,832 |
| East Shore 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $1,350 | $5,562 |
| East Shore 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,489 | $1,350 | $6,983 |
| East Shore 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,833 | $1,900 | $4,185 |
| East Shore 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,675 | $2,400 | $2,950 |
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There are currently 36 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Shore Neighborhood of New Haven, CT.
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Cheapest Available East Shore Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Shore area of New Haven, CT is a Studio unit found at Parkwood Apartments priced from $1,250. Tivoli Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,350. Here are the most affordable East Shore apartments for rent in New Haven, CT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkwood Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Tivoli Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Community South Shore Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 119 Main St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 510 Main | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,424 |
| Autumn Ridge | Micro | Studio,1BA | $1,468 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Shore, CT
As of April 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Shore area is the $1.49 price per square foot 234 Howard Ave Model at 234 Howard Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Long Wharf neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value East Shore apartment is the 2beds 1.5baths Model at Georgetown Apartments starting at $1,950 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Long Wharf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Shore apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 234 Howard Ave, Unit 2 | 234 Howard Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Georgetown Apartments | 2beds 1.5baths | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.95 |
| 143 Davenport Ave, Unit 2nd | 143 Davenport Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 22 Judith Ter, Unit 1 | 22 Judith Ter | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Summit Place | One Bedroom Flex | 1BR,1BA | $2.07 |
| Tivoli Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 171 Frank St, Unit 1 | 171 Frank St | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 119 Main St | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| Parkwood Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.08 |
| Community South Shore Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
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Among cities in Connecticut for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Shore Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in East Shore?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in East Shore is at Parkwood Apartments listed at $1,250.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom East Shore Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom East Shore Apartment is $1,350 at Tivoli Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom East Shore Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in East Shore is starting from $1,800 at Parkwood Apartments.
What is the most affordable East Shore Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap East Shore Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 258 Fairmont Ave and starts from $2,000.
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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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Written by: Bob Mallory
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