
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West River Neighborhood of New Haven, CT from $700 (11 Rentals)
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West River, New Haven, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West River?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,223 | $1,150 | $1,350 |
West River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,798 | $1,350 | $2,115 |
West River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,187 | $1,495 | $3,180 |
West River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,932 | $2,350 | $3,320 |
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Cheapest Available West River Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Apartments at 65 Dwight Street | Three Bed - Flat | 3BR,1BA | $865 |
Traymore Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West River, CT
As of October 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the West River area is the $1.82 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Traymore Apartments in the in the Long Wharf neighborhood starting from $2,095. The second greatest value West River apartment is the 1595 Chapel St Model at 1595 Chapel St, Unit 3 starting at $1,650 with a $1.65 price per square foot in the Long Wharf neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West River apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Traymore Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
1595 Chapel St, Unit 3 | 1595 Chapel St | 2BR,1BA | $1.65 |
Apartments at 65 Dwight Street | Three Bed - Townhouse | 3BR,1BA | $2.73 |
751 George St, Unit 3 | 751 George St | 3BR,1BA | $1.72 |
1475 Chapel St, Unit A1 | 1475 Chapel St | 2BR,1BA | $2.18 |
1251 Ella T Grasso Blvd, Unit 3 | 1251 Ella T Grasso Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $2.06 |
310 Edgewood Ave, Unit 4 | 310 Edgewood Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest River, New Haven, CT
Ranked #12
Among cities in Connecticut for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Getting Around the West River Neighborhood in New Haven, CT
Walk Score®
75 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
79 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West River Apartments
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West River Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West River is starting from $2,050 at Apartments at 65 Dwight Street.
What is the most affordable West River Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West River Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Apartments at 65 Dwight Street and starts from $865.
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.

How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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Written by: Trey Huguley
The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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