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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West River Neighborhood of New Haven, CT from $700 (27 Rentals)
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450 Orchard St, Unit 2
450 Orchard St
New HavenCT06511
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$1,250 - $1,850
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Base Rent$1,250 - $1,850
Total Monthly Price$1,250 - $1,850
1476 Chapel
1476 Chapel StNew Haven, CT 06511
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$1,275
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Base Rent$1,275
Total Monthly Price$1,275
204 Sherman Ave, Unit A4
204 Sherman AveNew Haven, CT 06511
208 Sherman Ave
New HavenCT06511
265 Winthrop Ave
New HavenCT06511
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$1,350
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Base Rent$1,350
Total Monthly Price$1,350
57 Hotchkiss St, Unit 1E
57 Hotchkiss StNew Haven, CT 06511
64 Ellsworth Ave
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522 Elm St
New HavenCT06511
37-39 Hotchkiss St
New HavenCT06511
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$1,450
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Base Rent$1,450
Total Monthly Price$1,450
279 Winthrop Ave, Unit 3A
279 Winthrop AveNew Haven, CT 06511
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$1,500
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Base Rent$1,500
Total Monthly Price$1,500
6 Garden St, Unit Second Floor
6 Garden StNew Haven, CT 06511
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$1,500
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Base Rent$1,500
Total Monthly Price$1,500
63 Irving St, Unit 63
63 Irving StNew Haven, CT 06511
30 Platt St
New HavenCT06511
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$1,575
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Base Rent$1,575
Total Monthly Price$1,575
1579 Chapel St, Unit 304
1579 Chapel StNew Haven, CT 06511
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$1,575
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Base Rent$1,575
Total Monthly Price$1,575
1105 Ella T Grasso Blvd, Unit 2L
1105 Ella T Grasso BlvdNew Haven, CT 06511
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$1,575
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Base Rent$1,575
Total Monthly Price$1,575
57 Orchard St, Unit 1
57 Orchard StNew Haven, CT 06519
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1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
76 Sherman Ave
76 Sherman AveNew Haven, CT 06511
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
574 George Street
574 George StNew Haven, CT 06511
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1 Bedroom Apartments
1623 Chapel St. Apartments
1623 Chapel StNew Haven, CT 06511
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2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments
365 Orchard Street
365 Orchard StNew Haven, CT 06511
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
120 Sherman Ave
120 Sherman AveNew Haven, CT 06511
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1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments
Norton Pointe Apartments
66 Norton StNew Haven, CT 06511
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Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments
1447 Chapel Street
1447 Chapel StNew Haven, CT 06511
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Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments
Chapel Heights Apartments
1409 Chapel StNew Haven, CT 06511
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
1477 Chapel Street
1477 Chapel StNew Haven, CT 06511
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments
522 Elm St
522 Elm StNew Haven, CT 06511
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West River Studio Apartments | $1,425 | $1,425 | $1,425 |
| West River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,325 | $1,250 | $1,400 |
| West River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,775 | $1,450 | $2,600 |
| West River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,977 | $1,400 | $3,150 |
| West River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,006 | $1,800 | $2,300 |
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Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 27 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West River Neighborhood of New Haven, CT.
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Cheapest Available West River Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the West River area of New Haven, CT is a 1 Bed unit found at 1476 Chapel priced from $1,250. 1447 Chapel Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here are the most affordable West River apartments for rent in New Haven, CT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1476 Chapel | 204 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 1447 Chapel Street | 1447 Chapel Street Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,295 |
| Chapel Heights Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| 522 Elm St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| Traymore at Dwight | Three Bed Classis | 3BR,1BA | $3,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West River, CT
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the West River area is the $1.80 price per square foot Three Bed Classis Model at Traymore at Dwight in the in the Long Wharf neighborhood starting from $3,150. The second greatest value West River apartment is the 705 George St Model at 705 George St, Unit 2 starting at $2,250 with a $1.88 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 at Dwight | Three Bed Classis | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 705 George St, Unit 2 | 705 George St | 5BR,2.5BA | $1.88 |
| 6 Garden St, Unit Second Floor | 6 Garden St | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 1447 Chapel Street | 1447 Chapel Street 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 1579 Chapel St, Unit 304 | 1579 Chapel St | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 204 Sherman Ave, Unit A4 | 204 Sherman Ave | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 1476 Chapel | 204 | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Chapel Heights Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| 522 Elm St | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $4.32 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West River Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West River Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West River Apartment is $1,250 at 1476 Chapel.
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 $1,895 at 522 Elm St.
What is the most affordable West River Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West River Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1476 Chapel and starts from $1,400.
Expert Rental Resources
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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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
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The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
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Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.
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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.