
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Rock Neighborhood of New Haven, CT from $700 (97 Rentals)
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1759 Ella T Grasso Blvd

14 Goodyear St

220 Sherman Ave, Unit 3

1476 Chapel

196 Norton St

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18 Dayton St, Unit 3

67 Fairview Ave, Unit 67

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73 Willis St, Unit 3

17-19 Blake St, Unit 3
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6 Garden St, Unit Second Floor

837 Whalley Ave, Unit A

382 Winthrop Ave

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103 Sheffield Ave, Unit 1

200 Fountain

705 Orchard St

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213 Fountain St, Unit #4

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52 Dickerman St, Unit 3L

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Dwight Garden Apartments

78 Shelton Ave
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83 Norton St

255 Ellsworth Ave

640 Elm St

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270 Sherman Ave, Unit A4

1089 Whalley Ave

310 Alden Ave

308 Alden Ave

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17 Blake St, Unit 3

250 Bassett St

Whitmore on Howe
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207 Alden Ave

705 Dixwell Ave

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35 Argonne St, Unit 7

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217 Fairfield St, Unit 2R

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Winchester Lofts

42-44 Carmel St

98 Anthony St

357 Orchard St

46-48 Henry St

56 Hillside Pl
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977 Whalley Ave, Unit Unit3

918 Winchester Ave

195 Valley St

27 Shelton Ave

29 Pardee Pl

100 Brownell St

Rockview

136 Dwight

226-234 Ellsworth Avenue

49 Edgewood Way - NO AVAILABILITIES!
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West Rock, New Haven, CT Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Rock?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Rock Studio Apartments | $2,005 | $1,075 | $2,442 |
| West Rock 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,211 | $850 | $2,995 |
| West Rock 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,556 | $1,500 | $3,575 |
| West Rock 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,730 | $1,400 | $4,718 |
| West Rock 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,167 | $850 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 97 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Rock Neighborhood of New Haven, CT.
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Cheapest Available West Rock Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Rock area of New Haven, CT is a 2 Beds unit found at Rockview priced from $38. Pine Rock Townhomes Student Living has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $850. Here are the most affordable West Rock apartments for rent in New Haven, CT:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockview | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $38 |
| Pine Rock Townhomes Student Living | Lease Unit B - Your Private Bedroom Oasis | 4BR,3BA | $850 |
| 1476 Chapel | 204 | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 200 Fountain | Elm | Studio,1BA | $1,550 |
| Seabury Cooperative | One Bed One Bath (SE1a) | 1BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| 255 Ellsworth Ave | 1 BR - 43 Whalley Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Rock, CT
As of July 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Rock area is the $1.34 price per square foot 977 Whalley Ave Model at 977 Whalley Ave, Unit 2 FL in the in the West Rock neighborhood starting from $2,350. The second greatest value West Rock apartment is the 3 Bedroom Model at Rockview starting at $1,702 with a $1.25 price per square foot in the West Rock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Rock apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 977 Whalley Ave, Unit 2 FL | 977 Whalley Ave | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.34 |
| Rockview | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 99 Beacon St | 99 Beacon St | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 364 W Rock Ave, Unit 1 | 364 W Rock Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 172 Ellsworth Avenue | 172 Ellsworth Avenue | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| 366 W Rock Ave, Unit 3 | 366 W Rock Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| 337 Ellsworth Ave, Unit 1st fl | 337 Ellsworth Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 6 Garden St, Unit Second Floor | 6 Garden St | 2BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| 52 Dickerman St, Unit 3L | 52 Dickerman St | 3BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 17 Blake St, Unit 3 | 17 Blake St | 2BR,1BA | $1.83 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Rock Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Rock?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Rock is at 200 Fountain listed at $1,550.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Rock Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Rock Apartment is $850 at Pine Rock Townhomes Student Living.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Rock Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Rock is starting from $38 at Rockview.
What is the most affordable West Rock Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Rock Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1476 Chapel and starts from $1,400.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
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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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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There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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