
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Rock Neighborhood of New Haven, CT from $700 (60 Rentals)
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1371 Chapel St

42-44 Carmel St

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42 Carmel St, Unit 3

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310 Edgewood Ave, Unit 4

363 Sherman Ave

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107 Sheffield Ave, Unit 3

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185 Thompson St, Unit 4

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117 Sheldon Ter, Unit 1L

37 Hotchkiss St
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2 Derby Ave, Unit 3

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94 Hobart St, Unit 3

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1260 Whalley Ave, Unit 3

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1579 Chapel St, Unit 305

50 Platt St

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269 Norton St, Unit 1B

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1251 Ella T Grasso Blvd, Unit 3

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751 George St, Unit 3

169 Winchester Ave

67 Derby Ave
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15 Carmel St

212 Newhall St

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91 Willis St, Unit 2nd fl

339 Shelton Ave

381 Shelton Ave

16 Dorman St

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322 Sherman Ave, Unit 3

200 Fountain

23 Pond Lily Ave
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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 | $2,148 | $1,500 | $2,570 |
| West Rock 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,349 | $935 | $2,890 |
| West Rock 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,616 | $1,008 | $3,525 |
| West Rock 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,851 | $1,425 | $4,635 |
| West Rock 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,463 | $1,850 | $3,000 |
| West Rock 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,958 | $2,395 | $3,595 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 60 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
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pine Rock Student Living | Pine Rock C Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $935 |
| Warner Village Rental Community | 1BD/1BA lower level | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Rock, CT
As of December 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Rock area is the $1.30 price per square foot 134 Shelton Ave Model at 134 Shelton Ave, Unit unit 2 in the in the Newhallville neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value West Rock apartment is the 101 Bristol St Model at 101 Bristol St, Unit SecondFloor starting at $2,995 with a $1.43 price per square foot in the Long Wharf 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 134 Shelton Ave, Unit unit 2 | 134 Shelton Ave | 5BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| 101 Bristol St, Unit SecondFloor | 101 Bristol St | 4BR,2BA | $1.43 |
| 163 Dwight St, Unit First Floor | 163 Dwight St | 1BR,1BA | $0.57 |
| Pine Rock Student Living | Pine Rock A Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.65 |
| 104 Webster St, Unit 2 | 104 Webster St | 5BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 175 Alden Ave, Unit #3 | 175 Alden Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 23 Harding Pl, Unit 3rd floor | 23 Harding Pl | 3BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 91 Willis St, Unit 2nd fl | 91 Willis St | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1579 Chapel St, Unit 305 | 1579 Chapel St | 3BR,1BA | $1.58 |
| 2 Derby Ave, Unit 3 | 2 Derby Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Rock, New Haven, CT
Ranked #25
Among cities in Connecticut for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across Connecticut including West Rock, New Haven, and the greater New Haven area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and other valuable search options. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the West Rock Neighborhood in New Haven, CT
Walk Score®
48 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
51 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
41 / 100
Some Transit
A few 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 Rock Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Rock?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Rock is under $1,350.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Rock?
The cheapest apartment in West Rock is Pine Rock Student Living which is listed at $935, while the average apartment in West Rock costs $2,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Rock?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 25 regular apartments in West Rock that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in West Rock?
Cheap apartments in West Rock have an average cost of $134 which is $2,766 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Rock.
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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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!

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