1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in West Haven, CT (347 Rentals)

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278 Main
$1,792 - $1,793
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278 Main

278 Main StWest Haven, CT 06516
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133 Center St

West HavenCT06516
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760 Washington Ave

West HavenCT06516

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property at 460 Savin Ave

460 Savin Ave

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property at 678 Savin Ave

678 Savin Ave

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property at 121 2nd Ave

121 2nd Ave

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property at 23 Kimberly Ave

23 Kimberly Ave

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property at 57 Dawson Ave

57 Dawson Ave

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property at 337 Main St

337 Main St

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property at 214 Blohm St

214 Blohm St

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property at 379 Derby Ave

379 Derby Ave

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Essex House
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Essex House

771-775 Savin AveWest Haven, CT 06516
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295 Elm St
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295 Elm St

295 Elm StWest Haven, CT 06516
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237 Forest Rd
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237 Forest Rd

237 Forest RdWest Haven, CT 06516
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625 Campbell Ave
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625 Campbell Ave

625 Campbell AveWest Haven, CT 06516
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Coleman Woods
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Coleman Woods

125 Coleman StWest Haven, CT 06516
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78 Homeside Ave
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78 Homeside Ave

78 Homeside AveWest Haven, CT 06516
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633 Second Ave
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633 Second Ave

633 Second AveWest Haven, CT 06516
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Ocean View
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Ocean View

375 Captain Thomas BlvdWest Haven, CT 06516
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254 Main St
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254 Main St

254 Main StWest Haven, CT 06516
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173 Elm St
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173 Elm St

173 Elm StWest Haven, CT 06516
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6971 Hine St
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6971 Hine St

6971 Hine StWest Haven, CT 06516

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160 Park St
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160 Park St

160 Park StWest Haven, CT 06516
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1044 Campbell Ave
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1044 Campbell Ave

1044 Campbell AveWest Haven, CT 06516
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5 Treat St
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5 Treat St

5 Treat StWest Haven, CT 06516
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205 Elm St
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205 Elm St

205 Elm StWest Haven, CT 06516
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170 Canton St
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170 Canton St

170 Canton StWest Haven, CT 06516
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78 York St
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78 York St

78 York StWest Haven, CT 06516
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584 Main St
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584 Main St

584 Main StWest Haven, CT 06516
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308 Main St
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308 Main St

308 Main StWest Haven, CT 06516
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75 Richards Pl
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75 Richards Pl

75 Richards PlWest Haven, CT 06516
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85 Clark St
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85 Clark St

85 Clark StWest Haven, CT 06516

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Largest Available West Haven 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in West Haven, CT is found at The Taft in the Long Wharf neighborhood and is 1,218 square feet priced from $2,695. Temple Square Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,062 square feet and currently listed start at $2,230. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in West Haven:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
The Taft1-Bedroom Loft1,218 Sq Ft$2,695
Temple Square Apartments1 BEDROOM 1 BATHROOM1,062 Sq Ft$2,230
Orange GardensOne Bedroom1,050 Sq Ft$1,495
Pierpont at City CrossingA6+1,046 Sq Ft$2,925
The Maddox at City CrossingA12+1,040 Sq Ft$2,908
The Liberty Building1,016 Sq Ft$2,500
Colonial Court Apartments1 BEDROOM1,000 Sq Ft$1,445
Metro on CrownOne Bed655 Sq Ft$2,124

Cheapest Available West Haven 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of November 08, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in West Haven, CT is the One Bedroom Model starting from $1,265 at Kenneth Gardens in the Eastern Suffolk neighborhood. The second most affordable West Haven 1 Bedroom is the 165 Park Street 1 Bed 1 Bath Model at 165 Park Street starting at $1,330 in the Long Wharf neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in West Haven is currently $2,354. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in West Haven:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Kenneth GardensOne Bedroom$1,265
165 Park Street165 Park Street 1 Bed 1 Bath$1,330
Hampton House Apartments1 Bedroom$1,390
119 Main St1 Bed, 1 bath$1,395
Tamarack ApartmentsOne Bedroom$1,400

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West Haven Overview

With its scenic coastal views, small town aesthetic, and quick access to New York, West Haven, Connecticut, definitely seems to have it all. Sweetening the deal are the university jobs and other excellent career opportunities in its midst. Plus, the local restaurants, shopping centers, parklands, and beaches make it easy to truly enjoy your downtime on your days off work. So, if you’re looking for a great place to live, you cannot go wrong by setting your sights on spacious apartments in West Haven. 

Why live in West Haven, CT?

If you decide to live in West Haven apartments, you get a home with a quiet, suburban feel while residing just an hour’s drive from New York. Opportunities for weekend trips into the Big Apple abound as a result. When you’d like to get out of the house while staying close to home, the miles of ocean beaches serve as a great place to go for a day trip. You also have your choice of beautiful greenspaces inland, including Painter Park with its sports courts, walking paths and ice skating rink. Whenever you’d like to go shopping and eat at local restaurants, just head over to Campbell Avenue, Kimberly Avenue, or Saw Mill Road.

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Getting Around West Haven, CT

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66 / 100

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Some errands can be accomplished on foot

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44 / 100

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Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom West Haven Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in West Haven with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in West Haven is at Kenneth Gardens listed at $1,265.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom West Haven Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in West Haven is $2,354.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom West Haven Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in West Haven is a 1,218 square feet unit starting from $2,695 at The Taft.

What is the average size for West Haven 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in West Haven is currently 900 sq ft.

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