Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Haven, CT from $1,062 (254 Rentals)

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property at 179 Elm St
$1,350

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Base Rent$1,350

Total Monthly Price$1,350
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179 Elm St

West HavenCT06516
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120 Canton St, Unit 2
$1,415

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Base Rent$1,415

Total Monthly Price$1,415
12 Month Lease Term
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120 Canton St, Unit 2

120 Canton StWest Haven, CT 06516
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property at 379 Derby Ave
$1,450

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Base Rent$1,450

Total Monthly Price$1,450
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379 Derby Ave

West HavenCT06516
property at 760 Washington Ave
$1,500 - $1,700

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Base Rent$1,500

Total Monthly Price$1,500
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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760 Washington Ave

West HavenCT06516
property at 116 Elizabeth St
$1,550

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Base Rent$1,550

Total Monthly Price$1,550
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116 Elizabeth St

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170 Union Ave, Unit 2
$1,580

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Base Rent$1,580

Total Monthly Price$1,580
12 Month Lease Term
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170 Union Ave, Unit 2

170 Union AveWest Haven, CT 06516
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property at 160 Main St
$1,600

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Base Rent$1,600

Total Monthly Price$1,600
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160 Main St

West HavenCT06516

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property at 358 Blohm St
$1,600

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Base Rent$1,600

Total Monthly Price$1,600
1 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent
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358 Blohm St

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152 Dalton St, Unit 1st floor
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
12 Month Lease Term
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152 Dalton St, Unit 1st floor

152 Dalton StWest Haven, CT 06516
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property at 360 Campbell Ave
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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360 Campbell Ave

West HavenCT06516
property at 51 Gilbert St
$1,700

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Base Rent$1,700

Total Monthly Price$1,700
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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51 Gilbert St

West HavenCT06516
property at 35 Dalton St
$1,725

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Base Rent$1,725

Total Monthly Price$1,725
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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35 Dalton St

West HavenCT06516
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Retro 511
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$1,785 - $1,985

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Base Rent$1,775 - $1,975
Required Monthly Fees$10

Total Monthly Price$1,785 - $1,985
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Retro 511

511 Main StWest Haven, CT 06516
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property at 108 Union Ave
$1,800

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Base Rent$1,800

Total Monthly Price$1,800
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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108 Union Ave

West HavenCT06516

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property at 8 Knox St
$1,800

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Base Rent$1,800

Total Monthly Price$1,800
2 Bedroom Rentals
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8 Knox St

West HavenCT06516
property at 5 Oak Pl
$1,850

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Base Rent$1,850

Total Monthly Price$1,850
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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5 Oak Pl

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property at 297 Park St
$1,870

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Base Rent$1,870

Total Monthly Price$1,870
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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297 Park St

West HavenCT06516
property at 630 Washington Ave
$1,950

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Base Rent$1,950

Total Monthly Price$1,950
3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent
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630 Washington Ave

West HavenCT06516
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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73 Knox StWest Haven, CT 06516
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Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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175 Canton StWest Haven, CT 06516
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Crestwood Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

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48 Claudia DrWest Haven, CT 06516
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Willowwood Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Willowwood Apartments

1 Greta StWest Haven, CT 06516
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323 Center St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

323 Center St

323 Center StWest Haven, CT 06516
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112-116 Elizabeth St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

112-116 Elizabeth St

112-116 Elizabeth StWest Haven, CT 06516
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Martin
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106-108 Martin StWest Haven, CT 06516
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Lincoln
1 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln

131 Elm StWest Haven, CT 06516
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Waverly
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Waverly

136 Elm StWest Haven, CT 06516
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Rolling Ridge
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Rolling Ridge

16 Ridge Ct WWest Haven, CT 06516
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Kimberly Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Kimberly Gardens

163 Spring StWest Haven, CT 06516
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Cheapest Available West Haven Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Haven, CT is a 4 Beds unit found at Olive & Wooster in the Long Wharf neighborhood priced from $1,062. Morningside Commons in the Woodmont neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,250. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Haven apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Olive & WoosterD2 Co-Living4BR,4BA$1,062
Morningside CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
1476 Chapel2041BR,1BA$1,250
Kenneth GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,265
Encore Apartments - 275 Research Pkwy0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,295
17 Howe Street17 Howe Street StudioStudio,1BA$1,295
1447 Chapel Street1447 Chapel Street Studio ApartmentStudio,1BA$1,295
308 Main st0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,315

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Haven, CT

As of September 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Haven area is the $1.50 price per square foot 265 Orange St Model at 265 Orange St, Unit # 1 in the in the Long Wharf neighborhood starting from $2,999. The second greatest value West Haven apartment is the 88 Harrison St Model at 88 Harrison St, Unit #1 starting at $2,200 with a $1.49 price per square foot in the West Rock neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Haven apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
265 Orange St, Unit # 1265 Orange St3BR,2BA$1.50
88 Harrison St, Unit #188 Harrison St2BR,1BA$1.49
424 Dixwell Ave, Unit #1424 Dixwell Ave2BR,1BA$1.59
Orange GardensTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.56
455 George Street455 George Street 2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.45
170 Union Ave, Unit 2170 Union Ave1BR,1BA$1.58
1447 Chapel Street1447 Chapel Street 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.62
Foundry Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath (fc1x1)1BR,1BA$1.60
165 Park Street165 Park Street - 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.59
Kenneth GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.58

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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.

West Haven, CT
Population: 54,879

Ranked #705

in US Census Population by City

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Haven Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in West Haven?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in West Haven is at Morningside Commons listed at $1,250.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Haven Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Haven Apartment is $1,250 at 1476 Chapel.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Haven Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Haven is starting from $1,475 at Kenneth Gardens.

What is the most affordable West Haven Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap West Haven Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1476 Chapel and starts from $1,400.

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Local Expert's Guide to the Top Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in Bridgeport, CT

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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals

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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.