Cheap Apartments for Rent in West Haven, CT from $700 (141 Rentals)

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278 Main
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$1,441 - $1,849
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$1,431 - $1,839
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$1,441 - $1,849
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278 Main

278 Main StWest Haven, CT 06516
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183 Park St
$1,500
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$1,500
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$1,500
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183 Park St

183 Park StWest Haven, CT 06516
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VIP I
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

VIP I

73 Knox StWest Haven, CT 06516
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VIP II Apartments
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175 Canton StWest Haven, CT 06516
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Crestwood Apartments
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Crestwood Apartments

48 Claudia DrWest 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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323 Center St
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323 Center St

323 Center StWest Haven, CT 06516
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Martin
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Martin

106-108 Martin 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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Lincoln
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Lincoln

131 Elm StWest Haven, CT 06516
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Rolling Ridge
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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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Meadow Landing
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Meadow Landing

397 Meadowbrook CtWest 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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26 Tyler St
$1,150
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26 Tyler St

26 Tyler StNew Haven, CT 06519
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West Haven, CT Local Guide

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Cheapest Available West Haven Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in West Haven, CT is a 3 Beds unit found at Apartments at 65 Dwight Street in the Long Wharf neighborhood priced from $865. Kenneth Gardens in the Eastern Suffolk neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable West Haven apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Apartments at 65 Dwight StreetThree Bed - Flat3BR,1BA$865
Kenneth GardensStudioStudio,1BA$1,195
Morningside CommonsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Seabury CooperativeOne Bed One Bath (SE1a)1BR,1BA$1,321
165 Park Street165 Park Street 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,330
119 Main St1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,395

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Haven, CT

As of September 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Haven area is the $1.39 price per square foot 134 Shelton Ave Model at 134 Shelton Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Newhallville neighborhood starting from $3,200. The second greatest value West Haven apartment is the 493 Howard Ave Model at 493 Howard Ave, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $1,850 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the Long Wharf 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.
134 Shelton Ave, Unit 2134 Shelton Ave5BR,2BA$1.39
493 Howard Ave, Unit 2nd Floor493 Howard Ave2BR,1BA$1.13
104 Webster St, Unit 2104 Webster St5BR,1BA$1.50
379 Winthrop Ave, Unit 1379 Winthrop Ave3BR,1BA$1.32
95 Olive St, Unit 195 Olive St2BR,1BA$1.53
470 Howard Ave, Unit Second Floor470 Howard Ave3BR,1BA$1.54
82 Dickerman St, Unit 182 Dickerman St3BR,1BA$1.60
46 Henry St, Unit 1L46 Henry St2BR,1BA$1.50
Colonial Court Apartments1 BEDROOM1BR,1BA$1.61
165 Park Street165 Park Street 1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.52

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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

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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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 Kenneth Gardens listed at $1,195.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Haven Apartment is $1,265 at Kenneth Gardens.

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 $1,635 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 Apartments at 65 Dwight Street and starts from $865.

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