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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Updated kitchen
  • On-site operated laundry
  • Renovated bathroom
  • Distinctive brick accent wall

Location

197 Wooster St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA|Wooster Square - Mill River
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Management

Velo, LLC

Leasing office

(475) 267-5965 ext. 2

Property Overview

197-199 Wooster Street is a highly rated option for renters, earning an 8.8/10 overall, with standout scores for price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness. Residents benefit from updated interiors featuring stainless steel appliances, an updated kitchen, renovated bathroom, a distinctive brick accent wall, and on-site operated laundry. Its vibrant setting, with hundreds of nearby restaurants, numerous cultural venues, and many local event hubs, makes it especially appealing for those prioritizing an active social life.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 197-199 Wooster Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 197-199 Wooster Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath750+ sqft$1,750–$1,795 /mo2 units availableAvailable July 2026! Settle into this renovated 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment on lively Wooster Street. The unit features: - Updated kitchen and stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, and microwave. - Renovated bathroom. - Convenient on-site app oparated laundry. - A free city permit complements street parking. Stay connected and enjoy a walkable lifestyle with Wooster Park, renowned eateries such as Frank Pepe and Sally's Pizza, and many other dining options just a stroll away. We welcome cats and small dogs, subject to a nominal fee. Prospective tenants must meet the following criteria: - Demonstrate a monthly income of 3x the rent amount. - Maintain a good credit score. - Have no history of evictions or criminal records. - Co-signers are welcome.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,895 /mo1 unit availableAvailable May 2026! Settle into this brand new 1.5-bedroom, 1-bath apartment on lively Wooster Street. The unit features: - Updated kitchen and stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, stove, and microwave. - Renovated bathroom. - A distinctive brick accent wall in the living room adds a dash of charm. - Convenient on-site app oparated laundry. - A free city permit complements street parking. Stay connected and enjoy a walkable lifestyle with Wooster Park, renowned eateries such as Frank Pepe and Sally's Pizza, and many other dining options just a stroll away. We welcome cats and small dogs, subject to a nominal fee. Prospective tenants must meet the following criteria: - Demonstrate a monthly income of 3x the rent amount. - Maintain a good credit score. - Have no history of evictions or criminal records. - Co-signers are welcome.

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Amenities for 197-199 Wooster Street

Apartment Amenities

Water

Appliances

DishwasherMicrowave
RangeStove and Fridge

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundrySewer
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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HomeApartments in New HavenWooster Square - Mill River 197-199 Wooster Street

Available July 2026! Settle into this renovated 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment on lively Wooster Street. The unit features: - Updated kitchen and stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, stove, dishwasher, and microwave. - Renovated bathroom. - Convenient on-site app oparated laundry. - A free city permit complements street parking. Stay connected and enjoy a walkable lifestyle with Wooster Park, renowned eateries such as Frank Pepe and Sally's Pizza, and many other dining options just a stroll away. We welcome cats and small dogs, subject to a nominal fee. Prospective tenants must meet the following criteria: - Demonstrate a monthly income of 3x the rent amount. - Maintain a good credit score. - Have no history of evictions or criminal records. - Co-signers are welcome.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, 197-199 Wooster Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 197-199 Wooster Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 197-199 Wooster Street
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
197-199 Wooster Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
197-199 Wooster Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 197-199 Wooster Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
197-199 Wooster Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 197-199 Wooster Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

197-199 Wooster Street is great for:

Social life

  • 332 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 40 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 74 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 197-199 Wooster Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.1 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Wooster Square - Mill River

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 8% lower than 1-bedrooms in Wooster Square - Mill River.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 197-199 Wooster Street to be 17% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in Wooster Square - Mill River.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Wooster Square - Mill River
New Haven
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in New Haven
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,909
June 2024$1,836
July 2024$1,928
August 2024$2,147
September 2024$2,157
October 2024$2,110
November 2024$2,266
December 2024$2,242
January 2025$2,377
February 2025$2,172
March 2025$2,131
April 2025$2,113
May 2025$2,147
June 2025$1,949
July 2025$1,862
August 2025$1,798
September 2025$1,800
October 2025$1,776
November 2025$1,728
December 2025$1,799
January 2026$1,784
February 2026$1,796
March 2026$1,848
April 2026$1,836
May 2026$1,895
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Wooster Square - Mill River
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,795
June 2024$1,820
July 2024$1,672
September 2024$1,675
October 2024$1,675
November 2024$1,850
December 2024$1,850
January 2025$1,968
February 2025$1,897
March 2025$1,850
April 2025$1,898
May 2025$1,863
June 2025$1,850
July 2025$1,850
August 2025$1,750
September 2025$1,730
October 2025$1,728
November 2025$1,840
December 2025$1,962
January 2026$1,927
February 2026$1,907
March 2026$1,884
April 2026$1,905
May 2026$1,895

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$70,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $70,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,750.
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Schools near 197-199 Wooster Street

YLS Early Learning Center

127 wall st

new haven, CT, 6511

PKPublic

Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness

360 columbus ave

new haven, CT, 6519

K-8Public
C

Hill Central Music Academy

140 dewitt st

new haven, CT, 6519

PK, K-8Public
C-

Family Academy of Multilingual Exploration

255 blatchley ave

new haven, CT, 6513

PK, K-8Public
C-

Wexler/Grant Community School

55 foote st

new haven, CT, 6511

K-8Public
C-
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Neighborhood

Wooster Square - Mill River | New Haven, CT

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around New Haven near 197 Wooster St

Walking

9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 197 Wooster St, New Haven

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

8/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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