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401 Whitney Ave, New Haven, CT 06511, USA|East Rock
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Property Overview
401-409 Whitney Ave. offers exceptional value with a top-tier overall Zumper Expert Rating of 9.1/10, including perfect pricing and strong scores for amenities, location, and quality. Hardwood floors throughout complement its lively, walkable setting, with 146 nearby restaurants and 63 cultural venues within a mile. Although transit and groceries are a few miles away, the property ranks in the 91.55th percentile for value per square foot and provides a transparent, detailed listing renters can trust.
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.
Things you’ll love
More space
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,000 sqft | $2,120 /mo | 1 unit available | AVAILABLE NOW East Rock apartment, approximately 1000 square feet, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, living room/dining room. All hardwood floors throughout except kitchen and bath. Vintage style kitchen with all appliances. This apartment offers one parking space and it is located on the Yale shuttle minutes from downtown New Haven. Tenant is responsible for electric, heat, and cable. Coin operated washer and dryer in the basement. Just minutes away from Yale SOM and downtown New Haven. Best location in East Rock it is within walking distance to downtown New Haven as well as shops, markets and cafes on Orange Street. |
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Amenities for 401-409 Whitney Ave.
Apartment Amenities
| Hot and Cold Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Administration Fee
One-time.
$45
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 19 |
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About 401-409 Whitney Ave.
AVAILABLE NOW East Rock apartment, approximately 1000 square feet, 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, kitchen, living room/dining room. All hardwood floors throughout except kitchen and bath. Vintage style kitchen with all appliances. This apartment offers one parking space and it is located on the Yale shuttle minutes from downtown New Haven. Tenant is responsible for electric, heat, and cable. Coin operated washer and dryer in the basement. Just minutes away from Yale SOM and downtown New Haven. Best location in East Rock it is within walking distance to downtown New Haven as well as shops, markets and cafes on Orange Street.
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.
9.1
/10
Excellent401-409 Whitney Ave. is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
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.
401-409 Whitney Ave. 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.
401-409 Whitney Ave. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including outdoor space. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 401-409 Whitney Ave. 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.
401-409 Whitney Ave. 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·9A 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.
401-409 Whitney Ave. has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
401-409 Whitney Ave. provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
401-409 Whitney Ave. is great for:
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 401-409 Whitney Ave. compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 307 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in East Rock
2-bedroom apartments at 401-409 Whitney Ave. cost about 15% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in East Rock.
Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
East Rock
New Haven
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,850 |
| May 2024 | $1,858 |
| June 2024 | $1,691 |
| July 2024 | $1,728 |
| August 2024 | $1,614 |
| September 2024 | $1,838 |
| October 2024 | $1,879 |
| November 2024 | $1,999 |
| December 2024 | $2,051 |
| January 2025 | $2,074 |
| February 2025 | $2,003 |
| March 2025 | $1,997 |
| April 2025 | $1,992 |
| May 2025 | $1,961 |
| June 2025 | $1,810 |
| July 2025 | $1,720 |
| August 2025 | $1,730 |
| September 2025 | $1,779 |
| October 2025 | $1,747 |
| November 2025 | $1,776 |
| December 2025 | $1,804 |
| January 2026 | $1,714 |
| February 2026 | $1,780 |
| March 2026 | $1,710 |
| April 2026 | $1,700 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,695 |
| May 2024 | $1,695 |
| June 2024 | $1,716 |
| July 2024 | $1,695 |
| February 2025 | $1,825 |
| March 2025 | $1,810 |
| April 2025 | $1,787 |
| May 2025 | $1,733 |
| June 2025 | $1,720 |
| July 2025 | $1,772 |
| August 2025 | $1,745 |
| December 2025 | $1,695 |
| January 2026 | $1,668 |
| February 2026 | $1,689 |
| March 2026 | $1,665 |
| April 2026 | $1,677 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 401 Whitney Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$84,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $84,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,120.
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Schools near 401-409 Whitney Ave.
Worthington Hooker School
180 canner st
new haven, CT, 6511
K-8Public
B
Wexler/Grant Community School
55 foote st
new haven, CT, 6511
K-8Public
C-
YLS Early Learning Center
127 wall st
new haven, CT, 6511
PKPublic
Lincoln-Bassett School
130 bassett st
new haven, CT, 6511
PK, K-6Public
C-
Family Academy of Multilingual Exploration
255 blatchley ave
new haven, CT, 6513
PK, K-8Public
C-
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Getting around New Haven near 401 Whitney Ave
Walking
8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 401 Whitney Ave, New Haven
Groceries
8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 401 Whitney Ave
Ayah Market
831 Orange St
Oriental Pantry Cafe Grocery & Gifts
486 Orange St
Tlaxcala Grocery
964 State St
Hong Kong Market
71 Whitney Ave
B & K Variety Store
597 Winchester Ave
Neville's Fashion Design Studio
27 Bdwy
Initial USA Uniform & Linen
220 Wallace St
Valentino Tailors
817 Grand Ave
Campus Customs
57 Broadway
Blue Jay Cleaners Inc
51 Broadway
Poppy's Coffee & Kitchen
374 Whitney Ave
East Rock Coffee
49 Cottage St
Dunkin'
889 State St
Fussy Coffee
290 Winchester Ave
Willoughby's Coffee & Tea
258 Church St
Archie Moores NH
188 Willow St
Diesel Lounge
944 State St
Tavern on State
969 State St
Cave A Vin LLC
975 State St
Portofino's Restaurant & Bar
937 State St
Nica's Market
603 Orange St
Hudson Leroy Hospitality LLC
5 Edwards St
State Fish Farm Market
892 State St
Provisions on State
981 State St
Naturegene Herb
75 Whitney Ave
Park
Park
Park
West Rock Ridge State Park
Park
P & M Fine Foods
721 Orange St
Dimeo Construction
340 Edwards St
Caffe Bravo
794 Orange St
Nica's Market
603 Orange St
Archie Moores NH
188 Willow St
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