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Highlights

  • On-site laundry facility
  • Two spacious bedrooms
  • Freshly renovated apartment
  • Beautiful hardwood floors

Location

1191 Ella T Grasso Blvd, New Haven, CT 06511, USA|West River
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Management

BVT

Leasing office

(475) 355-6773

Property Overview

Westview Commons offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and amenities, with a 7.9 Zumper Expert Rating, high marks for amenities and location, and competitive pricing. Renters can expect freshly renovated apartments with beautiful hardwood floors, on-site laundry, and two spacious bedrooms, while grocery and public transit access are available at moderate distances.

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

7.9
Very Good
Westview Commons is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath696+ sqft$1,495–$1,500 /mo2 units availableDiscover this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in New Haven, CT. The unit features hardwood floors throughout, in-unit washer and dryer, and off-street parking for convenience. Located in a residential area with easy access to local services and transit, this apartment offers a practical layout and comfortable living space. Contact us to schedule a viewing.

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Amenities for Westview Commons

Apartment Amenities

Hardwood FloorHot Water
Trash

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryWasher and Dryer

Building

Onsite LaundrySewer

Grounds

Off-Street Parking
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

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Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Building details

Property details

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About Westview Commons

HomeApartments in New HavenWest River Westview Commons

Discover this well-maintained 2-bedroom, 1-bath apartment in New Haven, CT. The unit features hardwood floors throughout, in-unit washer and dryer, and off-street parking for convenience. Located in a residential area with easy access to local services and transit, this apartment offers a practical layout and comfortable living space. Contact us to schedule a viewing.


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.
7.9
/10
Very Good
Westview Commons is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated Westview Commons
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Westview Commons is a great option for renters looking for apartments in West River. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
Westview Commons goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including hot water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Westview Commons 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.
Westview Commons 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·6A 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 Westview Commons does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
Westview Commons 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.

Westview Commons is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 15 parks within a mile

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 Westview Commons compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 miles away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1.6 miles away
Eco-friendly trash disposal
This property has recycling pickup
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 0.7 miles away

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Rent trends in West River

2-bedroom apartments at Westview Commons cost about 14% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in West River.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
West River
New Haven
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in New Haven
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$2,161
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$1,886
June 2026$1,862
July 2026$1,812
August 2026$1,807
September 2026$1,873
October 2026$1,812
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in West River
MonthMedian Rent
May 2025$1,950
June 2025$1,950
July 2025$1,950
August 2025$1,903
September 2025$1,870
October 2025$1,714
November 2025$1,650
December 2025$1,550
January 2026$1,478
February 2026$1,500
March 2026$1,500
April 2026$1,475
May 2026$1,400
June 2026$1,509
July 2026$1,537
August 2026$1,575
September 2026$1,556
October 2026$1,650

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1191 Ella T Grasso Blvd?

Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$59,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,495.
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Schools near Westview Commons

Augusta Lewis Troup School

259 edgewood ave

new haven, CT, 6511

PK, K-8Public
C-

Wexler/Grant Community School

55 foote st

new haven, CT, 6511

K-8Public
C-

Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness

360 columbus ave

new haven, CT, 6519

K-8Public
C

YLS Early Learning Center

127 wall st

new haven, CT, 6511

PKPublic

Barack H. Obama Magnet University School

69 farnham ave

new haven, CT, 6515

PK, K-4Public
C
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Getting around New Haven near 1191 Ella T Grasso Blvd

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1191 Ella T Grasso Blvd, New Haven

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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