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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Quaint community
  • Pet-friendly
  • Professionals

Location

144 Pinney St # 147, Ellington, CT 06029, USA
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Management

Red Tail Residential

Leasing office

(844) 423-1752

Open today 

9:00 am–6:00 pm ET

Property Overview

Pinney Brook offers strong value with a high expert rating, excellent scores for price, amenities, and location, and a trustworthy listing description. It also stands out for its pet-friendly appeal, outdoor spaces, and quaint community feel, with 31 photos and a nearby top-rated middle school adding to its overall appeal.

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, Pinney Brook is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Pinney Brook 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

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • Fireplace

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1 Bedroom/1 Bath1 bed1 bath660 sqft$1,710–$1,860 /mo2 units available

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Amenities for Pinney Brook

Apartment Amenities

FireplaceHardwood Floor
Walk-in ClosetWindow Coverings

Appliances

DishwasherElectric Range

Tech

High-Speed Internet

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Onsite LaundrySmoke-free

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space
Private Backyard

Services

On-Site Maintenance

Other

Flexible RentShort Term Lease
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

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$50

REQUIRED FEES

Deposit

One-time. Refund Policy: Refundable. Security Deposit.

$1,000

Pest Control

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$5

Trash

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$20

Water/sewer

Monthly. Refund Policy: Non-refundable.

$45

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Cat

Pet Terms

2 cats max. | Restrictions: None.

Dog

Pet Terms

2 dogs max. | Restrictions: None.

SITUATIONAL FEES

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Building details

Property details

Units35

About Pinney Brook

HomeApartments in Ellington Pinney Brook

Discover our premier community, Pinney Brook Apartments, in Ellington, CT, near Hartford. This quaint community in the Ellington neighborhood is close to delicious restaurants and boutique local stores. All of our apartments are pet-friendly and the perfect home for professionals, students, families, seniors, and everyone in between. Take a closer look at everything we have in store for you!


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, Pinney Brook is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Pinney Brook 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 Pinney Brook
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.
Pinney Brook 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·10A 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.
Pinney Brook stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Pinney Brook 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 Pinney Brook does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.

Pinney Brook is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this 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 Pinney Brook compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1.3 miles away
Fireplace
In-unit features
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

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Rent trends in Ellington

1-bedroom apartments at Pinney Brook cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Ellington.

Median rents as of Nov 7 2026.
Ellington
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Ellington
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,817
December 2024$1,825
January 2025$1,860
February 2025$1,870
March 2025$1,895
September 2025$1,795
October 2025$1,350
November 2025$1,521
December 2025$1,635
April 2026$1,655
September 2026$1,798
October 2026$1,678
November 2026$1,745

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 144 Pinney St # 147?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

Slide to adjust the percentage of your monthly income you are willing to spend on rent.
The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$68,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $68,400 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,710.
For more information on rent affordability, visit our rent calculator.

Schools near Pinney Brook

Windermere School

2 abbott rd

ellington, CT, 6029

PK, K-6Public
A-

Andover Elementary School

35 school rd

andover, CT, 6232

PK, K-6Public
B

Early Childhood Learning Center at Hockanum School

191 main st

east hartford, CT, 6118

PKPublic

LINKS Academy at Eastbury

1389 neipsic rd

glastonbury, CT, 6033

1-12Public

Glastonbury Public Schools - Integrated Preschool

1389 neipsic rd

glastonbury, CT, 6033

PKPublic
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Ellington near 144 Pinney St # 147

Walking

2/10
You’ll need another mode of transportation for getting around. Scooter, anyone?

Driving

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

Cycling

1/10
Heads up, bike lanes and cyclist-friendly streets aren’t common.

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 144 Pinney St # 147, Ellington

Groceries

4/10
Some groceries within a short drive

Shopping

2/10
Some shops within a short drive

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within a short drive

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a short drive

Primary schools

1/10
Closest elementary school further than a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

2/10
Few or no bars within a short drive

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