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Highlights
- Central air conditioning
- Closet space
- All hardwood floors
- Living room
- Dining room
Location
655 Whitney Ave, Hamden, CT 06511, USA|East Rock
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Property Overview
655 Whitney Avenue offers strong overall value with an 8.3/10 expert rating, highlighted by a perfect 10/10 price score that reflects excellent balance between cost and features. Residents can expect a high standard of living with an 8/10 amenities rating, a convenient 9/10 location near key destinations and services, and a detailed, transparent listing (7/10 trustworthiness), while its high value per square foot underscores its competitiveness in the local market.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
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Floor plans
| 2BR/2.0BA | 2 bed | 2 bath | 1,300 sqft | $2,100 /mo | 1 unit available | This unit is perfect for downsizing, one whole floor of a three family house, approximately 1300 square feet. It features all hardwood floors, a beautiful white kitchen, and central air conditioning. The unit boasts two bedrooms and two baths, living room, dining room, and plenty of closet space for storage. The apartment includes one parking space; It is located on the Yale shuttle minutes from downtown New Haven. The tenant is responsible for electricity, heat, and cable. PRIVATE laundry washer and dryer in the basement. Just minutes away from Yale SOM and downtown New Haven. The 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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About 655 Whitney Avenue
This unit is perfect for downsizing, one whole floor of a three family house, approximately 1300 square feet. It features all hardwood floors, a beautiful white kitchen, and central air conditioning. The unit boasts two bedrooms and two baths, living room, dining room, and plenty of closet space for storage. The apartment includes one parking space; It is located on the Yale shuttle minutes from downtown New Haven. The tenant is responsible for electricity, heat, and cable. PRIVATE laundry washer and dryer in the basement. Just minutes away from Yale SOM and downtown New Haven. The 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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 655 Whitney Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 655 Whitney Avenue has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
655 Whitney Avenue 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 655 Whitney Avenue is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
655 Whitney Avenue 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 655 Whitney Avenue 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.
655 Whitney Avenue 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.
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 655 Whitney Avenue compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 305 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles away
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
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Rent trends in East Rock
2-bedroom apartments at 655 Whitney Avenue cost about 18% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in East Rock.
Median rents as of May 9 2026.
East Rock
New Haven
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2024 | $1,855 |
| 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 | $1,724 |
| May 2026 | $1,748 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,661 |
| May 2026 | $1,645 |
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Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 655 Whitney Avenue
Worthington Hooker School
180 canner st
new haven, CT, 6511
K-8Public
B
Lincoln-Bassett School
130 bassett st
new haven, CT, 6511
PK, K-6Public
C-
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
Clinton Avenue School
293 clinton ave
new haven, CT, 6513
K-8Public
C-
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Getting around Hamden near 655 Whitney Ave
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
8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 655 Whitney Ave, Hamden
Groceries
7/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
Explore the area around 655 Whitney Ave
Ayah Market
831 Orange St
B & K Variety Store
597 Winchester Ave
Tlaxcala Grocery
964 State St
Family Grocery LLC
192 Butler St
Greg's Market
209 Shelton Ave
Threads By Tea LLC
30 Quaker Rd
Best Dresses
29 Daisy St
Mei Fashion LLC
1164 Whitney Ave
Sofer Beauty Apparels LLC
7 Shirley Way
Initial USA Uniform & Linen
220 Wallace St
Poppy's Coffee & Kitchen
374 Whitney Ave
East Rock Coffee
49 Cottage St
Fussy Coffee
290 Winchester Ave
Dunkin'
1950 State St
Dunkin'
889 State St
Archie Moores NH
188 Willow St
Devin's Lounge
424 Newhall St
Cave A Vin LLC
975 State St
Diesel Lounge
944 State St
Tavern on State
969 State St
Nica's Market
603 Orange St
Hudson Leroy Hospitality LLC
5 Edwards St
Provisions on State
981 State St
State Fish Farm Market
892 State St
Winn NYC
754 State St
Park
West Rock Ridge State Park
Park
Park
Park
Ayah Halal Pizza Inc
831 Orange St
Caffe Bravo
794 Orange St
Archie Moores NH
188 Willow St
One 6 Three
163 Foster St
P & M Fine Foods
721 Orange St
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