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Highlights

  • Granite counter tops
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Washer/dryer in unit
  • One off-street parking spot
  • Pet friendly
  • Gut renovated hardwood floors

Location

79 Winchester Ave, New Haven, CT 06511, USA|Dixwell
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Management

Farnam Group- MGMT

Leasing office

(240) 405-5683

Property Overview

79 Winchester Ave offers strong overall value with an 8.8/10 expert rating, including perfect scores for both price and amenities, and a high location score of 9/10 for exceptional convenience to shops, services, and transit. Gut-renovated interiors with hardwood floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, in-unit laundry, one off-street parking spot, and pet-friendly policies create a comfortable living experience. The home’s bright natural light and proximity to numerous grocery stores, wellness centers, restaurants, entertainment venues, and coworking-friendly spots make it especially appealing for fitness, social, and remote-work lifestyles.

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, 79 Winchester Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 79 Winchester Ave 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
  • More space
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life
  • Work-from-home
  • Wellness

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath948 sqft$2,400 /mo1 unit availableApartment is conveniently located in prime Science Hill, right next to shops and restaurants with public transportation steps away! Close to new Yale dorms and the Yale hockey rink. The apartment was gut renovated with hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. The space has tons of natural light emphasizing the open floor plan. 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath Living Room Kitchen Features: - Very bright with open floor plan - Beautiful redone hardwood floors - Washer/dryer in unit - Central air - Granite counter tops - Stainless steel appliances - gas stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave - Backyard - One off-street parking spot included - Pet Friendly Location: - In Science Hill - Close to several shops and restaurants - On Yale shuttle line and easy access to nearby public transportation Utilities: - Landlord pays water and sewer. - Tenant pays gas, electric and cable/wifi. Application fee is $50 per adult. Security deposit equal to 1.5 month's rent. 1st-month rent and security deposit due at lease signing. We support Equal housing opportunities - Anyone can apply! Application approval contingent on credit score and financial background.

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Amenities for 79 Winchester Ave

Apartment Amenities

Dryer

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
Stainless Steel DishwasherStainless Steel Gas Stove & Oven
Stainless Steel MicrowaveStainless Steel Refrigerator

Building

Onsite LaundrySewer

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Other

Cold Water
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Applicants

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 79 Winchester Ave

HomeApartments in New HavenDixwell 79 Winchester Ave

Apartment is conveniently located in prime Science Hill, right next to shops and restaurants with public transportation steps away! Close to new Yale dorms and the Yale hockey rink. The apartment was gut renovated with hardwood floors and stainless steel appliances. The space has tons of natural light emphasizing the open floor plan. 2 Bedrooms 1 Bath Living Room Kitchen Features: - Very bright with open floor plan - Beautiful redone hardwood floors - Washer/dryer in unit - Central air - Granite counter tops - Stainless steel appliances - gas stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave - Backyard - One off-street parking spot included - Pet Friendly Location: - In Science Hill - Close to several shops and restaurants - On Yale shuttle line and easy access to nearby public transportation Utilities: - Landlord pays water and sewer. - Tenant pays gas, electric and cable/wifi. Application fee is $50 per adult. Security deposit equal to 1.5 month's rent. 1st-month rent and security deposit due at lease signing. We support Equal housing opportunities - Anyone can apply! Application approval contingent on credit score and financial background.


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, 79 Winchester Ave is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 79 Winchester Ave 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 79 Winchester Ave
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.
79 Winchester 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·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.
79 Winchester Ave 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—in-unit laundry—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.
79 Winchester 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·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 79 Winchester Ave 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.

79 Winchester Ave is great for:

Social life

  • 349 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 317 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 40 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Work-from-home

  • 3 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile
  • 5 internet service provider options nearby
  • Large windows for natural lighting

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • There are 45 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • 10 health/wellness centers nearby
  • 23 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby

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 79 Winchester Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 7-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Less expensive
The 5-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 5-bedroom is 300 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
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Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Dixwell

2-bedroom apartments at 79 Winchester Ave cost about 30% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Dixwell.

Median rents as of Apr 11 2026.
Dixwell
New Haven
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in New Haven
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$2,200
May 2024$2,165
June 2024$2,109
July 2024$2,214
August 2024$2,318
September 2024$2,160
October 2024$2,150
November 2024$2,404
December 2024$2,494
January 2025$2,518
February 2025$2,487
March 2025$2,481
April 2025$2,336
May 2025$2,199
June 2025$2,212
July 2025$2,137
August 2025$2,068
September 2025$2,061
October 2025$2,050
November 2025$2,019
December 2025$2,004
January 2026$1,999
February 2026$2,004
March 2026$2,100
April 2026$2,197
A table of 2-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Dixwell
MonthMedian Rent
April 2024$1,900
September 2024$1,850
November 2024$2,068
December 2024$1,912
January 2025$2,075
February 2025$1,980
March 2025$1,980
April 2025$2,062
May 2025$1,950
June 2025$1,992
July 2025$2,056
August 2025$1,779
September 2025$1,650
October 2025$1,650
November 2025$1,650
December 2025$1,650
January 2026$1,716
February 2026$1,916
April 2026$1,812

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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$96,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $96,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,400.
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Schools near 79 Winchester Ave

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

Worthington Hooker School

180 canner st

new haven, CT, 6511

K-8Public
B

Augusta Lewis Troup School

259 edgewood ave

new haven, CT, 6511

PK, K-8Public
C-

Lincoln-Bassett School

130 bassett st

new haven, CT, 6511

PK, K-6Public
C-
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Getting around New Haven near 79 Winchester Ave

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

8/10
Helmets on–you can get anywhere in this cyclist-friendly, well-connected area.

Transit

7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 79 Winchester Ave, New Haven

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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