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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Fenced in backyard
  • Eat-in kitchen with gas stove

Location

185 Willow St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA|East Rock
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Property Overview

185 Willow St offers strong overall value with high expert ratings for price, amenities, location, and quality, reflecting an excellent standard of living at a competitive cost. Its fenced-in backyard, eat-in kitchen with gas stove, nearby top-rated high school, and strong value per square foot add to its appeal. The property is also well-suited for pet owners, with outdoor space on-site and multiple pet-related services and dog parks close by.

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

9.2
Excellent
185 Willow St 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.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • More space
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath1,000 sqft185 Willow Street Unit 2 2nd floor NO LAUNDRY ON SITE -1 bedroom plus small office, 1 bath Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances (Refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher) -Sunny bright apartment -Backyard -Hardwood flooring - Pets allowed..ask about fees & restrictions. -Storage available -Street parking only -Landlord pays water and sewer, tenant pays electric and gas -Security Deposit based on credit score: minimum deposit of 1.5 months. -Security Deposit and first month's rent due at signing of lease.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath700 sqft

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Amenities for 185 Willow St

Apartment Amenities

Stainless Steel Stove

Appliances

DishwasherGas Range
RefrigeratorStainless Steel Dishwasher
Stainless Steel MicrowaveStainless Steel Refridgerator

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Sewer

Grounds

BackyardOutdoor Space
Yard

Services

Lawn CareTrash Removal

Other

Cold Water
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

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

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Building details

Property details

Units2
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About 185 Willow St

HomeApartments in New HavenEast Rock 185 Willow St

185 Willow Street Unit 2 2nd floor NO LAUNDRY ON SITE -1 bedroom plus small office, 1 bath Updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances (Refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher) -Sunny bright apartment -Backyard -Hardwood flooring - Pets allowed..ask about fees & restrictions. -Storage available -Street parking only -Landlord pays water and sewer, tenant pays electric and gas -Security Deposit based on credit score: minimum deposit of 1.5 months. -Security Deposit and first month's rent due at signing of lease.


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
185 Willow St 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.
How we rated 185 Willow St
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.
185 Willow St 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.
185 Willow St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including backyard. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 185 Willow St 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.
185 Willow St 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.
185 Willow St 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·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.

185 Willow St is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 dog parks within 1 mile
  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet grooming services 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 185 Willow St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 275 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 3 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in East Rock

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
East Rock
New Haven
A table of studio rental data trends in New Haven
MonthMedian Rent
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$1,724
A table of studio rental data trends in East Rock
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July 2024$1,695
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March 2025$1,810
April 2025$1,787
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July 2025$1,772
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February 2026$1,689
March 2026$1,665
April 2026$1,661

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255 blatchley ave

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PK, K-8Public
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YLS Early Learning Center

127 wall st

new haven, CT, 6511

PKPublic

Wexler/Grant Community School

55 foote st

new haven, CT, 6511

K-8Public
C-
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Getting around New Haven near 185 Willow St

Walking

7/10
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

7/10
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 185 Willow St, New Haven

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' 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

9/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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