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Highlights

  • Open floor plan
  • Garden style apartment complex
  • Green space
  • All carpeting
  • Street parking only

Location

421 Whitney Ave, New Haven, CT 06511, USA|East Rock
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Management

Elm City Apartments

Leasing office

(508) 320-5253

Property Overview

421-425 Whitney Ave. presents an appealing option for renters, highlighted by its exceptional amenities, strong location, and competitive pricing. With an impressive overall Zumper rating of 8.5, the property features an open floor plan, a garden-style complex, and substantial green space, all contributing to a vibrant lifestyle. Its proximity to cultural venues, restaurants, and local events further enhances its attractiveness, making it a standout choice for those seeking an engaging community atmosphere.

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

9.1
Excellent
421-425 Whitney Ave. 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

  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath800 sqft$1,500 /mo1 unit availableClose to downtown New Haven and Yale University. This unit is bright and sunny, has all carpeting and skylights, with open floor plan. Unit comes with built in Ac unit which is nice for the summer months and has street parking only. Garden style apartment complex offers plenty of green space. Just minutes away from Yale SOM and downtown New Haven. 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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Amenities for 421-425 Whitney Ave.

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Grounds

Outdoor Space

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

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Property details

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About 421-425 Whitney Ave.

HomeApartments in New HavenEast Rock 421-425 Whitney Ave.

Close to downtown New Haven and Yale University. This unit is bright and sunny, has all carpeting and skylights, with open floor plan. Unit comes with built in Ac unit which is nice for the summer months and has street parking only. Garden style apartment complex offers plenty of green space. Just minutes away from Yale SOM and downtown New Haven. 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.
9.1
/10
Excellent
421-425 Whitney Ave. 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 421-425 Whitney 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.
421-425 Whitney 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·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.
421-425 Whitney Ave. goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cold water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 421-425 Whitney Ave. 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.
421-425 Whitney 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·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.
421-425 Whitney Ave. 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·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.
421-425 Whitney Ave. 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.

421-425 Whitney Ave. is great for:

Social life

  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 130 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 49 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 18 local event hubs within 1 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 421-425 Whitney Ave. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 0.5 mile away
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Rent trends in East Rock

1-bedroom apartments at 421-425 Whitney Ave. cost about 13% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in East Rock.

Median rents as of Nov 1 2025.
East Rock
New Haven
A table of studio rental data trends in New Haven
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,482
December 2023$1,536
January 2024$1,766
February 2024$1,611
March 2024$1,592
April 2024$1,708
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$1,748
A table of studio rental data trends in East Rock
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,650
March 2024$1,639
April 2024$1,667
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

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Can I afford to live at 421 Whitney Ave?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$60,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $60,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,500.
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Schools near 421-425 Whitney Ave.

Worthington Hooker School

180 canner st

new haven, CT, 6511

K-8Public
B

Wexler/Grant Community School

55 foote st

new haven, CT, 6511

K-8Public
C-

Lincoln-Bassett School

130 bassett st

new haven, CT, 6511

PK, K-6Public
C-

Family Academy of Multilingual Exploration

255 blatchley ave

new haven, CT, 6513

PK, K-8Public
C-

Clinton Avenue School

293 clinton ave

new haven, CT, 6513

K-8Public
C-
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Getting around New Haven near 421 Whitney Ave

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

8/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 421 Whitney Ave, New Haven

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute 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

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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