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Highlights

  • In unit laundry
  • Hardwood flooring throughout
  • Newly renovated kitchen
  • Top of line fixtures and appliances
  • Central air

Location

420 Whitney Ave, New Haven, CT 06511, USA|Prospect Hill
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Management

The Farnam Group

Leasing office

(203) 710-9762

Property Overview

Whitney Gardens is highly rated with a Zumper score of 8.9 out of 10, indicating it is an excellent option for renters. The property features notable amenities such as in-unit laundry and a newly renovated kitchen, while its competitive pricing reflects a strong balance of value, location, and quality, each rated 9 out of 10. Additionally, it demonstrates transparency and trustworthiness with an 8 out of 10 rating for its clear and detailed descriptions.

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

8.9
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Whitney Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Whitney Gardens 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

  • Dishwasher
  • Laundry available on site

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

3BR/2.0BA3 bed2 bath$2,500 /mo1 unit available420 Whitney Ave, New Haven Basement Unit Available Now! 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Living/Dining Kitchen Features: - Newly renovated kitchen with top of the line fixtures and appliances - Great natural light - Wood flooring throughout - Central air - In unit laundry - Kitchen features: newly renovated, stainless-steel appliances including a dishwasher! - Ample closet space - Pet friendly! Building Amenities: - Pet friendly! For a monthly fee - Water/sewer & hot water included - Tenant pays for gas, electric, and cable/wifi Neighborhood: - Worthington Hooker School district - Walking distance to Yale SOM, Yale Science Hill, great markets, cafes, Yale shuttle, and just minutes to Downtown New Haven! Application fee is $50 per adult. Security deposit is equal to 1 month's rent. Security deposit and first month's rent due at lease signing.

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Amenities for Whitney Gardens

Appliances

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

Building

Onsite Laundry

Other

Cold Water & Sewer
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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About Whitney Gardens

HomeApartments in New HavenProspect Hill Whitney Gardens

420 Whitney Ave, New Haven Basement Unit Available Now! 3 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms Living/Dining Kitchen Features: - Newly renovated kitchen with top of the line fixtures and appliances - Great natural light - Wood flooring throughout - Central air - In unit laundry - Kitchen features: newly renovated, stainless-steel appliances including a dishwasher! - Ample closet space - Pet friendly! Building Amenities: - Pet friendly! For a monthly fee - Water/sewer & hot water included - Tenant pays for gas, electric, and cable/wifi Neighborhood: - Worthington Hooker School district - Walking distance to Yale SOM, Yale Science Hill, great markets, cafes, Yale shuttle, and just minutes to Downtown New Haven! Application fee is $50 per adult. Security deposit is equal to 1 month's rent. Security deposit and first month's rent due at lease signing.


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.
8.9
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.9 out of 10 overall, Whitney Gardens is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Whitney Gardens 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 Whitney Gardens
Price·9A 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.
Whitney Gardens stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
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.
Whitney Gardens goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including cold water & sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Whitney Gardens 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.
Whitney Gardens 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.
Whitney Gardens 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.

Whitney Gardens 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 Whitney Gardens compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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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Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Prospect Hill

3-bedroom apartments at Whitney Gardens cost about 26% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Prospect Hill.

Median rents as of Nov 15 2025.
Prospect Hill
New Haven
A table of studio rental data trends in New Haven
MonthMedian Rent
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 Prospect Hill
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$1,695
March 2024$1,695
April 2024$1,745
May 2024$1,835
May 2025$1,746
June 2025$1,778
July 2025$1,730
August 2025$1,602

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

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

$100,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $100,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,500.
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Schools near Whitney Gardens

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 420 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 420 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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