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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • On-site laundry
  • Large pantry in kitchen

Location

74 Mechanic St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA|East Rock
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Management

East Rock Real Estate and Management

Leasing office

(203) 804-9321

Property Overview

74-76 Mechanic St offers strong overall quality with a 7.9/10 expert rating, highlighted by excellent value (8/10) and standout amenities (9/10) that include hardwood floors, on-site laundry, and a large kitchen pantry. Its 9/10 location rating reflects exceptional convenience to key destinations and a highly rated nearby elementary school, while a 7/10 trustworthiness score and above-average value-for-money percentile indicate clear, reliable listing information and competitive pricing.

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

7.9
Very Good
74-76 Mechanic St. is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath1,100 sqft$2,095 /mo1 unit available72-74 Mechanic Street Unit 1L 1st floor -3 bedroom 1 bath -Hardwood floors -Large pantry in the kitchen. -Bright, sunny unit -Pets allowed..ask about fees & restrictions. Half a block to the dog park! -Laundry is located on site -Street parking only -Photos are virtually staged -Walk to The Pantry, Chestnuts Fine Foods and many other restaurants and cafes! Short walk to Yale shuttle pick up. -Landlord pays water and sewer. Tenant responsible for other utilities. -One and a half month security and first month rent due at signing of lease

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Amenities for 74-76 Mechanic St.

Appliances

RangeRefrigerator
Stove

Building

Sewer

Grounds

Outdoor Space

Services

Lawn CareTrash Removal

Other

Cold Water
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

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About 74-76 Mechanic St.

HomeApartments in New HavenEast Rock 74-76 Mechanic St.

72-74 Mechanic Street Unit 1L 1st floor -3 bedroom 1 bath -Hardwood floors -Large pantry in the kitchen. -Bright, sunny unit -Pets allowed..ask about fees & restrictions. Half a block to the dog park! -Laundry is located on site -Street parking only -Photos are virtually staged -Walk to The Pantry, Chestnuts Fine Foods and many other restaurants and cafes! Short walk to Yale shuttle pick up. -Landlord pays water and sewer. Tenant responsible for other utilities. -One and a half month security and first month 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.
7.9
/10
Very Good
74-76 Mechanic St. is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 74-76 Mechanic St.
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, 74-76 Mechanic St. is a great option for renters looking for apartments in East Rock. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
74-76 Mechanic St. 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, 74-76 Mechanic 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.
74-76 Mechanic 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·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 74-76 Mechanic St. 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.
74-76 Mechanic St. 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.

74-76 Mechanic St. is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 23 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 139 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options

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 74-76 Mechanic St. compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.1 mile away
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 2 miles away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in East Rock

3-bedroom apartments at 74-76 Mechanic St. cost about 31% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in East Rock.

Median rents as of May 30 2026.
East Rock
New Haven
A table of studio rental data trends in New Haven
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,695
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$1,718
A table of studio rental data trends in East Rock
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,730
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$1,592

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$83,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $83,800 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,095.
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Schools near 74-76 Mechanic St.

Worthington Hooker School

180 canner st

new haven, CT, 6511

K-8Public
B

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-

Fair Haven School

164 grand ave

new haven, CT, 6513

PK, K-8Public
C-

YLS Early Learning Center

127 wall st

new haven, CT, 6511

PKPublic
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Getting around New Haven near 74 Mechanic St

Walking

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

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

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

Points of interest for 74 Mechanic St, New Haven

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-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

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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Tlaxcala Grocery
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Ayah Market
831 Orange St
Ayometla Grocery
368 Lombard St
Lombard Groceries
297 Lombard St
Oriental Pantry Cafe Grocery & Gifts
486 Orange St

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