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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Off-street parking
  • Pet friendly
  • Lots of kitchen cabinet space

Location

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

249-251 Willow St is a highly rated rental option with a 9.1/10 Zumper Expert Rating, reflecting strong scores for price, amenities, location, and overall quality. Residents benefit from competitive value for money, convenient access to well-rated nearby schools, and practical features like off-street parking, pet-friendly policies, and generous kitchen cabinet space.

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
249-251 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
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath650 sqft249 Willow St 1F 1st floor - Studio with 1 bath - Hardwood floors - Off street parking for one car. Electric car charger! - Coin operated laundry on site - Pets okay - Landlord pays water and sewer. Tenants pays gas, electric and wifi. -One and a half month security plus first month rent due at lease signing
1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath650 sqft249 Willow St 3rd Floor 1-Bed + Office 1-Bath - Flex layout w/ 1-or-2 bedrooms (2nd room is more suitable as home office) - Spacious & Retro Eat-in kitchen - Lots of storage including a cedar closet. - Yale shuttle and public transportation nearby - Markets and cafes within walking distance - Coin-op laundry on site - Off-street parking. Electric car charger! Owner pays water and sewer, tenant responsible for all other utilities. Ask about pets Security Deposit: Minimum of 1.5 months, depending on credit. Security deposit and first month's rent due at lease signing.
2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,050 sqft

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Amenities for 249-251 Willow St

Appliances

Gas RangeRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Sewer

Grounds

Off-Street ParkingOutdoor Space

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

Units4
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About 249-251 Willow St

HomeApartments in New HavenEast Rock 249-251 Willow St

249 Willow St 3rd Floor 1-Bed + Office 1-Bath - Flex layout w/ 1-or-2 bedrooms (2nd room is more suitable as home office) - Spacious & Retro Eat-in kitchen - Lots of storage including a cedar closet. - Yale shuttle and public transportation nearby - Markets and cafes within walking distance - Coin-op laundry on site - Off-street parking. Electric car charger! Owner pays water and sewer, tenant responsible for all other utilities. Ask about pets Security Deposit: Minimum of 1.5 months, depending on credit. 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.
9.1
/10
Excellent
249-251 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 249-251 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.
249-251 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.
249-251 Willow St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 249-251 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.
249-251 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.
249-251 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·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.
249-251 Willow 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.

249-251 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
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area

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 249-251 Willow St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.2 mile away
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 3 miles away
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Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in East Rock

Median rents as of Jun 13 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
June 2026$1,749
A table of studio rental data trends in East Rock
MonthMedian Rent
June 2024$1,748
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
June 2026$1,550

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PKPublic

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293 clinton ave

new haven, CT, 6513

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 249 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 249 Willow St, New Haven

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
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

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

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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