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870 Elm St, New Haven, CT 06511, USA|Edgewood
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Property Overview
870 Elm Street is rated 8 out of 10 overall, with strong marks for amenities, location, price, and trustworthiness. It offers good value for money, hardwood floors throughout, and is considered great for social life thanks to a bustling neighborhood, transit options, plenty of nearby restaurants, and walkable areas.
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.
Things you’ll love
Less expensive
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,495 /mo | 1 unit available | Bright 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment in the Edgewood neighborhood featuring hardwood floors throughout and great natural light. Kitchen includes stove and refrigerator. Cold water and sewer included — tenants pay electric and gas only. Minutes from downtown New Haven. Walkable neighborhood. |
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Amenities for 870 Elm Street
Appliances
| Fridge | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Sewer |
Other
| Cold Water |
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Policies and fees
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One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 3 |
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About 870 Elm Street
Bright 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment in the Edgewood neighborhood featuring hardwood floors throughout and great natural light. Kitchen includes stove and refrigerator. Cold water and sewer included — tenants pay electric and gas only. Minutes from downtown New Haven. Walkable neighborhood.
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.
8.0
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8 out of 10 overall, 870 Elm Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 870 Elm Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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, 870 Elm Street is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Edgewood. 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.
870 Elm Street 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, 870 Elm Street 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.
870 Elm Street 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 870 Elm Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
870 Elm Street is great for:
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 870 Elm Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Edgewood
2-bedroom apartments at 870 Elm Street cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Edgewood.
Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Edgewood
New Haven
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $2,110 |
| November 2024 | $2,266 |
| December 2024 | $2,242 |
| January 2025 | $2,377 |
| February 2025 | $2,172 |
| March 2025 | $2,131 |
| April 2025 | $2,113 |
| May 2025 | $2,147 |
| June 2025 | $1,949 |
| July 2025 | $1,862 |
| August 2025 | $1,798 |
| September 2025 | $1,800 |
| October 2025 | $1,776 |
| November 2025 | $1,728 |
| December 2025 | $1,799 |
| January 2026 | $1,784 |
| February 2026 | $1,796 |
| March 2026 | $1,848 |
| April 2026 | $1,836 |
| May 2026 | $1,886 |
| June 2026 | $1,862 |
| July 2026 | $1,812 |
| August 2026 | $1,807 |
| September 2026 | $1,889 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,450 |
| November 2024 | $1,450 |
| December 2024 | $1,450 |
| January 2025 | $1,450 |
| February 2025 | $1,450 |
| March 2025 | $1,450 |
| April 2025 | $1,450 |
| May 2025 | $1,468 |
| June 2025 | $1,455 |
| July 2025 | $1,450 |
| August 2025 | $1,450 |
| September 2025 | $1,450 |
| October 2025 | $1,450 |
| November 2025 | $1,450 |
| December 2025 | $1,462 |
| January 2026 | $1,450 |
| February 2026 | $1,456 |
| March 2026 | $1,450 |
| April 2026 | $1,467 |
| May 2026 | $1,454 |
| June 2026 | $1,455 |
| July 2026 | $1,485 |
| August 2026 | $1,520 |
| September 2026 | $1,600 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 870 Elm St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-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
$59,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $59,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,495.
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Schools near 870 Elm Street
Augusta Lewis Troup School
259 edgewood ave
new haven, CT, 6511
PK, K-8Public
C-
Barack H. Obama Magnet University School
69 farnham ave
new haven, CT, 6515
PK, K-4Public
C
Wexler/Grant Community School
55 foote st
new haven, CT, 6511
K-8Public
C-
YLS Early Learning Center
127 wall st
new haven, CT, 6511
PKPublic
Lincoln-Bassett School
130 bassett st
new haven, CT, 6511
PK, K-6Public
C-
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Getting around New Haven near 870 Elm St
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
6/10
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 870 Elm St, New Haven
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
7/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
7/10
Wide variety of bars within a short drive, including some within walking distance
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