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Highlights
- Ample closet space
- Hardwood floors throughout
Location
98 Sherman Ave, New Haven, CT 06511, USA|West River
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Property Overview
98 Sherman Ave. earns a strong overall rating with particularly high marks for location, amenities, price, and trustworthiness. It offers ample closet space and hardwood floors throughout, and it is noted for walkable surroundings, transit access, a lively neighborhood, and many nearby dining options.
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
Middle school nearby
Great for
Social life
Eco living
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,795 /mo | 1 unit available | Unusually Spacious 2BD/1BA apartment with hardwood floors throughout, extra rooms for library, art room, etc. Generous natural light, and ample closet space. Kitchen includes stove and refrigerator. Move-in ready in the heart of Edgewood, minutes from downtown New Haven. Contact us to schedule a showing. |
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Amenities for 98 Sherman Ave.
Appliances
| Fridge | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
Building
| Sewer |
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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Building details
Property details
| Units | 4 |
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About 98 Sherman Ave.
Unusually Spacious 2BD/1BA apartment with hardwood floors throughout, extra rooms for library, art room, etc. Generous natural light, and ample closet space. Kitchen includes stove and refrigerator. Move-in ready in the heart of Edgewood, minutes from downtown New Haven. Contact us to schedule a showing.
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, 98 Sherman Ave. is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 98 Sherman Ave. 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, 98 Sherman Ave. is a great option for renters looking for apartments in West River. 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.
98 Sherman 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, 98 Sherman 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.
98 Sherman 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·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 98 Sherman Ave. 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.
98 Sherman Ave. 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 98 Sherman Ave. compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 2 miles away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.3 mile away
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Rent trends in West River
2-bedroom apartments at 98 Sherman Ave. cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in West River.
Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
West River
New Haven
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| August 2024 | $2,161 |
| September 2024 | $2,157 |
| 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 | $1,819 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| May 2025 | $1,950 |
| June 2025 | $1,950 |
| July 2025 | $1,950 |
| August 2025 | $1,903 |
| September 2025 | $1,870 |
| October 2025 | $1,714 |
| November 2025 | $1,650 |
| December 2025 | $1,550 |
| January 2026 | $1,478 |
| February 2026 | $1,500 |
| March 2026 | $1,500 |
| April 2026 | $1,475 |
| May 2026 | $1,400 |
| June 2026 | $1,509 |
| July 2026 | $1,537 |
| August 2026 | $1,612 |
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Can I afford to live at 98 Sherman Ave?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$71,800/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $71,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,795.
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Schools near 98 Sherman Ave.
Augusta Lewis Troup School
259 edgewood ave
new haven, CT, 6511
PK, K-8Public
C-
YLS Early Learning Center
127 wall st
new haven, CT, 6511
PKPublic
Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness
360 columbus ave
new haven, CT, 6519
K-8Public
C
Wexler/Grant Community School
55 foote st
new haven, CT, 6511
K-8Public
C-
Hill Central Music Academy
140 dewitt st
new haven, CT, 6519
PK, K-8Public
C-
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Getting around New Haven near 98 Sherman Ave
Walking
9/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Transit
5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 98 Sherman 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
4/10
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 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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