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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Recreation opportunities
  • Spacious storage space
  • Laundry in building
  • Clean and spacious apartment homes
  • Laundry
  • Range of amenities

Location

2 Skiff St, Hamden, CT 06514, USA
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Management

Franklin Communities

Leasing office

(203) 288-5327

Property Overview

Chestnut Hill East offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and amenities, with an 8.5 Zumper Expert Rating, a top amenities score, and a strong location rating. It also stands out for recreation opportunities, spacious storage, laundry in the building, and clean, spacious apartment homes, while nearby transit, schools, fitness options, and pet services add to its overall appeal.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Chestnut Hill East is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Chestnut Hill East has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Wellness
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

4 Skiff 1BR Den 10201 bed1 bath1,020 sqft$2,025 /mo1 unit availableCome have a look at our newest N Star energy efficient apartment building. At Chestnut Hill East, you will enjoy the convenience of having a washer/dryer hook-up in your apartment, covered parking under the building and a fitness room and billiard room. This complex offers free basic cable, free spacious storage space and a live-in maintenance manager. Our floor plans range from 726 square feet up to 1185 square feet. At 4 Skiff Street we offer covered parking for a fee. We are located across the street from The Farmington Canal Trail and a short walk to Hamden’s “Miracle Mile” full of shops and restaurants. Our location is minutes away from Yale, Quinnipiac, I-91, the Merritt Parkway, Sikorsky, area hospitals and the beautiful hiking trails at Sleeping Giant. Sorry, no pets. This apartment is just the right size if a one bedroom is too small but a two bedroom is just too much! Open floor plan. Call today for more information 203-288-5327 and to schedule your showing.
2 Skiff 2BR 10202 bed1 bath1,020 sqft$2,195 /mo1 unit availableTop floor 2 bedroom with plenty of natural light in the living area. Ready just in time to start the new year with a new apartment! Call today! 203-288-5327 Chestnut Hill East at 2 Skiff Street in Hamden offers clean and affordable studios, one bedroom, and two bedroom apartment homes. Our community boasts quiet apartment living. Laundry and storage are located in the building. Free unassigned parking is abundant for residents and visitors alike. From this location you can enjoy restaurants, shopping, and easy access to Yale, Quinnipiac, New Haven Hospitals, the Merritt Parkway, and I-91.

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Amenities for Chestnut Hill East

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove

Tech

Basic Cable TV

Building

Billiards RoomCats OK
Dogs OKGym
Onsite LaundrySewer

Grounds

Off-Street Parking

Services

24 Hour On-Site Emergency ServiceTrash 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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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Chestnut Hill East

HomeApartments in Hamden Chestnut Hill East

WE HAVE NO FEES! NO Amenity fees, admin, or trash fees! Chestnut Hill East offers clean, spacious, and affordable apartment homes. This apartment community offers a mix of one- and two-bedroom residential units in a suburban neighborhood close to local shops, public transit, and the Farmington Canal Trail. The building, part of a larger complex with a range of amenities and easy access to Yale, Quinnipiac, area hospitals, major roads, and recreation opportunities, provides residents with convenient living near Hamden’s bustling commercial corridors.


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Chestnut Hill East is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Chestnut Hill East has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Chestnut Hill East
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.
Chestnut Hill East 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·10A 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.
Chestnut Hill East stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—pets allowed—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Chestnut Hill East 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 Chestnut Hill East 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.

Chestnut Hill East is great for:

Pet owners

  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 2 pet supply stores near the property

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 16 gyms or yoga centers nearby

Work-from-home

  • Large windows for natural lighting
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 office supply store 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 Chestnut Hill East compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 149 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

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Rent trends in Hamden

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 14% higher than 1-bedrooms in Hamden.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at Chestnut Hill East to be on par with the average for similarly sized apartments in Hamden.

Median rents as of Aug 15 2026.
Hamden
A table of studio rental data trends in Hamden
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,545
September 2024$1,553
October 2024$1,795
November 2024$1,715
December 2024$1,745
January 2025$1,795
February 2025$1,727
March 2025$1,723
April 2025$1,547
May 2025$1,535
June 2025$1,538
July 2025$1,540
August 2025$1,539
September 2025$1,499
October 2025$1,477
November 2025$1,510
December 2025$1,477
January 2026$1,523
February 2026$1,510
March 2026$1,535
April 2026$1,546
May 2026$1,710
June 2026$1,595
July 2026$1,592
August 2026$1,678

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$81,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $81,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,025.
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Schools near Chestnut Hill East

Shepherd Glen School

1 skiff st ext

hamden, CT, 6514

K-6Public
B-

Spring Glen School

1908 whitney ave

hamden, CT, 6517

K-6Public
B+

Bear Path School

10 kirk rd

hamden, CT, 6514

K-6Public
B

Dunbar Hill School

315 lane st

hamden, CT, 6514

PK, K-6Public
C+

Church Street School

95 church st

hamden, CT, 6514

PK, K-6Public
C+
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Hamden near 2 Skiff St

Walking

6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 2 Skiff St, Hamden

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

7/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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