Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
New Haven, CT
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
The bottom line
New Haven, CT rent is essentially flat year over year, with a current median of $2,050/month. Month over month, rents increased 3.0%, showing recent upward movement in the market despite the yearly stability.
Compared to national trends
New Haven runs 7.9% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it in the pricier range among mid-tier Northeastern metros. The market offers 320 total rentals, with a modest inventory size.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios rent for about $1,795/month, 1-bedrooms at $1,832/month, 2-bedrooms at $2,000/month, 3-bedrooms at $2,225/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $2,650/month. The 4+ bedroom median is $2,650/month, showing the upper end of the bedroom spectrum.
Neighborhood spotlight
East Shore rents fell 25.2% year over year to a median of $2,000/month. This decline contrasts with the citywide trend of essentially flat rents, indicating localized softness in this neighborhood.
Median rent
Median rent in New Haven
$2,050/mo
vs previous year
The average rent in New Haven is $2,050 per month as of October 2026. This is 8% above the national average rent, or $150 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in New Haven
320
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of New Haven rentals at each price point
Rent trends in New Haven, CT
Average rent prices in New Haven have increased by 3% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
New Haven, CT
Rent prices in New Haven vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in New Haven is $2,050, whereas a house costs $2,225. 1-bedroom apartments in New Haven run $1,897 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,000.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,795 |  4% |  1% | |
1 bedroom | $1,832 | 2% | 2% | |
2 bedroom | $2,000 | 5% | 4% | |
3 bedroom | $2,225 | 2% | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $2,650 | 7% | 7% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Downtown New Haven | $2,695 | |
Dwight | $1,745 | |
East Rock | $2,300 | |
Edgewood | $1,625 | |
Hill | $2,050 | |
Newhallville | $1,700 | |
Prospect Hill | $2,250 | |
West River | $1,687 | |
Westville | $2,050 | |
Wooster Square Mill River | $1,850 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,050 | 4% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,950 | 3% | 3% | |
Houses | $2,225 | 2% | 1% | |
Rooms | $1,070 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,795
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
1%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,832
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
2%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,000
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
4%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,225
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,650
Last 30 days
7%
Last year
7%
Downtown New Haven
Average rent
$2,695
East Rock
Average rent
$2,300
Newhallville
Average rent
$1,700
Edgewood
Average rent
$1,625
Hill
Average rent
$2,050
Dwight
Average rent
$1,745
Westville
Average rent
$2,050
Prospect Hill
Average rent
$2,250
Wooster Square Mill River
Average rent
$1,850
West River
Average rent
$1,687
Apartments
Average rent
$2,050
Last 30 days
4%
Last year
No Change
Condos
Average rent
$1,950
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
3%
Houses
Average rent
$2,225
Last 30 days
2%
Last year
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,070
The table above reflects average rent prices in New Haven, CT, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in New Haven, CT compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in New Haven and Branford by all bedroom counts and property types.
New Haven
8%higher than the national median
16%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in New Haven, CT is 7% lower than the median rent in Branford, CT.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,200
19%$2,000
1%$2,000
4%$3,400
20%$2,075
4%$1,772
4%$1,745
3%$2,600
6%$2,500
7%$2,237
4%$1,600
$1,900
5%Cost of living in New Haven, CT
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 6% higher |
| Groceries | 4% higher |
| Health | 10% higher |
| Housing | 10% higher |
| Transportation | 2% higher |
| Utilities | 31% higher |
Discover rentals in New Haven, CT
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$690
Price dropped $40Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 8
2d ago
1644 Chapel St, New Haven, CT 06511
2–3 beds
1 bath
$1,395–$1,495
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
East Rock apartment for rent in New Haven
2 beds
1 bath
$1,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
5d+ ago
Edgewood apartment for rent in New Haven
79 Maple St Apt 3rd #3, New Haven, CT 06511
2 beds
1 bath
$1,395
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 15
5d+ ago
Downtown New Haven apartment for rent in New Haven
19 Elm St #207, New Haven, CT 06510
4 beds
3 baths
$5,275
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown New Haven apartment for rent in New Haven
19 Elm St #307, New Haven, CT 06510
4 beds
3 baths
$5,250
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown New Haven apartment for rent in New Haven
19 Elm St #508, New Haven, CT 06510
3 beds
2 baths
$4,795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Downtown New Haven apartment for rent in New Haven
19 Elm St #515, New Haven, CT 06510
3 beds
2 baths
$4,795
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
1d ago
256 Bradley St, New Haven, CT 06510
2 beds
1 bath
$2,595
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
197 Wooster St, New Haven, CT 06511
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
128 Greenwood St, New Haven, CT 06511
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
431 Whitney Ave, New Haven, CT 06511
2 beds
1 bath
$2,195
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
22h ago
Verified
300 State St, New Haven, CT 06510
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,800–$3,000
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
265 College St, New Haven, CT 06510
1 bed
1 bath
$2,375–$2,930
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
1 bed
1 bath
$690
Price dropped $40Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Jul 8
2d ago
37 Center St, New Haven, CT 06510
Studio
1 bath
$1,900
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
4d ago
Prospect Hill apartment for rent in New Haven
1 bed
1 bath
$1,625
Price dropped $170Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
105 Court St, New Haven, CT 06511
2 beds
2 baths
$2,700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
265 College St, New Haven, CT 06510
1 bed
1 bath
$2,375–$2,930
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
152 Temple St, New Haven, CT 06510
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$2,295–$2,954
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for New Haven, CT
Quick answers to common questions about the New Haven rental market.
How much is rent in New Haven?
The average rent in New Haven is $2,050 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in New Haven?
Average rent prices in New Haven have increased by 3% over the last month and have remained the same since last year.
How does New Haven rent compare to the national average?
Rent in New Haven is 8% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $150 more per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in New Haven?
The most affordable neighborhoods in New Haven are Edgewood ($1,625/mo), West River ($1,687/mo), and Newhallville ($1,700/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in New Haven?
To comfortably afford rent in New Haven, you'd need to earn approximately $82,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in New Haven?
March offers the best rental deals in New Haven, with prices roughly 7% lower than January's peak rates. December is the least competitive month with lower overall demand.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).