West Haven

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West Haven, CT

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New Haven’s sister town with award-winning beaches

Coastal University Beach Busy Luxury

Welcome to West Haven, Connecticut, where small-town charm meets seaside living. This coastal community features 3.5 miles of publicly accessible beaches, representing one-quarter of Connecticut's public shoreline. Housing options range from beachfront properties to suburban neighborhoods, with current rental rates averaging $1,302 for one-bedroom apartments and $1,644 for two-bedroom homes. The rental market shows steady growth, with year-over-year increases ranging from 2.8% to 3.3%, offering stability compared to surrounding communities.

Founded in 1648, West Haven combines historical character with contemporary appeal. The University of New Haven enriches the Allingtown district, while Bradley Point Veterans Memorial Park offers waterfront views and outdoor recreation. The Savin Rock area features waterfront dining spots that celebrate the location's amusement park heritage. The city's distinct areas include the active Center district, West Shore area, and Allingtown. With Metro-North Railroad's station and proximity to Interstate 95, West Haven provides convenient access to New Haven and New York City while maintaining its coastal community atmosphere.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in West Haven, CT is $1,168 for a studio, $1,387 for one bedroom, $1,745 for two bedrooms, and $2,269 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Haven has increased by 2.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,387/month
711 Sq Ft
House
$2,598/month
1,404 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,250/month
1,218 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in West Haven, CT

Transportation

66

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

44

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Alma E. Pagels School

Public

Grades PK-4

371 Students

Washington School

Public

Grades PK-4

372 Students

Savin Rock Community School

Public

Grades PK-4

478 Students

Edith E. Mackrille School

Public

Grades PK-4

301 Students

Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School

Public

Grades 5-6

876 Students

Engineering and Science University Magnet School

Public

Grades 6-12

598 Students

Harry M. Bailey Middle School

Public

Grades 7-8

861 Students

Life Skills

Public

Grades 5-8

7 Students

Engineering and Science University Magnet School

Public

Grades 6-12

598 Students

West Haven High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,780 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Barnard Nature Center at West River Memorial Park
  • Edgewood Park and Ranger Station
  • Connecticut Children's Museum
  • Peabody Museum of Natural History
  • Lighthouse Point Park

Airports

  • Tweed/New Haven
  • Long Island MacArthur

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.