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West Haven
West Haven, CT Area Guide
New Haven’s sister town with award-winning beaches
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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 March 2026, the average apartment rent in West Haven, CT is $1,204 for a studio, $1,384 for one bedroom, $1,722 for two bedrooms, and $2,294 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in West Haven has increased by 3.0% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,384/month
737 Sq Ft
House
$2,959/month
2,044 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,969/month
903 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly West Haven, CT is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
66
/ 100
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.
Somewhat Bikeable
44
/ 100
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.
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
Public
Grades PK-5
Public
Grades PK-5
Public
Grades PK-5
Public
Grades PK-5
Engineering and Science University Magnet School
Public
Grades 6-12
Public
Grades 6-8
Public
Grades K-8
Engineering and Science University Magnet School
Public
Grades 6-12
Public
Grades 9-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
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
Military Bases
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 February 2026.