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Rental Market Trends in West Haven, CT

Updated July 2026

The average rent in West Haven, CT is $1,396/month.

Rent in West Haven is 16% lower than the national average rent of $1,662/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,396/month

Average Rent

738 Sq Ft

Average Size

+0.9%

Change / Year

321

Available Apartments

West Haven rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in West Haven average $1,206 per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in West Haven average $1,396 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in West Haven average $1,753 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in West Haven average $2,266 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Studio
$1,206/month
357 Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,396/month
738 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,753/month
868 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,266/month
1,550 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,382/month
1,606 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$3,008/month
1,740 Sq Ft
Four Bedroom
$3,236/month
1,666 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$2,446/month
1,318 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$2,278/month
2,282 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in West Haven, CT?

In the past year, rent has increased by 0.9%, which averages out to $13 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

July 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in West Haven, CT

July 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in West Haven, CT
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
3% $700 - $1,000/month
67% $1,001 - $1,500/month
25% $1,501 - $2,000/month
6% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in West Haven, CT?

Because the average rent in West Haven is $1,396, you’ll want to make about $4,653 per month or $55,836 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

West Haven, CT

321 Available Apartments for Rent

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Apartment Communities in West Haven We Think You'll Love

Grand Reserve Orange

Grand Reserve Orange

45-75 Prindle Hill Rd,
Orange, CT 06477

1-3 Beds | $2,410 - $3,440

The Thompson Luxury Residences

The Thompson Luxury Residences

165 Richards St,
West Haven, CT 06516

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,695 - $2,890

Firelite Commons

Firelite Commons

33 Old Tavern Rd,
Orange, CT 06477

1-2 Beds | $2,100 - $3,050

278 Main

278 Main

278 Main St,
West Haven, CT 06516

Studio - 3 Beds | $1,464 - $2,495

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in West Haven?

The average rent in West Haven is $1,396 per month, which is 16.0% lower than the national average of $1,662.

What is the average rent for a house in West Haven?

The average rent for a house in West Haven, CT is $3,008 per month.

Are rents going up or down in West Haven?

Rents in West Haven, CT are increasing, with prices up 0.9% year-over-year and $13 more per month.

What rent range is most common in West Haven?

In West Haven, CT, 67% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States Connecticut West Haven Rental Trends

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 June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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