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Rental Market Trends in West Haven, CT
Updated September 2026
The average rent in West Haven, CT is $1,385/month.
Rent in West Haven is 17% lower than the national average rent of $1,664/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.
$1,385/month
Average Rent
738 Sq Ft
Average Size
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Change / Year
260
Available Apartments
West Haven rent varies by unit size and layout:
- Studio apartments in West Haven average $1,197 per month.
- One-bedroom apartments in West Haven average $1,385 per month.
- Two-bedroom apartments in West Haven average $1,726 per month.
- Three-bedroom apartments in West Haven average $2,266 or more per month.
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How much has average rent changed in West Haven, CT?
Rents have remained stable over the past year, with little overall movement.
Market Trends Over Time
September 2026
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Rent Ranges in West Haven, CT
September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
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 $1,385, you’ll want to make about $4,616 per month or $55,392 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.
How does West Haven, CT compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?
Use the tool below to compare West Haven, CT to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.
View the West Haven Area GuideCompare Rent Trends Nearby
Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.
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New Haven
Avg Rent: $2,098/month
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Orange
Avg Rent: $2,398/month
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East Haven
Avg Rent: $1,501/month
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Milford
Avg Rent: $2,270/month
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Derby
Avg Rent: $1,490/month
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Ansonia
Avg Rent: $1,433/month
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Branford
Avg Rent: $1,694/month
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Hamden
Avg Rent: $1,915/month
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average rent in West Haven?
The average rent in West Haven is $1,385 per month, which is 16.8% lower than the national average of $1,664.
What is the average rent for a house in West Haven?
The average rent for a house in West Haven, CT is $2,850 per month.
What is the average rent for a condo in West Haven?
The average rent for a condo in West Haven, CT is $1,680 per month.
Are rents going up or down in West Haven?
Rents in West Haven, CT are relatively stable, with minimal month-over-month change.
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.
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 September 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.