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Retro 511

511 Main St, West Haven, CT 06516

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  • Monthly Rent

    $1,600 - $2,050

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  • Bedrooms

    1 - 2 bd

  • Bathrooms

    1 ba

  • Square Feet

    677 - 1,833 sq ft

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Classic 1 Bedroom Townhouse + Den
$1,600 Plus Fees 1 Bed 1 Bath 874 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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  • Unit G12
    price $1,600
    square feet 864
    availibility Now
1 Bed Townhouse + Den Renovated
$1,800 Plus Fees 1 Bed 1 Bath 896 Sq Ft
2 Available units
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  • Unit G04
    price $1,800
    square feet 872
    availibility Now
  • Unit G01
    price $1,800
    square feet 842
    availibility Jul 1
Reno 1 bed Cape
$1,750 Plus Fees 1 Bed 1 Bath 853 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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Sq Ft
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  • Unit G07
    price $1,750
    square feet 677
    availibility Jun 1
2 Bedroom Cape Renovated
$2,050 Plus Fees 2 Beds 1 Bath 1,135 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
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  • Unit 18
    price $2,050
    square feet 1,195
    availibility Jul 1
classic 1 bed Cape
Call for Rent 1 Bed 1 Bath 829 – 1,065 Sq Ft
Not Available
Classic 1 Bedroom Loft
Call for Rent 1 Bed 1 Bath 940 Sq Ft
Not Available
Classic 1 Bed Cape + Den
Call for Rent 1 Bed 1 Bath 1,073 Sq Ft
Not Available
Classic 2 Bedroom Cape
Call for Rent 2 Beds 1 Bath 1,019 – 1,195 Sq Ft
Not Available
2 Bedroom Loft Renovated
Call for Rent 2 Beds 1 Bath 1,833 Sq Ft
Not Available
Classic 1 Bedroom Townhouse + Den
$1,600 Plus Fees 1 Bed 1 Bath 874 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit G12
    price $1,600
    square feet 864
    availibility Now
1 Bed Townhouse + Den Renovated
$1,800 Plus Fees 1 Bed 1 Bath 896 Sq Ft
2 Available units
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit G04
    price $1,800
    square feet 872
    availibility Now
  • Unit G01
    price $1,800
    square feet 842
    availibility Jul 1
Reno 1 bed Cape
$1,750 Plus Fees 1 Bed 1 Bath 853 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit G07
    price $1,750
    square feet 677
    availibility Jun 1
classic 1 bed Cape
Call for Rent 1 Bed 1 Bath 829 – 1,065 Sq Ft
Not Available
Classic 1 Bedroom Loft
Call for Rent 1 Bed 1 Bath 940 Sq Ft
Not Available
Classic 1 Bed Cape + Den
Call for Rent 1 Bed 1 Bath 1,073 Sq Ft
Not Available
2 Bedroom Cape Renovated
$2,050 Plus Fees 2 Beds 1 Bath 1,135 Sq Ft
1 Available unit
Unit
Base Price
Sq Ft
Availability
Unit Details
  • Unit 18
    price $2,050
    square feet 1,195
    availibility Jul 1
Classic 2 Bedroom Cape
Call for Rent 2 Beds 1 Bath 1,019 – 1,195 Sq Ft
Not Available
2 Bedroom Loft Renovated
Call for Rent 2 Beds 1 Bath 1,833 Sq Ft
Not Available
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out.View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Application
      • Application Fee Per Applicant
        Charged per applicant.
        $0
  • Dogs
    • Dog Fee
      Charged per pet.
      $300
    • Dog Rent
      Charged per pet.
      $35 / mo
    Restrictions:
    None
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  • Cats
    • Cat Fee
      Charged per pet.
      $300
    • Cat Rent
      Charged per pet.
      $35 / mo
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    None
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Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Details

Utilities Included

  • Water
  • Trash Removal
  • Sewer

Lease Options

  • 12 - 13 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1926
  • 57 units/2 stories
  • Furnished Units Available

Matterport 3D Tour

2 BR, 1 BA - 1,8233SF

About Retro 511

Where historic charm meets modern comfort, Retro 511 Apartments offers more than just a place to liveits a lifestyle. These apartments in West Haven, CT, are part of a reimagined historic building that blends vintage character with sleek, contemporary living. From the moment you step inside, youll feel the energy of a space that respects its past while embracing the future.

Retro 511 is an apartment community located in New Haven County and the 06516 ZIP Code. This area is served by the West Haven School District attendance zone.

Unique Features

  • Air Conditioner
  • Deposit Free Units With Rhino
  • Efficient Appliances
  • Flexible Rent Payment Schedule With Flex
  • Granite Counter-tops in Reno Units
  • Historic Building
  • New Yorkstyle lofts
  • Off Street Parking
  • Parking & Laundry Room On Site.
  • Skylight In Select Units

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Community Amenities

Fitness Center

Laundry Facilities

Furnished Units Available

Maintenance on site

  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Public Transportation
  • Walk-Up
  • Fitness Center

Apartment Features

Air Conditioning

Dishwasher

High Speed Internet Access

Granite Countertops

  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Skylights
Location
511 Main St, West Haven,
CT 06516
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City - West Haven

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.

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Amenities
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Maintenance on site
  • Furnished Units Available
  • Public Transportation
  • Walk-Up
  • Fitness Center
  • Air Conditioner
  • Deposit Free Units With Rhino
  • Efficient Appliances
  • Flexible Rent Payment Schedule With Flex
  • Granite Counter-tops in Reno Units
  • Historic Building
  • New Yorkstyle lofts
  • Off Street Parking
  • Parking & Laundry Room On Site.
  • Skylight In Select Units
  • High Speed Internet Access
  • Air Conditioning
  • Smoke Free
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Skylights
Expenses
Recurring
Cat Rent $35
Dog Rent $35
One-Time
Cat Fee $300
Dog Fee $300
Utilities Included
Water, Trash Removal, Sewer Included
Office Hours
Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
University of New Haven
Drive: 5 min 2.4 mi
Yale University, West Campus
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
Yale University, Main Campus
Drive: 9 min 4.6 mi
Southern Conn.. State Univ.
Drive: 10 min 5.6 mi
Retro 511 is within 5 minutes or 2.4 miles from University of New Haven. It is also near Yale University, West Campus and Yale University, Main Campus.
Schools
  • Public Schools
  • Private Schools
Clarence E. Thompson School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
Washington School
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
372 Students
Nearby
West Haven High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,780 Students
Attendance Zone
Yeshiva Beis Dovid Shlomo
Private High School
Grades 9-12
95 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Retro 511 is near Tweed/New Haven, located 7.9 miles or 16 minutes away, and Long Island MacArthur, located 50.0 miles or 130 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
West Haven
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
New Haven
Drive: 6 min 2.9 mi
New Haven Union Station
Drive: 6 min 3.0 mi
New Haven-State Street Station
Drive: 7 min 3.6 mi
Milford Station
Drive: 12 min 7.3 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Tweed/New Haven
Drive: 16 min 7.9 mi
Long Island MacArthur
Drive: 130 min 50.0 mi
Getting Around
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50 / 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
70 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from Retro 511.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
West Haven Shopping Center
Walk: 8 min 0.4 mi
Hill Crest Plaza
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Saw Mill Shopping Plaza
Walk: 11 min 0.6 mi
Retro 511 has 3 shopping centers within 0.6 mile, which is about a 11-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Barnard Nature Center at West River Memorial Park
Drive: 6 min 3.6 mi
Connecticut Children's Museum
Drive: 7 min 3.8 mi
Edgewood Park and Ranger Station
Drive: 7 min 4.0 mi
Peabody Museum of Natural History
Drive: 8 min 4.3 mi
Lighthouse Point Park
Drive: 20 min 8.5 mi
Retro 511 has 5 parks within 8.5 miles, including Barnard Nature Center at West River Memorial Park, Edgewood Park and Ranger Station, and Connecticut Children's Museum.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Yale New Haven Hospital
Drive: 6 min 3.2 mi
Connecticut Mental Health Center
Drive: 7 min 3.5 mi
The Connecticut Hospice
Drive: 18 min 10.2 mi
Retro 511 has 3 hospitals within 10.2 miles, the nearest is Yale New Haven Hospital which is 3.2 miles away and a 6 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Naval & Marine Reserve Center
Drive: 55 min 40.6 mi
Calverton Naval Weapons Plant
Drive: 132 min 51.0 mi
Eatons Neck CG Station North
Drive: 151 min 62.0 mi
Retro 511 has 3 military bases within 62.0 miles, the nearest is Naval & Marine Reserve Center which is 40.6 miles away and a 55 minute drive.
 
 

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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Retro 511 have in-unit laundry?

While Retro 511 does not provide in‑unit laundry, on‑site laundry facilities are available for shared resident use.

What utilities are included in rent at Retro 511?

Select utilities are included in rent at Retro 511, including water, trash removal, and sewer. Residents are responsible for any other utilities not listed.

Is parking available at Retro 511?

Parking is available at Retro 511. Contact this property for details.

Which floor plans are available, and what are the price ranges?

Retro 511 has one to two-bedrooms with rent ranges from $1,600/mo. to $2,050/mo.

Is Retro 511 pet-friendly?

Yes, Retro 511 welcomes pets. Breed restrictions, weight limits, and additional fees may apply. View this property's pet policy.

How much income do I need to rent at Retro 511?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $1,600 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $64,000 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

Does Retro 511 have move-in specials?

Retro 511 is offering 1 Month Free for eligible applicants, with rental rates starting at $1,600.

Does Retro 511 offer Matterport 3D tours?

Yes! Retro 511 offers 1 Matterport 3D Tours. Explore different floor plans and see unit level details, all without leaving home.

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