




$2,245+/unit
Fees may apply18 High at New Haven Towers

$2,090+/unit
Fees may apply360 State

$1,900+/unit
Fees may applyCambridge Oxford Apartments

$975+/unit
Fees may applyHowe Place Apartments





$1,379+/unit
Fees may applyOlive & Wooster





$2,306+/unit
Fees may applyPierpont at City Crossing

$2,193+/unit
Fees may applyThe Audubon New Haven





$1,750+/unit
Fees may applyThe Liberty Building

$1,865+/unit
Fees may applyThe Taft





$2,340+/unit
Fees may applyThe Whit
$1,825+/unit
Fees may applyWestville Village Apartments





$1,500/unit
Fees may apply122 Court





$1,852+/unit
Fees may applyAxis 201





$1,495+/unit
Fees may applyBulldog Apartments





$1,695+/unit
Fees may applyCenterpointe New Haven





$2,795+/unit
Fees may applyEstelle New Haven





$2,000+/unit
Fees may applyHallock





$1,750+/unit
Fees may applyNinth Square Apartments





$1,969+/unit
Fees may applyThe Archive

$1,615+/unit
Fees may applyThe Haven on College

$1,874+/unit
Fees may applyThe Winston
New Haven is a vibrant mid-sized city on the Connecticut coast, best known as the home of Yale University and its world-class museums, theaters, and academic community. With a population of approximately 135,000 residents, New Haven offers an energetic urban environment with a rich arts scene, diverse dining options, and strong neighborhood character. The city is home to several colleges and universities, creating a large and active student population throughout the year. New Haven is also recognized for its nationally acclaimed restaurant culture, particularly its deep-dish pizza traditions.
Here's what you need to know about getting around New Haven.
New Haven is served by CT Transit bus routes that connect the city's neighborhoods, Yale's campus, and surrounding towns including Hamden, West Haven, and beyond. The New Haven Line Metro-North commuter rail runs from Union Station to Grand Central Terminal in New York City, making the city a practical base for students with internships or connections in New York. Yale's campus shuttle system provides free rides for university affiliates throughout the city.
Much of New Haven is highly walkable, especially the neighborhoods surrounding Yale's central campus, Wooster Square, and the downtown core. The city has an expanding network of bike lanes and a docked bikeshare program, making cycling a practical option for students commuting between neighborhoods and campus. East Rock and Chapel Street corridors are particularly bike-friendly for daily use.
Parking in downtown New Haven and near the Yale campus is limited and often paid, with street meters and commercial lots common near the university. Residential neighborhoods like East Rock and Wooster Square offer street parking that is more accessible, sometimes with permit programs for residents. Students with cars should confirm parking availability before signing a lease, as not all buildings include dedicated spots.
Common questions from students searching for housing.
New Haven has a large and active student rental market driven by Yale University and other area colleges. Competition for units in desirable neighborhoods like East Rock and Wooster Square is high, so starting your search early is strongly recommended.