Average Rent in East Haven, CT
What is the average rent in East Haven, CT?
The average listed apartment rent in East Haven, CT is $1,508 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 12 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings.
1 apartment buildings, 12 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available.
Browse apartments in East Haven, CTAvg Rent
$1,508/mo
median $1,451
market average
Cheapest
$1,399/mo
510 Main Street
Properties
1
tracked daily
Units
12
available now
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Analysis
Rent Price Breakdown
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Average Rent by Property
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Rent by Bedroom Count
Price per Square Foot
East Haven, CT Rent Prices
All 1 properties ranked by lowest available rent.
| # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 510 Main Street 510 Main St, East Haven, CT 06512, USA | $1,399 | $1,508 | $3.40/ft² | 4.1 (161) | 12 |
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East Haven, CT Average Rent Prices 2026
The average listed rent in East Haven, CT is $1,508 per month, based on 12 units across 1 apartment communities. Prices range from $1,399 at 510 Main Street to $1,738 at 510 Main Street.
Average Rent by Bedroom Type
| Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,433/mo | $1,399/mo | 9 |
| 1 Bed | $1,735/mo | $1,733/mo | 3 |
We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage.
Market Context
Who rents in East Haven, CT, and what they pay
Tracked one-bedroom rent in East Haven, CT averages $1,735/mo . At the local median household income of $86,498, that works out to 21% of gross income, well within the 25 percent comfortable-rent threshold.
The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in East Haven, CT at $1,454/mo. The current tracked market average runs 4% higher than that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in East Haven, CT while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities.
What salary do I need to live comfortably in East Haven, CT?
Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models.
Minimum to afford average rent
$60,000/year
Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,508/mo.
Comfortable income
$72,000/year
Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries.
To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($1,399/mo), you need to earn at least $56,000/year.
Median household income in East Haven, CT is $86,498 , about 19% above the comfortable-living threshold.
Cost of living in East Haven, CT
Overall prices in East Haven, CT runs above the national average by about 5% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 105.4, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by East Haven, CT's regional price parities.
| Category | Monthly estimate |
|---|---|
| Rent (market average) | $1,508 |
| Utilities | $534 |
| Groceries | $532 |
| Transportation | $1,273 |
| Healthcare | $621 |
| Other goods and services | $993 |
| Estimated total | $5,461/mo |
Population
27,729
Median household income
$86,498
Census median rent
$1,454/mo
Census rent burden
40.2%
Median age
45.2
Mean commute
24 min
Methodology
Rent data
We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability.
Cost of living
Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually.
Salary to live comfortably
We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval.
Demographic figures
Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release.
Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023.
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Nearby cities in Connecticut
How East Haven, CT rent compares to other markets in the state.
| City | Avg Rent | vs East Haven, CT | 30-Day Change | Properties |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven, CT | $2,717 | +80% | -2.7% | 19 |
| Stamford, CT | $3,438 | +128% | +6.1% | 15 |
| Danbury, CT | $2,642 | +75% | +0.9% | 11 |
| Norwalk, CT | $3,291 | +118% | -0.3% | 11 |
| Bridgeport, CT | $2,558 | +70% | +3.1% | 10 |
| Hartford, CT | $1,696 | +12% | +1.2% | 8 |
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in East Haven, CT?
The average listed apartment rent in East Haven, CT is $1,508 per month, as of November 8, 2026. This sample includes 12 priced apartments in 1 building. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases.
What is the median rent in East Haven, CT?
The median asking rent in East Haven, CT is $1,451 per month, computed from 12 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,508/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings.
What is the cheapest apartment rent in East Haven, CT?
The lowest available rent in East Haven, CT starts at $1,399 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing.
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in East Haven, CT?
1-bedroom apartments in East Haven, CT average $1,735/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,733/mo across 3 units tracked.
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