Hamden, CT Apartments For Rent
1,740 rentals
- SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$2,280 - $3,895/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Whit | 630 Chapel St #673-405,
New Haven, CT 06510 - PET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,905 - $2,205/mo2 Beds1 BathDiamond Ridge Apartments | 115 Diamond St #181,
New Haven, CT 06515 - NEW - 2 DAYS AGOPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,895 - $3,025/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 Baths925 at North | 925 Mix Ave #203L,
Hamden, CT 06514 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYFURNISHEDTotal price$1,845 - $4,718/moStudio-3 Beds1-3 BathsAxis 201 | 201 Munson St #250,
New Haven, CT 06511 - NEW - 1 DAY AGOSPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYFURNISHEDTotal price$1,998 - $4,578/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Winston | 301 Winchester Ave #547,
New Haven, CT 06511 - SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLYTotal price$1,889 - $4,279/moStudio-2 Beds1-3 BathsMetro on Crown | 274 Crown St #301-3C,
New Haven, CT 06511 - PET FRIENDLY
- $2,795 - $5,860/moFees may apply1-4 Beds1-3 BathsEstelle New Haven | 19 Elm St #310,
New Haven, CT 06510 - Total price$1,525 - $5,543/moStudio-4 Beds1-4 BathsOlive & Wooster | 87 Union St #608E,
New Haven, CT 06511 - $2,075 - $3,985/moFees may applyStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsTwenty Fair | 20 Fair St #411,
New Haven, CT 06511 - $2,220 - $2,705/moFees may apply1-2 Beds1-2 BathsAspen Glen | 1800 Aspen Glen Dr #2,
Hamden, CT 06518 - $1,695 - $4,195/moFees may applyStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsNew Haven Towers | 129 York St #6f102d616,
New Haven, CT 06511 - Total price$2,455 - $2,931/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsTemple Square Apartments | 100 Temple St #Penthouse 14,
New Haven, CT 06510 - Total price$1,827 - $2,527/moStudio-1 Bed1 BathThe Liberty Building | 152 Temple St #89e85e0f0,
New Haven, CT 06510 - Total price$2,126 - $5,045/moStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Audubon New Haven | 367 Orange St #520,
New Haven, CT 06511 - Total price$1,817 - $2,313/mo1-2 Beds1 BathWest Gate Townhomes | 35 Cooper Pl #219,
New Haven, CT 06515 - $1,970 - $3,110/moFees may applyStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsWinchester Lofts | 275 Winchester Ave #124,
New Haven, CT 06511 - $1,825 - $2,895/moFees may apply1-2 Beds1-2 BathsWestville Village Apartments | 400 Blake St #4209,
New Haven, CT 06515 - $2,266 - $4,275/moFees may applyStudio-3 Beds1-2 BathsCity Crossing | 9 Tower Ln #515,
New Haven, CT 06519 - $1,495 - $1,695/moFees may applyStudio1 BathBulldog Apartments | 956 Chapel St #4B,
New Haven, CT 06510 - $1,445 - $1,550/moFees may applyStudio1 Bath100 Howe Street | 100 Howe St #102,
New Haven, CT 06511 - $1,350 - $1,600/moFees may applyStudio-2 Beds1 BathVillage Park II | 339 Eastern St #1,
New Haven, CT 06513 - $1,350 - $1,600/moFees may applyStudio-2 Beds1 BathBella Vista Phase III Apartments | 311 Eastern St #2,
New Haven, CT 06513 - Total price$1,920 - $2,562/moStudio-1 Bed1 BathCambridge Oxford | 32 High St #32107,
New Haven, CT 06510 - $1,350 - $1,600/moFees may applyStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsVillage Park I | 337 Eastern St #2,
New Haven, CT 06513 - Total price$1,920 - $3,355/moStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsThe Taft | 265 College St #7P,
New Haven, CT 06510 - Total price$1,600 - $2,064/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsBrook Hollow | 430 Eastern St #436-3C,
New Haven, CT 06513 - Total price$1,874 - $3,195/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsTown Walk at Hamden Hills | 100 Town Walk Dr #11334,
Hamden, CT 06518 - $1,715 - $2,885/moFees may apply1-2 Beds1 BathRESIDENCE ON THE GREEN (900 CHAPEL TOWER) | 901 Chapel St #504,
New Haven, CT 06510 - $1,475 - $2,050/moFees may applyStudio-2 Beds1-2 BathsBroadmoor Apartments | 676 Mix Ave #18,
Hamden, CT 06514 - $1,625 - $2,400/moFees may apply1-2 Beds1 BathResidence Court (900 Chapel Mall) | 900 Chapel St #103,
New Haven, CT 06510 - $1,695 - $1,895/moFees may apply2-3 Beds1 BathQuinnipiac Gardens | 1314 Quinnipiac Ave #47,
New Haven, CT 06513 - Total price$1,975 - $2,645/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsChestnut Hill South | 835-865 Mix Ave #3515,
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What Locals Say about Hamden
Review Highlights
Hamden pulses with family-friendly ease: leafy, dog-loving, quick to Yale and trails. Quiet, safe feel, parks and Sleeping Giant, easy drives to New Haven, shops and events. Car needed; buses spotty. Some speeding, pockets of crime, uneven schools, few sidewalks.
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Types of apartment in Hamden, CT
Hamden, CT has a wide mix of apartments and houses for rent. In the south end near Whitney Avenue and the New Haven line, many apartments sit in brick mid-rise buildings, older converted houses, and small garden-style complexes. Around Spring Glen, you can also find colonials and capes split into a few units. These places often have porches, stone steps, shared driveways, and smaller yards. Inside, many apartments have older layouts, separate kitchens, hardwood floors, and less closet space.Farther north, around Mount Carmel and near Sleeping Giant State Park, apartments often shift to lower-rise communities with more parking and larger footprints. You also see more townhouse-style apartments and single-family houses for rent with vinyl siding, decks, and wider lots. Near Dixwell and along State Street, the mix can feel more commercial, with apartments over shops and on busy roads. The practical tradeoff in Hamden is simple: older south-side apartments can have more character and walkable errands, while north-side apartments often have easier parking, newer interiors, and more spread-out settings.
Getting around Hamden, CT
CT Transit, the bus service, runs through Hamden on main roads like Whitney Avenue and Dixwell Avenue, with useful links into New Haven. Driving is straightforward on Route 10, the Merritt Parkway, and I-91 nearby. Parking often comes easier in Mount Carmel than in denser parts near Spring Glen. Walking works better around Whitneyville and Spring Glen. Biking can work on local roads, but hills and fast traffic can limit some routes.Living in Hamden, CT
Hamden is known for Sleeping Giant State Park, the Farmington Canal Heritage Trail, and the shops and restaurants along Whitney Avenue. You can spend time at Town Center Park or head to nearby New Haven for larger job hubs. Local work is tied to retail, health services, offices, and Quinnipiac University. These activity spots and job areas can shape where apartments for rent draw interest across town.Average Rent Trends in Hamden, CT
Rent in Hamden, CT varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in Jun 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jul 2025 | $2,000 |
| Aug 2025 | $2,250 |
| Sep 2025 | $2,300 |
| Oct 2025 | $2,290 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,995 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,900 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,750 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,750 |
| Mar 2026 | $2,000 |
| Apr 2026 | $2,000 |
| May 2026 | $2,225 |
| Jun 2026 | $2,200 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In June 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,600 | $1,850 | $2,200 | $3,300 | $2,200 |
| Townhomes | $1,800 | $1,900 | $2,250 | — | $2,200 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,600 | $1,800 | $2,200 | $2,850 | $1,950 |
| Houses | $933 | $2,650 | $3,400 | $3,400 | $3,500 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Hamden, CT
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Hamden, CT?The average rent of an apartment in Hamden, CT is $1,929 per month. This is about 1% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Hamden, CT?The average rent of a house in Hamden, CT is $3,500 per month. This is about 79% higher than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Hamden, CT?The average rent of a townhome in Hamden, CT is $2,200 per month. This is about 13% higher than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Hamden, CT?In the last year, the average rent in Hamden, CT was lowest in Jan 2025 when it was $1,750 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Hamden, CT?In the last year, the average rent in Hamden, CT was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $2,300 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Hamden, CT?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Hamden, CT is $1,600 per month. That is about $125 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Hamden, CT?There are 215 available rental listings in Hamden, CT.
- What colleges and universities are in Hamden, CT?Colleges and universities in Hamden, CT include: Quinnipiac University.
- What are some zip codes in Hamden, CT?
- What are some cities near Hamden, CT?Some nearby cities include: North Haven, Bethany, Woodbridge, New Haven, Wallingford. These cities may have more rental options to explore.