Immediate availability! Located in the heart of Westville, this 2nd floor sun filled spacious apartment is in excellent condition and offers 2 bedrooms, living room, dining room, new eat in kitchen, sunroom/office and full bath. Beautiful gleaming refinished wood floors throughout. Offers off street parking. Close to shopping, multiple popular restaurants, public transportation, Yale University, hospitals, train station, Merritt Parkway & Rt 34 for easy commuting. No smoking allowed inside, and no pets allowed. Application, credit check, two-month security, lease and renters' insurance are all requirements.
1253 Forest Rd
New Haven, CT 06515
Apartment building
2 beds
In-unit laundry (W/D)
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 Unit 2 2 bd, 1 ba | 1,100 | Now | Fees may apply $2,150 |
What's special
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Unit features
Appliances
- Dryer
- Microwave oven
- Refrigerator
- Washer
Neighborhood: Westville
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Getting around
Walk Score®
 / 100
Very WalkableTransit Score®
 / 100
Some TransitBike Score®
 / 100
BikeableNearby schools in New Haven
Edgewood School
Grades K-8 • 0.7 miles3/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
3/10Student Progress Rating
3/10James Hillhouse High School
Grades 9-12 • 1.6 miles1/10
GreatSchools® Rating
College Readiness Rating
1/10Living in New Haven
Westville sits in New Haven’s western hills, with a village-like center along Westville Road and Whalley Avenue. Its four-season climate brings leafy summers, colorful autumns, and cold winters. The Westville ArtWalk and nearby Yale University Art Gallery’s Westville satellite spaces reflect the area’s creative character, while Edgewood Park offers walking paths, open lawns, and playgrounds. Cafés, restaurants, and small shops cluster near the center, with larger retail options along nearby Whalley Avenue. The Westville neighborhood’s median rent is $2,200 per month, with a typical range of $800 to $4,000, based on 50 active listings. Local streets are suited to walking and cycling; buses connect the neighborhood with downtown New Haven, and nearby routes provide access to the wider region. New Haven’s rail station is reachable by transit or car.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the walk score of 1253 Forest Rd?
1253 Forest Rd has a walk score of 78, it's very walkable.
What is the transit score of 1253 Forest Rd?
1253 Forest Rd has a transit score of 41, it has some transit.
What schools are assigned to 1253 Forest Rd?
The schools assigned to 1253 Forest Rd include Edgewood School and James Hillhouse High School.
Does 1253 Forest Rd have in-unit laundry?
Yes, 1253 Forest Rd has in-unit laundry for some or all of the units.
What neighborhood is 1253 Forest Rd in?
1253 Forest Rd is in the Westville neighborhood in New Haven, CT.
