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The Novella
Property highlights
The Novella is perfectly located near downtown New Haven, Yale University, and the Yale-New Haven Hospital, making it ideal for those seeking convenience and connectivity. The property's modern apartments feature sophisticated architectural elements and luxurious finishes, enhancing the living space with natural light and open layouts. Residents love the upscale amenities, including a rooftop lounge with spectacular city views, a state-of-the-art fitness center, and a cinema-style theater. The responsive management team is praised for creating a courteous and professional environment, elevating the tenant experience to one reminiscent of a 5-star hotel. Surrounded by numerous parks, restaurants, and entertainment options within a walkable distance, The Novella truly stands out as a hub of vibrant city living. Both dogs and cats are welcomed, adding to the warm and inviting atmosphere.
- 5 units available
- Studio • 1 Bed • 2 Beds
- Location
- 1245 Chapel Street, New Haven CT 06511, Dwight
- Amenities
- In unit laundry, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, New construction + more
- Price range
- $2,259 - $2,858 per month
- Commute
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Price and Availability
The Novella apartments start at $2,259/month. There are 5 available apartments priced from $2,259 to $2,858. Prices were last verified by The Novella 1 hour ago.
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air conditioning
dishwasher
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granite counters
hardwood floors
in unit laundry
microwave
range
refrigerator
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stainless steel
garbage disposal
ice maker
oven
smoke-free units
walk in closets
Property Amenities
dogs allowed
pet friendly
conference room
clubhouse
concierge
dog park
elevator
24hr gym
parking
pool table
bike storage
media room
package receiving
valet service
cats allowed
garage
24hr maintenance
accepts section 8
bbq/grill
cc payments
coffee bar
e-payments
key fob access
lobby
new construction
online portal
smoke-free community
The Novella’s convenient location, on the corner of Chapel & Howe, grants easy access to downtown New Haven and prominent fixtures like Yale University and Yale-New Haven Hospital. Residents indulge in unrivaled sophistication, provided by modern apartment layouts and thoughtful architectural features. Top-tier amenities like the roof top lounge with unrivaled views of downtown New Haven, 24-hour fitness center, and cinema style HD theater help extend your social circle, strengthen your body, and provide a well-deserved moment of relaxation. The upscale indoor lounge with communal HDTV, billiard table, bar, fireplace and private conference rooms provide tenants with multiple venues for work and play. Each of our studio, jr-one, one and two-bedroom residences are appointed with superior finishes, spacious floor plans, generous 9-foot ceilings, abundant natural light and open living space. With the concierge and dry-cleaning valet living at The Novella can feel a lot like staying at a 5-star hotel!
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Property Details (Fees & Lease)
Must have 2.5x the rent in total household income (before taxes)
Pets allowed
Cats, dogs
rent
70.0
limit
2
fee
300
restrictions
We welcome a maximum of 2 pets per apartment home. One-time fees and monthly pet rent will be required. Weight limit is 40 lbs per each pet. Please call our leasing office for more information.
Yes, covered and uncovered. Covered lot, assigned: $175/month. Parking is for a fee only and both covered and uncovered parking spots are available on a first come, first serve basis. Please call our leasing office for our parking policy. Surface lot, assigned: $145/month. Parking is for a fee only and both covered and uncovered parking spots are available on a first come, first serve basis. Please call our leasing office for our parking policy.
Furnished apartments often have extra fees beyond the rent listed. Please contact for more information.
Explore the Area
J&B Deli
0.2 mi
Salad Shop
0.3 mi
Stop & Shop
0.3 mi
Minore's Market
0.6 mi
Viva Nutrition
0.6 mi
The Cannon
0.1 mi
Pistachio Cafe
0.1 mi
Tandoor
0.1 mi
Rudy's
0.1 mi
House of Naan
0.1 mi
A&A/180 York
0.3 mi
A&A/180 York
0.3 mi
129 York
0.3 mi
129 York
0.3 mi
Broadway/York
0.3 mi
Tweed New Haven Airport
4.1 mi
North Branford Heliport
7.8 mi
Tie Communications Heliport
8.2 mi
Sikorsky Heliport
9.0 mi
Burke Heliport
13.6 mi
5 /10
Amistad Academy
CharterK-12
1,081 Students
0.1 mi
3 /10
Hill Regional Career High School
Public9-12
656 Students
0.4 mi
3 /10
Cooperative High School
Public9-12
630 Students
0.4 mi
4 /10
Strong School Kg
PublicK-4
289 Students
0.5 mi
3 /10
John C. Daniels
PublicPK-8
536 Students
0.6 mi
Data provided by GreatSchools. Ratings are based on test scores and additional metrics when available.
Rainbow Park
0.1 mi
Chapel-Day Sitting Plaza
0.1 mi
Kensington Street Playground
0.2 mi
Upper Court
0.2 mi
Garden Street Park`
0.2 mi
Yale Cabaret
0.2 mi
Iseman Theater
0.2 mi
Ukrainian Heritage Center
0.2 mi
University Theater
0.3 mi
Yale Repertory Theater
0.3 mi
Union Street Dog Park
0.8 mi
Veterinary Wellness Center
0.9 mi
Saint Ronan Dog Park
1.3 mi
Pawtero
1.4 mi
Mechanic Street Dog Park
1.6 mi
Getting Around
Walk & Transit Scores
Walk Score: 96 — Walker's Paradise, everything you need just steps away.Transit Score: 69 — Offers reasonable public transit options nearby.Public Transit Access
The Dwight area benefits from access to public transit options, such as 31 nearby routes: 28 bus, 3 rail, 0 otherNearby public transit stops include:
- A&A/180 York (~0.25 mi)
- 129 York (~0.26 mi)
- Broadway/York (~0.31 mi)
- Elm/York (~0.32 mi)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Novella has 5 units available starting at $2,259 per month. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.
In New Haven, CT, the average rent is $2,077 for a studio, $2,289 for a 1-bedroom, $3,012 for a 2-bedroom, and $3,840 for a 3-bedroom. For more information on rental trends in New Haven, CT, check out our monthly New Haven, CT Rent Report.
Some of The Novella's amenities include in unit laundry, granite counters, and hardwood floors. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.
The Novella is offering the following rent specials: 1 Month Free on Select Units!
Yes, The Novella is pet-friendly.
Yes, The Novella offers parking.
Yes, The Novella offers units with in unit laundry.
No, The Novella does not have a pool.
No, The Novella does not have accessible units.
Yes, The Novella has units with dishwashers.