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278 Main Street

278 Main Street

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Last updated October 11, 2026 at 5:41 PM EDT

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278 Main Street

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278 Main Street, West Haven, CT 06516

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Overview

Discover the charm of 278 Main Street, a highly favorited property in West Haven known for its beautiful apartments and attentive staff. Located near I-91 and I-95, the property offers effortless commuting around Connecticut. Enjoy the convenience of numerous nearby shopping centers, restaurants, and entertainment options within minutes of your doorstep. The pet-friendly community welcomes both cats and dogs, allowing for your furry friends to move in too. With comfortable living spaces that include modern amenities such as elevators, internet access, and a media room, it's no wonder renters rave about the quiet and peaceful atmosphere.

How it matches

7 available units

Studio1 Bed2 Beds

Price range (total price)

$1,449 - $2,096 per month

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Amenities

24hr laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, Air conditioning

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Location

278 Main Street, West Haven, CT 06516

Points of interest shown are within a 10 mile radius of this listing, or 50 miles for airports

Amenities

24hr Laundry
Hardwood Floors
Dishwasher
Pet Friendly
Parking
Air Conditioning

Unit amenities

Air Conditioning
Carpet

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Property details

Lease Length12 months

Lease Length

12 months

Income RequirementMust have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)

Income Requirement

Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes)

Property DescriptionLooking for superb apartment living in West Haven, Connecticut? Come home to 278 Main. You're going to love the openness of each of our studio, one and two bedroom apartments for rent. Designed to make life enjoyable, we've included a fully-equipped kitchen, central air, oversized windows, and large closets in every apartment home.Don't feel like leaving home? You don't have to. You can relax in our historic lobby wifi lounge and take advantage of our tablet library. We offer ample off-street parking and a 24 hour clothes care center for your convenience. Come and see what living at 278 Main Street apartments has to offer!

Looking for superb apartment living in West Haven, Connecticut? Come home to 278 Main. You're going to love the openness of each of our studio, one and two bedroom apartments for rent. Designed to make life enjoyable, we've included a fully-equipped kitchen, central air, oversized windows, and large closets in every apartment home.Don't feel like leaving home? You don't have to. You can relax in our historic lobby wifi lounge and take advantage of our tablet library. We offer ample off-street parking and a 24 hour clothes care center for your convenience. Come and see what living at 278 Main Street apartments has to offer!

Dishwasher

Hardwood Floors

Microwave

Range

Refrigerator

Property amenities

Clubhouse
Elevator
On-Site Laundry
Parking
24hr Laundry
Internet Access
Lobby
Package Receiving
Cats Allowed
Dogs Allowed

Price and availability

Prices last verified by 278 Main Street 6 hours ago

There aren't any 3 bedrooms available. Turn on alerts to be notified once there are.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

278 Main Street has 7 units available starting at $1,449 per month (total price) at a 12 month lease term. Check out the Price and Availability section for the most up-to-date unit information.

In West Haven, CT, the average rent is $1,449 for a studio, $1,847 for a 1-bedroom, $2,365 for a 2-bedroom, and $2,375 for a 3-bedroom.

278 Main Street offers lease lengths of 12 months.

Must have 3x the rent in total household income (before taxes).

Some of 278 Main Street's amenities include Elevator, 24hr laundry, and Hardwood floors. Only 8% of the 37 West Haven, CT rentals on Apartment List have an elevator. To see the other amenities this property offers, check out the Amenities section.

278 Main Street is offering the following rent specials: Take $1000 Off Your Rent on Select Apartment Homes!

Yes, 278 Main Street is pet-friendly.

Yes, 278 Main Street offers parking.

No, 278 Main Street does not offer units with in unit laundry.

No, 278 Main Street does not have a pool.

No, 278 Main Street does not have accessible units.

Yes, 278 Main Street has units with dishwashers.

Getting Around

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Walk & Transit Scores

Walk Score: 81 — Very Walkable, with shops and services easily within reach.

Nearby public transit stops include:

West Haven (~0.80 mi)
Congress & West (~1.83 mi)
New Haven Union Station (~1.96 mi)
Amistad/Cedar (~2.05 mi)

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