The Taft

265 College St, New Haven, CT 06510

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The Taft
Total Monthly Price
$1,795 - $6,355
Bedrooms
Studio - 4
Bathrooms
1 - 3
Sq. Ft.
424 - 3,638 sq ft

Rent Specials

Up to 3 MONTHS FREE

Pricing and Floor Plans

Studio

$1,795 - $2,115 Total Monthly Price
Studio, 1 Bath
424 Sq. Ft.
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10 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
12K
$2,115
424
Now
03J
$1,795
424
Now
11M
$1,880
424
Now

Studio Loft

$1,875 Total Monthly Price
Studio, 1.5 Baths
540 Sq. Ft.
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1 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
02B
$1,875
540
Now

1-Bedroom, 1-Bath

$1,950 - $2,500 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
697 - 744 Sq. Ft.
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13 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
05C
$1,950
697
Now
11J
$2,255
697
Now
04S
$2,350
697
Now

1-Bedroom Loft

$2,255 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
1,218 Sq. Ft.
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1 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
02G
$2,255
1,218
Now

1-Bedroom Duplex

$2,305 Total Monthly Price
1 Bed, 1 Bath
704 Sq. Ft.
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1 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
14E
$2,305
704
Now

2-Bedroom Duplex

$2,780 Total Monthly Price
2 Beds, 1.5 Baths
1,200 Sq. Ft.
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2 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
01C
$2,780
1,200
Now
01A
$2,780
1,200
Now

2-Bedroom, 1-Bath

$2,905 Total Monthly Price
2 Beds, 1 Bath
1,129 Sq. Ft.
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1 Rentals Available
Unit
Total Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
08Q
$2,905
1,129
Now
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* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 9 - 12 Month Leases

Property Information

  • Built in 1912
  • 194 units14 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

Utilities & Essentials

  • Trash Admin Fee
    $20 / mo
  • Amenity Fee
    $35 / mo

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Property Highlights

  • Air Conditioner
  • Efficient Appliances
  • Electronic Thermostat
  • Historic Building
  • Hot water baseboard heating
  • Resident Lounge
  • Some have carpet flooring
  • Some have loft layout
  • Some have parquet floors
  • View
  • Wheelchair Access

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Furnished
  • Granite Countertops
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating

Community Features

  • 24 Hour Access
  • Bicycle Storage
  • Controlled Access
  • Elevator
  • Fitness Center
  • Gated
  • Key Fob Entry
  • Laundry Facilities
  • Lounge
  • Maintenance on site

Map of The Taft

Area Scores

Walkability

Very walkable

Transit

Exceptional public transit

Driveability

Moderately drivable

Bikeability

Very bikeable

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Soundscore

Busy

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Transit

Commuter Rail

2 min Drive

Amtrak

Commuter Rail

2 min Drive

Airport

Tweed/New Haven

11 min Drive

Tweed-New Haven

Moving to Downtown New Haven, New Haven, CT

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate The Taft proximity to 1211 Chapel Street, Dwight Place, and 156 Dixwell Ave. 1211 Chapel Street is 0.5 miles away, and Dwight Place is within a 17 minute walk.

Commuting

With top-notch public transportation and a TransitScore of 100, Downtown New Haven is exceptional public transit. Within 1 mile of The Taft, you’ll find New Haven, New Haven-State St, and New Haven.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near The Taft are plentiful. Discover 5 parks within 1.7 miles, including Connecticut Children's Museum, Peabody Museum of Natural History, and Marsh Botanic Garden.

Airports

Living in Downtown New Haven provides easy access to Tweed/New Haven, located just 11 minutes from The Taft.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Not rated

Cold Spring School

Grades PK-5

Private

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

East Rock Community Magnet School

Grades PK-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

John C Daniels School of International Communication

Grades PK-8

Public

GreatSchools rating: 1 out of 10

Wilbur Cross High School

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 4 out of 10

Cooperative High School

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Amistad Academy

Grades K-12

Public

Not rated

Yale Child Study Center School

Grades K-12

Private

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Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
Yale University, Main Campus Walk: 16 min (0.9 mi)
University of New Haven Drive: 4 min (2.2 mi)
Albertus Magnus College Drive: 6 min (2.5 mi)
Southern Conn.. State Univ. Drive: 6 min (3.3 mi)

About The Taft

Experience boutique apartment living at The Taft – where historic charm meets modern convenience in the heart of downtown New Haven. Located just steps from Yale University, the New Haven Green, and a short walk to Yale New Haven Hospital and the city's thriving BioTech corridor, The Taft offers unmatched location and iconic views.Whether you're a Yale graduate or undergrad, a local professional, or simply seeking vibrant city living, The Taft is your perfect downtown destination. Surrounded by restaurants, pubs, nightlife, museums, and public transportation, our community blends timeless architecture with newly renovated apartment homes—and exciting amenity upgrades are on the way.We offer spacious studio, one-, two-, and four-bedroom floor plans to suit your discover what makes The Taft a truly exceptional place to call home.

The Taft is an apartment community in New Haven, CT

Contact

Property Address:
265 College St,
New Haven, CT 06510
Phone Number: (475) 267-0867
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
The Taft

Renter Reviews

For The Taft

5.0

1 Rating & Review

  • 7/20/26

    Love Living at The Taft

    Living at The Taft has been a great experience. The building has a lot of character while still offering the comfort and convenience you want in an apartment. Everything is well maintained, and the common areas are always clean and inviting.

    One of the biggest advantages is the location. Being right in downtown New Haven makes it easy to walk to restaurants, coffee shops, parks, and other local attractions. It's a great spot if you enjoy having everything nearby.

    The management team has been
    friendly and responsive whenever I've had questions, and the overall atmosphere in the building has been welcoming. I've really enjoyed living here and would recommend The Taft to anyone looking for a comfortable home in a convenient location.

    Review from Apartments.com

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