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Cheshire

Cheshire

Located in New Haven County

$576,283 Average Value
$287 Average Price per Sq Ft
54 Homes For Sale

If you want a Cheshire smile on your face, you may want to check out Cheshire, Connecticut. This suburban New England town is relaxing, idyllic, and has plenty to do. "It's a small friendly town," says Marc Seigel, a Realtor with RE/MAX RISE. "It's got a homey feel and great people. It used to be rural, but it's become more suburban over the years."

Cheshire is a sports town without a professional sports team; it's mostly the kids and parents playing recreationally. There are plenty of youth leagues that make use of the town's considerable green space. "There are strong sports organizations in town for the kids," Seigel says, "Whether it's baseball, soccer, or football." Bartlem Recreation Area is home to baseball and soccer fields, along with the indoor community pool, where Seigel says you'll often find residents swimming and splashing around. Sports aren't only restricted to kids Cheshire, "As an adult," Seigel says, "I'm playing pickleball or tennis. We have lots of courts available."

The community found in the parks and sports courts translates back to Cheshire's tidy suburban streets, "You definitely know your neighbors," Seigel says. "People care about having good relationships with each other." Becoming a neighbor in Cheshire can be tough, though. "It's difficult to get a house here," Seigel says. "We have very little inventory. New England is showing scarcity in the housing market." It's not impossible by any means, but if you see a house in Cheshire go up for sale, you'll have to act fast. Homes in town start around $450,000 for three bedrooms and two baths with just under an acre of land. Homes in town top out around $1 million for waterside new builds with four bedrooms and four bathrooms for those looking for plenty of space and a lake in the backyard.

Whether you're a kid or a grownup, the Barker Character Comic and Cartoon Museum is likely to put a wide smile on your face. Open since 1997, the museum is home to over 80,000 pieces of memorabilia centered around American pop culture. You'll find iconic lunch boxes, comic books, and action figures from American cultural touchstones like G.I. Joe, The Incredible Hulk, and Loony Tunes -- but that's not all, folks! The museum owners offer free admission in April for all ages, so if you're looking for the right time to go, you won't feel like an April fool if you head to the museum on April 1. You'll just have some more money in your pocket.

Students in town can attend Cheshire High School, part of the acclaimed Cheshire Public School system. With an A+ rating on Niche.com, Chesire Schools rank favorably against others in Connecticut. Cheshire High School was ranked third among New Haven's metro area high schools by U.S. News & World Report.

Whether you're looking to lace up for a game of pickleball, take the kids to soccer practice, or just find a community where you'll have a friendly relationship with your neighbors, you'll find plenty of reasons to smile in Cheshire.

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Cheshire Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$544,900
Median Sale Price
$530,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$580,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$530,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$199,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
304
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$287

Area Facts

Number of Homes
8,888
Number of Homes for Sale
54
Median Year Built
1971
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,217
Above the national average
1,926
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,713
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,202
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
793
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
25,264

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Oct 11

    4 Brookfield Ct, Cheshire, CT 06410

    $675,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,300 Sq Ft
    • 4 Brookfield Ct
    • New 1 day ago

    Nestled in desirable and centrally located Cheshire neighborhood, this beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath center hall colonial blends timeless elegance with modern comfort. The heart of the home is a stunning remodeled kitchen featuring custom cabinetry, gorgeous pearlescent backsplash, granite counters, stainless steel appliances, a professional vented range

    Brette Stern Calcagni Real Estate

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  • Sunday, Oct 12
    Open Sun 12PM - 2PM

    8 Currier Ct Unit 8, Cheshire, CT 06410

    $325,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,712 Sq Ft
    • 8 Currier Ct
    • Unit 8
    • New 8 days ago

    Nestled in the sought-after Currier Woods community, this 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, condo offers a harmonious blend of elegance, warmth, and functionality. Step into the inviting living room, where a high vaulted tongue-and-groove ceiling creates a sense of spaciousness and is also complemented by a pellet stove for cozy charm and light hardwood floors that flow throughout the first floor. A large

    Melissa Mesite Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • Saturday, Oct 11

    751 W Main St Unit G, Cheshire, CT 06410

    $339,900

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,620 Sq Ft
    • 751 W Main St
    • Unit G
    • New 9 days ago

    Welcome to Hidden Pond - where privacy meets contemporary charm! Tucked away in the peaceful, rarely available, and highly sought-after Hidden Pond complex, this beautifully maintained townhouse offers the perfect blend of comfort, style, and privacy. The main level has open concept living with dining area that showcases vaulted ceilings, a cozy fireplace, and sliding doors to the deck with

    Cynthia Ortiz LAER Realty Partners

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Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

Cheshire Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
29,395
Median Age
45
Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$134,421
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$156,620

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.9%
College Graduates
57.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
31''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®®

53 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

45 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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