Momauguin
An eclectic mix of condos, cottages and spacious beachfront properties
Home prices in Momauguin range dramatically from single-bedroom condo units under $100,000 to beach houses with 6,000 square feet of living space for over $2 million. The median home price is just under $350,000. “It’s so eclectic. There will be a tiny little shack right across the street from a huge house,” says Linda Acevedo, East Haven native and Realtor at Berkshire Hathaway Home Services. She notes that, in addition to a home’s size and condition, whether or not a property requires flood insurance affects pricing. Homes in the lower-lying, flood-prone parts of Momauguin typically have a lower asking price to accommodate the additional expense. “Even on a tiny $350,000 home, [flood insurance] can easily cost $7,000 a year,” Acevedo says.The most common home styles in the neighborhood are coastal cottages, ranches and traditional properties built throughout the 20th century. Cosey Beach, the part of Momauguin branching off Cosey Beach Avenue, has a distinctly coastal feel. Many homes and condos with clapboard siding or teal blue exteriors line the residential street just steps from the beach.
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A mile of beach extends across Momauguin’s southern side
Momauguin’s shoreline extends across the neighborhood’s southern border. Visitors and residents enjoy swimming in the Long Island Sound’s cool water and laying out in the sun. “It’s just the most adorable little beach,” Acevedo says. At East Haven Town Beach, “there’s a big playscape, a beach pavilion to be out of the sun and a splash pad across the street. People love it because it’s contained there, and they can watch their kids easily.” East Haven’s Town Beach also serves as the backdrop for community events like the town’s annual summer beach concerts and beach party with fireworks around July 4th. Due to limited space, residents need a parking pass for streets around the beach.
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Seafood on the sound along Cosey Beach Avenue
The Lobster Shack overlooking the water on Cosey Beach Avenue has fresh seafood favorites such as grilled salmon, fried shrimp and lobster rolls. The Lobster Shack is a popular gathering place for locals throughout the year. “They did Christmas this year, and it’s unbelievable how they decorated that place. It was very tastefully done,” Mancini says. Also on Cosey Beach Avenue, Sandpiper Restaurant has fried seafood, pizza and ice cream. For groceries, Stop & Shop is just north off Hemingway Avenue. Commerce Street has several warehouses and other commercial buildings on the west side of the neighborhood. “It’s set back. The city dump and recycling plant is there, but it’s out of the way and there’s no smell,” Mancini says.
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Career courses at East Haven High School
Neighborhood students begin at the Momauguin School, which has a C-plus rating from Niche. Older students continue to C-rated Joseph Melillo Middle School and B-minus-rated East Haven High School. In addition to the standard curriculum, the high school offers technical courses in subjects such as culinary arts, fine arts and medical careers.
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Commuting into New Haven on I-95
Interstate 95 runs just north of the community and takes commuters into New Haven, about 6 miles northwest. New Haven is home to major employers like Yale University and Yale New Haven Hospital. “Doctors and nurses love this area,” Acevedo says.New Haven is also home to New Haven Union Station, which serves the New Haven commuter rail line through Fairfield County and to New York City, about 85 miles southwest. Momauguin immediately borders Tweed New Haven Airport, which has direct flights to more than 30 destinations in the United States. "It’s very noisy. But some people have places in Florida and will fly for the weekend. Half of people like it, and half of them hate it,” Mancini says.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Adriana Morrell
Adriana Morrell
Higgins Group Real Estate
(475) 239-2943
211 Total Sales
2 in Momauguin
$205K - $289K Price Range
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Wojtek Borowski
Wojtek Borowski
Pearce Real Estate
(475) 234-4250
213 Total Sales
1 in Momauguin
$477,000 Price
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Lisa Daniele
Lisa Daniele
William Raveis Real Estate
(475) 267-0454
79 Total Sales
6 in Momauguin
$32K - $415K Price Range
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Jennifer D'Amato
Jennifer D'Amato
Real Broker CT, LLC
(475) 224-4727
138 Total Sales
1 in Momauguin
$535,000 Price
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Maya Basic
Maya Basic
William Raveis Real Estate
(475) 323-4955
124 Total Sales
2 in Momauguin
$325K - $370K Price Range
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Amerra Ziyadeh
Amerra Ziyadeh
William Raveis Real Estate
(475) 224-3799
104 Total Sales
2 in Momauguin
$220K - $417K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Farm River State Park
East Haven Town Beach
Cosey Beach Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Momauguin | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Momauguin Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Momauguin, East Haven sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Momauguin, East Haven over the last 12 months is $269,775, down 21% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$330,000
Median Sale Price
$269,775
Median Single Family Sale Price
$330,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$210,936
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-21%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$180
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,178
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1965
Months of Supply
2.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,430
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,393
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,365
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
650
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,768
Median Age
48
Population under 18
17.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$70,983
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$98,807
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.9%
College Graduates
23.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.8%
% Population in Labor Force
60.8%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
37
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
36
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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