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A quiet Fairfield suburb around a private university
Fairfield University is at the heart of this Fairfield suburb, giving the neighborhood its name. “University is centrally located, as it’s close to Post Road, and having the college there gives it a younger energy,” says Christine Howard, a Realtor with William Raveis Real Estate who’s lived in the area for years. About 5,000 undergraduate students and 1,200 graduate students attend the private Jesuit college, and the landscaped campus is a space for college students and locals alike to hang out and walk around. On-campus dormitories house first-year and some second-year students, but older students don’t tend to live in University, so the neighborhood remains generally quiet. The vast majority of residents own their homes, which are only about 2 miles from downtown Fairfield and Jennings Beach.
Fairfield University is a stunning campus just north of Downtown Fairfield in the University neighborhood.
Fairfield University's network of walkways lead to one beautiful building after the next in the University neighborhood.
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Cape Cods and Colonial Revivals on residential roads
Residential streets are lined with classic New England homes on smaller lots, which are often landscaped with neat shrubbery and short driveways. Smaller houses, like ranch-style homes, Cape Cods and split-levels from the mid-20th century, cost between $450,000 and $850,000. Colonial Revivals and larger newly built contemporary homes sell for between $1 million and $1.9 million. Though Fairfield University is in the neighborhood, older college students tend to live in apartments and rented homes throughout Fairfield and nearby areas, like Bridgeport.
A modified Cape Cod style home brings a sense of wonder to this University street.
This stunning modern colonial in the University neighborhood oozes cozy curbside charm.
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Walking routes around Fairfield University and nearby coastal spaces
The neighborhood has a few natural open spaces where locals walk on forested hiking trails. At the Perry's Mill Ponds Open Space Area, hikers explore the routes along the fresh waterways, while anglers go fishing. “People who live around the outskirts of the university will use the campus as a park,” Howard says. Residents can walk around the university’s landscaped pathways or sit on the green lawns. University is also only a couple miles north of the coast. In the summer, community members head to Jennings Beach, where they can swim in the Long Island Sound, play beach volleyball or watch their kids run around the playground. In early July, the community gathers on the beach for Fairfield’s Independence Day fireworks display. Also near the coast is the municipal Carl Dickman Par 3 Golf Course, where golfers can play nine holes.
Perry's Mill Ponds offers waterfront access and hiking trails in Fairfield.
Jennings Beach is located at 880 South Benson Road in Fairfield, CT.
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Well-rated public and private schools in Fairfield
Kids can start at Holland Hill Elementary School and then head to Fairfield Woods Middle School. Older students can attend Fairfield Ludlowe High School, which allows them to study subjects like culinary arts, fashion businesses and human development. All three schools earn A ratings from Niche. On Fairfield University’s campus, there’s also Fairfield College Preparatory School, a private Jesuit boys’ high school. “All my boys went to school there, so they get to use all the university’s amenities in high school, too,” Howard says. Fairfield University offers over 40 undergraduate majors and over 50 postgraduate programs. About 6 miles north is Sacred Heart University, a private Roman Catholic college with about 6,500 undergraduate and 4,000 graduate students.
Holland Hill School is located on Meadowcroft Road in the University area.
Fairfield Ludlowe High School shares it's playing fields and courts with Roger Ludlowe Middle School.
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Major roadways and commuter rails near University
Residents generally depend on cars to get around the neighborhood and run errands. Commuters headed to New York City may merge onto Interstate 95, which is just south of University, to begin the 60-mile drive. However, most take the New Haven line of the Metro-North Railroad commuter rail, which stops at the Fairfield train station. Trains usually take between 70 and 90 minutes to reach Grand Central Terminal, while those headed northeast to New Haven arrive in about 45 minutes. The nearest hospital is in Bridgeport, which is about 8 miles northeast of the neighborhood. University also has a CAP Index crime score of 3 out of 10, which is slightly lower than the national average score of 4.
Restaurants along Post Road
Just south of the neighborhood is Post Road, a convenient commercial corridor lined with restaurants and stores. Locals pick up smoothies and acai bowls topped with fruit and granola from Playa Bowls, or they visit The Chelsea for more elevated brunch fare. Pizzerias like Molto and Pronto Chop Shop & Pizzeria serve slices. Mecha Noodle Bar is a popular spot for pho and bubble tea. Shoppers pick up groceries from Stop & Shop, which is also on Post Road. A few retail stores like Marshalls and Designer Shoe Warehouse can be found in plazas along the roadway.
The Chelsea is a smaller restaurant a few minutes from University in Downtown Fairfield with wonderful food and great atmosphere.
Molto in Downtown Fairfield is a hot spot of a pizzeria and wine bar that is a quick trip from University.
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Parks in this Area
Gould Manor Park
Drake Lane Open Space Area
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Perry's Mill Ponds
Transit
Airport
Tweed/New Haven
44 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
University
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
University Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in University, Fairfield sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in University, Fairfield over the last 12 months is $801,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
16,039
Median Age
31
Population under 18
28.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$151,020
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$174,265
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97%
College Graduates
64.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
26/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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