An area rich with history located in the heart of New Haven, Dixwell draws residents in with its community and easy access to the rest of New Haven. The area features a mix of classic homes, too. “I think that the history of the area is very, very important,” says local Realtor and area native Susan Frew, a Realtor with Betsy Grauer Realty, Inc. “It has a very strong history.”
The Freddy Fixer Parade, which dates back to 1962, is the area’s flagship event. It’s one of the oldest Black American parades in the northeast and began as an initiative for residents to show pride for their community. Every year, the parade marches down Dixwell Avenue and is fueled by local organizations and residents.
Scantlebury Park is a popular green space in the neighborhood that features an expansive play area, basketball courts and a skatepark that opened in 2020. Locals can also head over to play basketball on the colorful courts at Goffe Street Park, which were recently renovated. The renovation included a mural that honors John Williamson, nicknamed “Super John,” a New Haven resident who played in the ABA and NBA for eight seasons, from 1973 to 1981. Residents can also hit the Farmington Canal Heritage Greenway for a walk, jog or bike ride. The Dixwell Community House is a place where locals can get active, too, with an open fitness room, plus guided fitness and dance classes.
The majority of Dixwell’s houses were built around the turn of the 20th century, generally in a Colonial style. Multifamily layouts are the majority, with two to three units. But there are also some single-family houses in the neighborhood. Houses around Dixwell are situated closely together along tree-shaded and sidewalk-lined residential blocks. Homes here typically sell for prices from the high $200,000s to the mid $400,000s. Those who work at neighboring Yale University may find Dixwell a good fit in part because of the school’s homebuyer program, which usually provides payments of $30,000 over 10 years to employees who purchase homes in New Haven, but ups the total to $35,000 for those who buy in the Dixwell area.
Ricky D's Rib Shack is a well-liked pick in the area for not just its ribs but also its brisket and pulled pork. “He’s been very popular,” Frew says. “He used to be a food truck, and he has progressed.” Fussy Coffee, located just outside the neighborhood, is a popular place to grab a morning cup of coffee. Residents head to Stop & Shop for groceries and other household supplies. For more shopping, residents can head to Putnam Place Shopping Center, about two miles away.
The Ivy League’s Yale is one of three colleges that surround Dixwell. The list also includes Southern Connecticut State University and Albertus Magnus College. These schools have a combined enrollment of about 24,000. School-aged students in the Dixwell area can attend schools in the New Haven City School District. Students can begin their educational journey at Wexler-Grant School, which has a C-minus rating on Niche and serves grades Kindergarten-8. Students continue at James Hillhouse High School, which also has a C-minus rating and a student-teacher ratio of 14-to-1. James Hillhouse offers a pre-Advanced Placement program for students starting in ninth grade.
Interstates 95 and 91 are nearby, convenient for commutes out of town. Tweed New Haven is the nearest airport to the neighborhood, about 5 miles away. There are also multiple CTtransit bus stops around Dixwell, providing residents with an accessible way to get around the city.
Amy Rio
Executive Real Estate Inc.
(860) 321-8567
1,155 Total Sales
1 in Dixwell
$600,000 Price
Bluma Katz
mygoodagent
(475) 800-8811
94 Total Sales
1 in Dixwell
$100,000 Price
Wojtek Borowski
Pearce Real Estate
(475) 234-4250
203 Total Sales
3 in Dixwell
$345K - $580K Price Range
Jennifer D'Amato
Real Broker CT, LLC
(475) 224-4727
135 Total Sales
5 in Dixwell
$345K - $600K Price Range
Cecilia Jaoude
Pearce Real Estate
(475) 258-8470
67 Total Sales
1 in Dixwell
$360,000 Price
Ariel Edery
mygoodagent
(203) 945-1348
144 Total Sales
1 in Dixwell
$280,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Dixwell | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Dixwell, New Haven sell after 79 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Dixwell, New Haven over the last 12 months is $285,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Dynamite dining and nightlife in the heart of the city
A historic district within walking distance of Yale and the hospital
Historic New Haven community less than 2 miles from downtown
An established, community-oriented urban neighborhood
Historic New Haven suburb with academic character
20th century residences next to Southern Connecticut State University in New Haven
