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Dixwell

Dixwell

Neighborhood in New Haven, Connecticut

New Haven County 06511
$382,716 Average Value
$440 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

A neighborhood rich in history

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.”
Mature trees, clear signage, and easy sidewalks are the norm near Downtown New Haven.
Mature trees, clear signage, and easy sidewalks are the norm near Downtown New Haven.
Many traditional and colonial homes in Dixwell have exquisite details adorning their exteriors.
Many traditional and colonial homes in Dixwell have exquisite details adorning their exteriors.
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Bike lanes and classic brick architecture can be found all over Downtown New Haven.
Bike lanes and classic brick architecture can be found all over Downtown New Haven.

Events celebrating community

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.

Parks a short distance away

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 Stetson Library is located in the same building as the Q House and is a welcoming place.
The Stetson Library is located in the same building as the Q House and is a welcoming place.
The Dixwell Community House is also known as Q House and offers numerous activities.
The Dixwell Community House is also known as Q House and offers numerous activities.
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Multifamily homes in Dixwell

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.
Winter St townhomes are located a few steps from Dr Reginald Early Childhood School.
Winter St townhomes are located a few steps from Dr Reginald Early Childhood School.
Streets of brick townhomes on the western side of Dixwell are lined with beautiful mature trees.
Streets of brick townhomes on the western side of Dixwell are lined with beautiful mature trees.
Traditional colonials and capes border the Yale campus on Mansfield Street.
Traditional colonials and capes border the Yale campus on Mansfield Street.
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Rib Shack and Stop & Shop

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.
Street food vendors around Yale are incredibly popular all year long.
Street food vendors around Yale are incredibly popular all year long.
The Yale street food vendors offer almost every ethnic food option on one street corner.
The Yale street food vendors offer almost every ethnic food option on one street corner.
Olmo Bagels has great breakfast and lunch sandwiches and alfresco seating.
Olmo Bagels has great breakfast and lunch sandwiches and alfresco seating.
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New Haven School District

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.
A walkway just outside of the Ben Franklin College at Yale.
A walkway just outside of the Ben Franklin College at Yale.
Wexler/Grant Community School entrance in New Haven, CT.
Wexler/Grant Community School entrance in New Haven, CT.
James Hillhouse High School is surrounded by local neighborhoods and across from De Gale Field.
James Hillhouse High School is surrounded by local neighborhoods and across from De Gale Field.
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Public Bus Transportation and shuttles are available throughout the greater New Haven area.
Public Bus Transportation and shuttles are available throughout the greater New Haven area.

Commute using Interstate 95 and 91

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.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Wojtek Borowski

    Wojtek Borowski

    Pearce Real Estate

    (475) 234-4250

    214 Total Sales

    4 in Dixwell

    $345K - $580K Price Range

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  • Jennifer D'Amato

    Jennifer D'Amato

    Real Broker CT, LLC

    (475) 224-4727

    138 Total Sales

    3 in Dixwell

    $345K - $600K Price Range

    Jennifer D'Amato
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  • Cecilia Jaoude

    Cecilia Jaoude

    Pearce Real Estate

    (475) 258-8470

    65 Total Sales

    1 in Dixwell

    $360,000 Price

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  • Jared Verrillo

    Jared Verrillo

    Seabury Hill REALTORS

    (475) 267-4578

    26 Total Sales

    1 in Dixwell

    $415,000 Price

    Jared Verrillo
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  • Amy Rio

    Amy Rio

    Executive Real Estate Inc.

    (860) 321-8567

    1,242 Total Sales

    1 in Dixwell

    $600,000 Price

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  • Bluma Katz

    Bluma Katz

    mygoodagent

    (475) 800-8811

    92 Total Sales

    1 in Dixwell

    $100,000 Price

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Tweed/New Haven

12 min drive

Bus

Goffe St & County St

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Sachem St & Prospect St

Bus

Winchester Ave & Opp Woodland St

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Prospect St & Opp Trumbull St

Bus

Whalley Ave & Sherman Ave

Bus

Winchester Ave & Sachem St

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Goffe St & Hudson St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Dixwell US
Homicide 6 4
Sexual Assault 6 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 7 4
Burglary 5 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Dixwell Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in Dixwell, New Haven sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Dixwell, New Haven over the last 12 months is $600,000, up 445% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$600,000
Median Sale Price
$600,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$600,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$2,150,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
445%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$440

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
433
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,496
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,587
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,276
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
651
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
8,928
Median Age
27
Population Density
34 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.9%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$35,894
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$65,439

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.4%
College Graduates
44.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.3%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
16''

Area Factors

Biker's Paradise

Bike Score®

90 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

87 / 100

Good Transit

Transit Score®

59 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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