Downtown New Haven is the bustling, hustling heart of this coastal Connecticut city.
Hallowed halls of Yale meet gritty streets of New Haven
New Haven is best known as the home of Yale University, with its wrought iron gates, Gothic Revival cathedrals and hallowed Ivy League halls which have produced countless politicians and lawyers. The grandeur of Yale reverberates in Downtown New Haven, but outside the castle walls, the city maintains a grit and determination that comes from weathering more than a few storms.
The post-World War II suburban sprawl decimated New Haven, leaving downtown in bad condition in the late 20th century. Revitalization efforts from the past three decades led the area to evolve into an artistic hub and dining mecca. Rowhouses, stone walls and brick sidewalks give the streets character. People walk down their front steps and around the corner to the town green, retail stores and restaurants. Winters are cold, and plows get rid of snow from the city streets. The city has a bus system, as well as a rail hub to New York and Boston. But most downtowners get around by foot or by car. "It's a very vibrant downtown area with amazing restaurants and boutiques," says Jack Hill, a realtor with Seabury-Hill Realtors. "You're really in the city center."
In Downtown New Haven, you'll find modern and classic architecture sitting side by side.
Historic rowhouses and high-rise condos
Brick rowhouses from the late 19th century, lofted condominiums and high-rises are the primary forms of residential architecture. Some apartments have Greek Revival details like Doric columns. Prices tend to range from $75,000 to $644,000. Condos downtown start around $125,000 for a two-bedroom, two-bath unit with around 1,000 square feet, while townhouses start around $375,000 for a similar number of bedrooms and bathrooms. "The architecture in New Haven is exquisite throughout," Hill says. "You'll find every era represented."
Great pizza and trendy urban eateries
Stone and brick comprise many of New Haven’s commercial buildings, with the first floors refitted with modern neon business signs and glass facades. Popular chains like Starbucks and Shake Shack can be found here, but New Haven has a vibrant local culinary scene. Trendy Olea is legendary for its cocktails and tapas. Union League serves Parisian cuisine in a dining room with a fireplace and dark wooden walls, and Zinc’s farm-to-table dishes first came to New Haven in 1999. On sunny days, people eat at outdoor tables placed on downtown sidewalks. If New Haven has a signature cuisine, it’s pizza, and there are plenty of options in and around the city center, including Town Pizza and the famous Frank Pepe. Convenience stores and small grocers line the downtown streets and Stop & Shop operates a supermarket right outside the neighborhood.
Enjoy all that Downtown New Haven has to offer.
Zinc is a local favorite among Downtown New Haven residents and visitors.
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The New Haven Green is the center point for Downtown New Haven.
Square-shaped city park with tons of festivals
In the middle of the city is the square-shaped New Haven Green. This 16-acre park is a popular place for an afternoon stroll. The Green hosts events and festivals throughout the year, including the 10-day International Festival of Arts & Ideas in June. The festival features musical artists, including the New Haven Symphony Orchestra, dance performances, speeches and food.
The Yale Bulldog Statue on Broadway illustrates Yale's presence in Downtown New Haven.
Ivy League influences
Naturally, Yale has a dominant presence in Downtown New Haven. The college’s historic Old Campus sits next to the Green, and the Yale University Art Gallery is free and open from Tuesday to Sunday. The Yale Repertory Theatre and its associated drama department produced the likes of Jeremy Strong and Angela Bassett. Outside of Yale’s campus, going to a concert at Toad’s Place is a rite of passage for college kids.
Diverse public school system
Younger kids living downtown can attend school through the New Haven Public Schools, a district of about 19,000 students with a C rating from Niche. The district has a school choice system, but students get an advantage with their selection if they live within the attendance zone of one of their choice schools. Some kids downtown attend East Rock Community and Cultural Studies Magnet School for kindergarten through eighth grade, followed by Wilbur Cross High School. East Rock has a C Niche rating, and Wilbur Cross is rated B-minus. Students speak more than 13 languages at Wilbur Cross, including Spanish, Swahili and Arabic.
Bus service at the New Haven Green offers transportation for Downtown New Haven residents.
Getting to Hartford, New York and everywhere else
People who work at Yale or other points downtown can walk to work, but residents agree having a car is preferable. Union Station in New Haven provides Amtrak service and a link to New York City via the Metro-North Railroad. Driving to Manhattan 75 miles away takes about an hour and a half, and Hartford is a 45-minute drive.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,433
Median Age
33
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.5%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,094
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,637
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.2%
College Graduates
80.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
53.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.5%
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®
98/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
98/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
78/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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