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Fair Haven Heights offers walkability and waterfront homes
East of the Quinnipiac River lies Fair Haven Heights, a neighborhood referred to by locals as “the Heights” for the hill it sits on. Established in the 18th century, it served as an oystering village in its early days. Today, it’s primarily a residential community appreciated for its waterfront properties, walkability and proximity to parks, the river, Yale University and downtown New Haven. “It’s very centrally located. You’re moments away from downtown and you get access to everything that’s there without all the congestion of being in the city,” says Kayla Dayle, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty New Haven who sells throughout the area.
Known for its walkability and scenic river views, Fair Haven Heights offers a peaceful retreat just minutes from downtown.
Yale University is a short walk from Fair Haven Heights.
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Colonial Revival and Cape Cod homes and condos throughout the area
The homes in Fair Haven Heights include a mix of styles including Cape Cods, Colonial Revivals, bungalows, New Traditionals and a few historic Victorians and American Foursquares. Homes farther from the river sit on grassy front yards and backyards lined with tall trees. Closer to the water, yards are small or non-existent, but what residents give up in square footage, they get in access to the river. “The homes are a big draw,” Dayle says. “A lot of them are big. You get more bang for your buck.” Sidewalks line the streets throughout the neighborhood, which gives residents the ability to walk to parks and restaurants. Prices range from around $250,000 to $425,000 for single-family homes and from $200,000 to around $300,000 for two-bedroom condos.
You will find well-maintained Cape Cods in Fair Haven Heights.
Charming Victorian style homes can be found in the Fair Haven Heights neighborhood.
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Nearby Downtown New Haven is a shopping and dining destination
Since shopping and dining is limited in the neighborhood, residents head just outside the neighborhood to downtown New Haven for “apizza” at local favorites Modern Apizza and Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana. In the neighborhood is Fabi’s Restaurant & Coffee Shop, which serves Puerto Rican cuisine, and popular fast-food chains like Taco Bell and KFC. Residents pick up essentials at Walmart, groceries at Aldi. More options for shopping include the stores near Interstate 95 which include a few big box stores like Home Depot and T.J. Maxx, and nearby downtown New Haven, which has dozens of local boutiques and popular national retailers.
Locals enjoy authentic New Haven style “a-pizza" at Ziggy's in Fair Haven Heights.
Fabi’s Restaurant and Coffee Shop serves authentic Puerto Rican dishes in Fair Haven Heights.
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Boating, hiking and golfing are popular outdoor activities
Fair Haven Heights offers many ways to get outside in nature, whether by water or land. Quarry Park offers hiking and Fairmont Park has two baseball fields and a community garden. The Quinnipiac River and nearby Lake Saltonstall are popular for boating and fishing. Boaters can join the Waucoma Yacht Club. Golfers tee off at Alling Memorial Golf Club off Eastern Street, a neighborhood fixture since 1929.
Quarry Park is known for the dinosaur fossils discovered there in the 19th century.
Golfing is a popular pastime for locals, with several scenic courses just a short drive from Fair Haven Heights.
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Public schools offer magnet options and career-themed programs
New Haven Public Schools serves the community, earns a C-plus on Niche and offers school choice options through its magnet program. Kids typically attend C-minus-rated Ross Woodward School, which serves prekindergarten through eighth grade, and B-minus-rated Wilbur Cross High. The high school offers career-themed academies including a culinary program; Academy of Arts, Media and Public Service; and Academy of Design, Innovation and Industry. Families considering private education have their pick from several faith-based and preparatory schools.
Area kids often start their education at Ross Woodward, a C-rated magnet school serving K-8.
Students continue their education at Wilbur Cross High School, which has a B-minus rating.
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The city’s annual events include Cocktail Week and holiday festivities
Residents gather for the city’s many events, including New Haven Cocktail Week in September, which features tastings from local bars and restaurants, and a full roster of Christmas, Chanukah and Kwanzaa festivities in December.
Interstates are nearby, CTtransit buses stop in the neighborhood
Most residents get downtown by car, bike or the city’s bus service, CTtransit. Interstates 91 and 95 are nearby, which connect to neighboring communities. The Tweed New Haven Airport is about 3 miles from the neighborhood and Hartford is about 40.
Fair Haven Heights residents enjoy the Quinnipiac River and several historical bridges.
CT Transit buses help residents get around Fair Haven Heights, with many stops throughout.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fair Haven Heights
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Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fair Haven Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fair Haven Heights, New Haven sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Fair Haven Heights, New Haven over the last 12 months is $250,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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1910 Colonial Revival in Fair Haven Heights - 3,000sf 4BD 1.5 BTH home featuring original details such as stained wood trim on doors, window casings, balusters and railings, built-ins, stained glass, and hardwood/parquet floors throughout. Enter into the front parlor - currently the piano room, leading to the formal LR with FP, formal DR, and a renovated EIK kitchen with original butler's pantry;
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Freshly remodeled and painted 2nd floor - 2 Bedroom, perched high above Fair Haven Heights. Hardwood floors and newly installed lamwood. Spacious and bright living and dining rooms, with bowed windows and original moulding. Large kitchen with custom cabinetry and countertops, generous pantry area, modern fixtures. Gas stove and gas heat (radiators). Private 2nd floor screened patio. Please ask
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Freshly remodeled and painted 3rd floor - 1 Bedroom, perched high above Fair Haven Heights. Hardwood floors and newly installed lamwood. Spacious and bright living and dining rooms, with bowed windows and original moulding. Large kitchen with custom cabinetry and countertops, generous pantry area, modern fixtures. Gas stove and gas heat (radiators). Please ask about pets and off-street parking
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