$312,093Average Value$286Average Price per Sq Ft4Homes For Sale
Quaint, quiet neighborhood close to downtown New Haven
East of the Quinnipiac River lies Fair Haven Heights, a neighborhood referred to by New Haven residents as “the Heights” for the hill it sits on. It was established in the 18th century and served as an oystering village in its early days. Today, it is primarily residential and contains a mix of modest, cozy homes and stately riverfront properties, and residents appreciate its walkability and proximity to public parks, the river and New Haven’s downtown. “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 grew up in New Haven.
Colonial Revival, Cape Cod and small bungalows are plentiful
The homes in Fair Haven Heights include grand Victorian Gothics and Colonial Revivals, along with smaller bungalows, foursquares and cozy Cape Cods. Homes farther from the river sit on roomy, grassy lots, with backyards lined with tall trees. Closer to the water, lots are smaller; homes sit snugly, and yards are small or non-existent, but what residents give up in square footage, they get in access to the river. Streets are narrow and quiet, including main thoroughfares, and sidewalks are abundant, which gives residents the ability to walk to parks and restaurants. Prices range from $150,000 for 650 square feet to $490,000 for 2,300 square feet. Those looking for a home with a bit less upkeep can find condos throughout the neighborhood’s northern section, ranging from $130,000 for 1,000 square feet to $260,000 for 1,300 square feet. Regarding crime, Fair Haven Heights scores a six out of 10 on the CAP Index, two points higher than the national average.
You will find well-maintained Cape Cods in Fair Haven Heights.
Charming bungalows in Fair Haven Heights are priced between $150,000 and $300,000.
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Find "apizza" at Ziggy's
Residents bike and stroll down Quinnipiac Avenue to Ziggy’s Family Pizza Restaurant for a slice of New Haven-style “apizza.” Or they head west 2 miles into the city and get a pie at Modern Apizza or Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, two of the most popular apizza spots in New Haven. For something different, residents head to Fabi’s Restaurant & Coffee Shop for authentic Puerto Rican food, American classics and waterfront dining at Q River Grill, or they find popular fast-food chains like Taco Bell and KFC along Route 80. For shopping, residents pick up home essentials and groceries at Walmart and home DIY supplies at Lowe’s near Quinnipiac Avenue and Route 80, or they head into downtown New Haven for its mix of national retailers, including LL Bean and Urban Outfitters, and locally owned boutiques.
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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Locals get outside at Quarry Park and Fairmont Park
To get outside in the fresh air, residents have two large parks to choose from within the neighborhood, Quarry Park and the Fairmont Park. Quarry Park is a popular spot for hikers and nature lovers, known for the dinosaur fossils discovered there in the 19th century. Fairmount Park is a multiuse recreation area with two baseball fields, a community garden and an open lawn perfect for picnics and impromptu games. Local golf enthusiasts tee off at Alling Memorial Golf Club off Eastern Street, a neighborhood fixture since 1929. Further east is Lake Saltonstall, a pristine lake surrounded by acres of forest and hiking trails.
Fairmont Park is a multi-use recreation area with two baseball fields in Fair Haven Heights.
Quarry Park is known for the dinosaur fossils discovered there in the 19th century.
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Multiple Public Schools
Students in Fair Haven Heights are served by New Haven Public Schools and they’re often zoned for Ross Woodward School, which serves kindergarten through eighth grade and has a C-minus rating on Niche. They continue to Wilbur Cross High School, which has a B-minus on Niche. Wilbur Cross High has about 1,600 students and a student-teacher ratio of 14-to-1. It offers four career-themed academies including Law & Public Service, Health & Culinary Sciences, Business & Fine Arts, and the International Academy of Digital Arts & Sciences. Families considering private education for their kids have faith-based and preparatory schools in the area to choose from.
Area kids often start their education at Ross Woodward, a C-rated magnet school serving K-8.
From there, they head to Wilbur Cross High School, which has a B-minus rating.
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I-95, I-91, CT Transit buses help residents get around
Many residents travel into New Haven for work via car or CT Transit buses. The reopening of the Grand Avenue Bridge has made traveling around town much easier, cutting commute times to Fair Haven and central New Haven significantly. Interstates 91 and 95 are easily accessible from Fair Haven Heights, along with several convenient state routes. The Tweed New Haven Airport is just 3 miles away and Hartford is about 40 north.
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Parks in this Area
Fairmont Park
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Playground
Quarry Park
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Peat Meadow Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Griswold Triangle
Picnic Area
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Michael Street Park
Transit
Airport
Tweed/New Haven
11 min drive
Bus
Townsend Ave & Burwell St
Bus
E Grand Ave & Sherland Ave
Bus
E Grand Ave & Russell St
Bus
Farren Ave & E Ferry St
Bus
Fairmont Ave & Quinnipiac Ave
Bus
Eastern St & Bouchet Ln
Bus
Farren Ave & Lancraft St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Fair Haven Heights
US
Homicide
9
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fair Haven Heights Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fair Haven Heights, New Haven sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Fair Haven Heights, New Haven over the last 12 months is $380,000, up 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Beautiful tri level apartment on the Quinnipiac River! Launch your kayak from the back yard! River views from every room. First floor has living room with french doors to deck, eat in kitchen with stove, refrig, dishwasher, microwave, room for a table. Middle level has heated sunroom with a wall of west facing windows to enjoy sunsets over the river. Upper level has bedroom, open
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
12,107
Median Age
43
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$35,907
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$58,554
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
16.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.2%
% Population in Labor Force
56.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
44/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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