Fair Haven Heights
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lisa Daniele
Lisa Daniele
William Raveis Real Estate
(475) 267-0454
79 Total Sales
1 in Fair Haven Heights
$260,000 Price
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Jennifer D'Amato
Jennifer D'Amato
Real Broker CT, LLC
(475) 224-4727
138 Total Sales
1 in Fair Haven Heights
$299,999 Price
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Kiki Sydnor
Kiki Sydnor
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX One
(959) 215-5358
110 Total Sales
1 in Fair Haven Heights
$225,000 Price
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Sara Vegliante
Sara Vegliante
Sara's Realty, LLC
(401) 298-9519
27 Total Sales
1 in Fair Haven Heights
$278,000 Price
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Maya Basic
Maya Basic
William Raveis Real Estate
(475) 323-4955
124 Total Sales
2 in Fair Haven Heights
$138K - $235K Price Range
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Santiago Jaraba
Santiago Jaraba
Whitestone Real Estate Group
(888) 483-4006
263 Total Sales
1 in Fair Haven Heights
$190,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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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
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 37 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 $410,000, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$495,000
Median Sale Price
$410,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$538,445
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
31
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$299
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,040
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1961
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,404
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,125
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,151
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
669
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
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
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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Wooster Square
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