Why Live in Dixwell
Dixwell, located in the heart of New Haven, is a neighborhood rich in history and community spirit. The area features a mix of classic Colonial-style homes, primarily multifamily units with two to three units, alongside some single-family houses. The Freddie Fixer Parade, one of the oldest Black American parades in the northeast, is a significant annual event that showcases local pride. Scantlebury Park offers a spacious play area, basketball courts, and a skatepark, while Goffe Street Park features recently renovated basketball courts with a mural honoring local sports figure John Williamson. The Farmington Canal Heritage Greenway provides a scenic route for walking, jogging, or biking. The Dixwell Community House offers various classes and facilities for exercise and community activities. Popular dining options include Ricky D's Rib Shack, known for its ribs, brisket, and pulled pork, and Fussy Coffee, a favored spot just outside the neighborhood. For shopping, residents frequent Stop & Shop and Putnam Place Shopping Center, located about two miles away. The neighborhood is surrounded by Yale University, Southern Connecticut State University, and Albertus Magnus College, with a combined enrollment of around 24,000 students. The area is well-connected with nearby Interstates 95 and 91, and Tweed New Haven Airport is about 5 miles away. Multiple CTtransit bus stops provide convenient access to the rest of the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dixwell a good place to live?
Dixwell is a good place to live. Dixwell is considered fairly walkable and a biker's paradise with good transit options. Dixwell has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 34.0 people per acre and a median age of 27. The average household income is $65,439 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 44.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Dixwell are renters, with 83.3% of residents renting and 16.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Dixwell can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Dixwell neighborhood guide.
Is Dixwell, CT a safe neighborhood?
Dixwell, CT is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Dixwell?
The median home price in Dixwell is $600,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $120,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,110 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $133K a year to afford the median home price in Dixwell. The average household income in Dixwell is $65K.
What are the best public schools in Dixwell?
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Home Trends in Dixwell, CT
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.
Median Sale Price
$600,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$600,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$2,150,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$440
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median List Price
$600,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
445%