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Historic New Haven suburb with academic character
Home to early 20th-century architecture and parts of the Yale University campus, Prospect Hill’s charming streetscapes are among the most coveted in New Haven. "It's one of the most affluent areas in the city," says Wojtek Borowski, a Realtor with Pearce Real Estate and an 18-year local seller specializing in historic properties. "The neighborhood was mostly built between the 1900s and 1930s." Thanks to its wide selection of long-standing, character-rich residences, Prospect Hill is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Homeowners here can step out of their Tudor Revivals, Queen Annes, and shingle-style homes onto Prospect Street to visit a nearby breakfast spot or wave to the neighbors. "You can also walk to Yale from Prospect Hill," Borowski says, noting that the suburb is home to many Yale faculty and staff.
Victorian and Colonial styles with land on Prospect Street
Purchasing a home here means owning a piece of historic architecture, and despite being in the middle of the city, Prospect Hill properties tend to have generous yards and plenty of space between houses ? Borowski says up to an acre of land. For $550,000, buyers can invest in a three-bedroom Victorian with a modestly sized backyard, while spacious Colonial Revivals on sought-after streets reach up to $2 million. Condos and attached housing start at $300,000 here. “Very few homes are available in this neighborhood," Borowski says. Prospect Hill listings don’t stick around for more than a week or two before finding a new owner in this coveted community.
Large colonials make up the majority of the homes on the eastern side of Prospect Hill.
Adorable homes nestled amongst lush landscaping are what brings people to Prospect Hill.
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Proximity to post-secondary schools
New Haven students can choose from the city’s varied selection of magnet or inter-district magnet, neighborhood, and charter schools to find the program best suited to their needs and interests. Families can apply for placement via a school choice process. Worthington Hooker School is in town, rated B on Niche, serving kids in K-8. Rising students might continue to the nearby Hillhouse High, rated C-minus, known for its Pre-AP Summit program, which prepares enrollees for higher learning. Prospect Hill may be best known for its proximity to post-secondary schools like Yale University, ranked number 5 on US News and World Report’s Best Colleges list, and touted for its world-class programming across a wide range of disciplines. Albertus Magnus College is also in town, New England’s most diverse Catholic College.
Walking-distance to State Street
Dining out is a way of life in Prospect Hill ? it's part of the appeal of living in such a walkable part of New Haven. Poppy's Coffee and Kitchen is the go-to for a morning pick-me-up, and locals continue a few blocks east to pick up prepared food at corner stores like the popular Nica’s Market, a long-standing spot known for its Italian fare. Bars and restaurants also line the area’s busy State Street, a pedestrian-friendly commercial corridor with a cozy Main Street-style layout lined with awninged storefronts. Stop and Shop is the closest grocer, and Downtown New Haven is just over a mile away for more culture and nightlife.
Walk the Downtown New Haven streets and find great restaurants like South Bay.
Food stands all around Prospect Hill and Downtown New Haven are extremely popular.
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City views from East Rock Park
For a spot of sun, Prospect Hill homeowners can walk to Edgerton Park to explore the historic estate, full of landscaped gardens, greenhouses, and early 1900s architecture. New Haven’s famed East Rock Park is next door, with some of the best views in the city. The sprawling green space is a hot spot for hikers and bikers looking for a scenic natural getaway that feels far away from city landscapes. The Farmington Canal Greenway trail runs past the opposite side of town, a paved tree-lined path extending 50 miles, a good way to get some exercise and get to know the city.
Prospect Hill is located minutes from Downtown New Haven.
The Farnum Memorial Gardens has an incredible overlook spot in Prospect Hill.
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Car-free commutes with CT Transit and State Street Station
With sidewalk-lined roads and biking infrastructure, it’s easy to get around car-free from Prospect Hill. Yale University is the top regional employer among prominent healthcare companies and law firms. Prospect Hill locals are minutes from Interstate 91, and CT Transit buses make stops along the main roads for non-driving commuters. Locals can also hop on a train from the nearby State Street Station, shuttling riders to and from New York, making several stops along the way.
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Parks in this Area
Saint Ronan Dog Park
Dog Park
Edgerton Park
Picnic Area
Trails
East Rock Park
Marsh Botanical Garden
Botanical Gardens
Farmington Canal Heritage Trail
Bike Trails
Trails
Farnam Memorial Gardens
Picnic Area
Parking Lot
Botanical Gardens
Bassett Street Community Garden
Picnic Area
Trails
Botanical Gardens
Transit
Airport
Tweed/New Haven
14 min drive
Bus
Division St & Sheffield Ave
Bus
Prospect St & Hillside Pl
Bus
Whitney Ave & Sachem St
Bus
Munson St & Mansfield St
Bus
Winchester Ave & Opp Bassett St
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Winchester Ave & Highland St
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Whitney Ave & Opp Linden St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Prospect Hill
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Prospect Hill, New Haven sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Prospect Hill, New Haven over the last 12 months is $766,541, up 67% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Exquisite East Rock 3,000 SQ FT 3-4 bedroom, 3.5 bath colonial with a beautiful balance of classic charm, modern amenities, and architectural finesse. An inviting entryway with a vestibule leads to the double living room with parquet floors, a marble fireplace and recessed lighting. The formal dining room offers a wall of windows, and a wall of custom built-ins. High end kitchen with Wolf and
A unique opportunity to purchase a 100 year old converted stable that features 3124 square feet of upper floor living space plus an additional 3000 square feet of above grade garden level space with large oversize windows and high ceilings. This dramatic light filled enchanting home offers a flexible floor plan of four plus bedrooms including a main level primary bedroom suite that features two
Absolutely beautiful condo in grand renovated mansion. This first floor unit has a personal outdoor patio area plus it overlooks a quiet, secret feeling exterior courtyard. Tall ceilings, raised paneling, 2 fireplaces and renovated kitchen with granite counters make the spaces feel incredibly warm and inviting. The living/dining room has a large fireplace with built-in bookcases and cabinets
Craft Your Life! New Haven apartments created with history, character and passion. At the intersection of past and present, a genuine craft is evident in every element of Winchester Lofts. From the century-old brick walls to exposed timber ceilings, it's the feeling of authenticity you get when you step into your apartment. The artistry of the past is embraced in the immaculately restored
East Rock! Located directly on the Yale shuttle and one block to East Rock Park and all of the hiking trails. This adorable apartment boasts gleaming hardwood floors throughout, lots of windows, a vintage bathroom with cast iron bathtub, a covered wrap around porch to relax on and HEAT, HOT WATER, AND ONE PRIVATE OFF STREET PARKING SPACE INCLUDED IN THE MONTHLY RENT. A professional and quiet
Beautiful apartments close to everything! -- Nearby Colleges and Universities --Yale University: 0.4 miles awayAlbertus Magnus College: 0.4 miles awaySouthern CT State University: 1.5 miles away-- Nearby Parks and Recreation --Fussy Cofee: 0.2 miles awayCity Climb Gym: 0.4 miles awayScantlebury Park: 0.7 miles awayEdgerton Park: 1.1 miles awayEast
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,166
Median Age
30
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
8.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$65,279
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$103,994
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.7%
College Graduates
75.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
59.6%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
68/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
57/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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