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A convenient location with lower housing prices
Known by many names throughout its 200-year history, from Sodom Hill to Mount Pleasant, the neighborhood today known simply as The Hill is a vibrant New Haven area known for its abundant trees, parks, community gardens, restaurants and resources, including a public library, community service organizations and the Yale-New Haven Hospital and Medical School. A neighborhood that once served as a stop on the Underground Railroad during the 19th century, The Hill was established as a racially integrated planned community in the 1830s, and the neighborhood population today continues its history of diversity.
With Interstate 95 running along its southern border and downtown New Haven less than 2 miles away, The Hill provides residents with a convenient location, and that convenience comes with comparatively lower prices. “The Hill is where you can find affordable housing, especially compared to the rest of the city, and still be close to everything,” says Lauren Freedman, a local Realtor who has sold more than a dozen Hill properties.
A range of shopping and dining options
The neighborhood’s convenient location means that locals don't have to travel far for daily needs. They can pop into a local barber, grab household and food staples at Shop Smart and pick up takeout from Jammin' Jamaican Cuisine, all on one corner. Key Food Fresh provides groceries, and the neighborhood's culinary scene includes Mexican, Dominican and Chinese, as well as American soul food. For a special night out, Freedman recommends heading to the water’s edge. “The harbor has some great options for dining along the boardwalk and incredible views,” she says. Shell and Bones Oyster Bar and Grill, located at the end of a dock extending into Winter Harbor, is a favorite for steak, seafood and sunsets. For more intensive retail therapy, residents typically head to West Haven, about 3 miles west, where a variety of national retailers have a presence.
Sunset dining at Shell & Bones in The Hill, New Haven, offers stunning harbor views.
Shop for fresh groceries at Key Food Fresh in The Hill, New Haven.
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Out and about in The Hill
In addition to five community gardens, neighborhood parks and playgrounds dot the Hill. Amistad Park near the Yale-New Haven Hospital provides a peaceful spot with benches nestled in the trees, as well as open green space and paths that make it a welcome cut-through for walkers. Families gather to let kids and pets get fresh air and exercise, and students are often seen studying or playing volleyball. At the neighborhood's southern end, Kimberly Field and Bayview Park offer baseball diamonds and soccer fields, and Long Wharf Nature Preserve provides a beautiful waterfront space with a loop trail connecting to City Point. The preserve is maintained by Gather New Haven, which hosts activities like nature wellness walks, field trips, volunteer events and summer camps.
Relax and unwind at Amistad Park in The Hill, surrounded by greenery.
Enjoying a peaceful day fishing along the coast in The Hill, New Haven.
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Lower price points than other neighborhoods
The median price of homes in The Hill is $230,000, and buyers should expect to pay an average of $173 per square foot. Potential buyers will find that early 19th-century Victorian, Queen Anne and Gothic revival homes are common in the neighborhood, with the most well-preserved found in the City Point Historic District near the harbor. One of these homes with five bedrooms and 3,000 square feet might sell for up to $600,000. Modern condominiums near the Pequonnock or City Point Yacht Club offer one- and two-bedroom options for the mid-$200,000s. Throughout the rest of the neighborhood, single-family colonials, bungalows and brick rowhouses range from $215,000 for a three-bedroom/one-bathroom rowhouse to $300,000 for a four-bedroom/three-bathroom Craftsman-style. Many homes in the neighborhood have been converted to multi-family housing units, and investors can find two-unit homes starting in the mid-$200,000 up to a six-unit home for $800,000.
The Hill, New Haven, offers a range of housing options for different budgets.
Multi-family homes in The Hill, New Haven, start in the mid-$200,000s.
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School is in session
Students in The Hill are served by the New Haven School District, which earns an overall grade of C from Niche. Children can attend Truman School through the eighth grade before matriculating to The Sound School for grades 9-12. Truman earns a C-minus from Niche and Sound earns a B-minus. In addition to a rigorous traditional academic curriculum, students at The Sound School are exposed to extensive maritime and water-based educational opportunities, and the school also offers an agricultural-focused track for interested students. Parents can also avail themselves of multiple private schools in the region, including nearby Choate Rosemary Hall, ranked as the best private school in the state by Niche, which gives it an A-plus rating.
Truman School in The Hill, New Haven, serves students from kindergarten through 8th grade.
The Sound School in The Hill, provides unique educational opportunities for students.
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Neighborhood festivals
The annual Hill Neighborhood Festival celebrates the community's diverse cultures each year with a free event featuring live music, DJs, food, children's programming and vendors. The Hill is also close to a world-class array of cultural activities and opportunities at Yale University, including two art museums, a natural history museum and Woolsey Hall, a classical music venue, as well as the many festivals, street fairs and events happening throughout downtown New Haven.
At the Yale University Art Gallery you can find pieces from Picasso, Van Gogh and Basquiat.
Explore the beautiful architecture and rich history of Yale University in New Haven.
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Nearby commuting routes
Historically a working-class and streetcar suburb, the Hill has long relied on public transportation. "The Hill has the Union New Haven Station right here, which makes it a prime spot for commuters," says Freedman. For New York commuters, Metro-North's New Haven line offers eight trains on weekdays. For local commuters, the CT Transit provides bus service with plentiful stops.
Higher than average crime statistics
Those looking for a home in New Haven should also be aware that the crime statistics for The Hill are well above average, with a CAP index of 9 out of 10, as compared to the national average of 4.
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Parks in this Area
Columbus Park
Long Wharf Park
Wooster Memorial Park
Playground
Union Street Dog Park
West River Peace Garden
Orchard Gilbert Neighborhood Park
Playground
Walking Paths
Little Hen Community Garden
Picnic Area
Botanical Gardens
Walking Paths
Amistad Park
Transit
Airport
Tweed/New Haven
12 min drive
Bus
Sylvan Ave & Opp Vernon St
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Howard Ave & 6th St
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Kimberly Ave & Lamberton St
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Spring St & Howard Ave
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Washington Ave & Clover
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Columbus Ave & Liberty St
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Columbus Ave & Hallock St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
The Hill
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
8
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
8
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in The Hill, New Haven sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in The Hill, New Haven over the last 12 months is $320,930, up 21% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
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Demographics
Total Population
14,353
Median Age
33
Population Density
17 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$39,308
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$60,663
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
76.8%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
14.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.5%
% Population in Labor Force
61.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
78/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
58/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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