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Historic, urban neighborhood with Irish and Italian heritage
Although located steps from downtown New Haven and less than a mile from Yale University, the Wooster Square neighborhood's tree-lined streets and residential atmosphere feel removed from the city. Jennifer D'Amato, Associate Broker at Seabury Hill Realtors in New Haven and former Wooster Square resident, says that walking from downtown to Wooster Square brings an immediate difference in atmosphere. "It puts you into a completely different mindset. It helps with that work-life balance," she says. Neighbors feel a strong sense of community here, organizing events at the centrally located Wooster Square Park and carefully preserving historic structures.
Through the 19th century, Wooster Square attracted Irish and Italian immigrants who worked on the city's railroads and in factories. These groups established themselves in the neighborhood, opening shops and markets and building now historic structures such as St. Michael Church. This heritage is still seen in the neighborhood's architecture and Wooster Street, home to "Little Italy."
Wooster Square's distinct Italian rowhomes and converted condos
Multifamily Italianate homes and rowhouses built in the 1800s, as well as some Colonial Revival and traditional styles, lend the neighborhood its distinctive style. Many properties that were originally single-family homes have been converted into multifamily options. Old fixtures of the neighborhood, including churches and Italian-owned funeral homes, have now been converted into condos, and a handful of condo buildings built after the mid-20th century add modern appeal. "The neighborhood just kind of developed slowly over time," D'Amato says. Condos typically cost between $300,000 and $500,000, and multifamily homes often cost between $600,000 and $900,000.
Properties sit close together, usually on less than 1/4 acre of land, and nearly all properties are street parking only. Mature trees shade sidewalks. From Wooster Square Park, Court Street is a quiet pedestrian road leading to downtown. Italianate row homes flank either side of Court Street, facing one another, creating a shady path. "It's a little walking street – like Sesame Street," D'Amato says.
Stunning Italianate-style homes are seen throughout Wooster Square.
Explore newly built condo options in Wooster Square.
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Wooster Square Park is a throughway and community gathering place
Wooster Square Park anchors the neighborhood, serving as both a source of greenery and a gathering place for community events. Surrounded by homes, condos and businesses, the park is a pedestrian throughway lined with cherry trees and dotted with benches. Pet owners can also take their furry friends out to play at Union Street Dog Park, which borders downtown and Wooster Square.
For a more expansive outdoor space, East Rock Park spans 425 acres 2 miles north of Wooster Square. From the top of East Rock, a trap rock ridge jutting several hundred feet above the town like a mountain, park visitors can take in views of New Haven and the Long Island Sound below. Locals can hike or drive to the top or explore more trails along the Mill River below.
The Union Street Dog Park offers a playful retreat for your four-legged friends.
The East Rock Park offers stunning views of New Haven and the Long Island Sound.
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Cherry blossom festival in April, and a weekly farmers market
As winter melts into spring, Wooster Square Park's 72 Japanese cherry blossom trees come into full, pink bloom. The neighborhood celebrates the season with its annual cherry blossom festival in April. Young families, pet owners and other residents mingle with one another and sit on the grass among the flowering trees, and local businesses and nonprofits are set up throughout the park. The Historic Wooster Square Association hosts other events at the park as well, such as an annual Christmas tree lighting in December and pumpkin painting in October.
On Saturday mornings throughout the year, the CitySeed Wooster Square Farmers Market sets up outside Conte West Hills Magnet School on Chapel Street. More than three dozen vendors sell produce and handmade goods each weekend.
Other sources of entertainment and culture are within a mile's walk of Wooster Square Park, including the Yale University Art Gallery and Yale Repertory Theatre. "You'll go to a show there and be wondering 'how did it end?' because it's very indie," D'Amato says.
The cherry blossom trees in Wooster Square make a beautiful background for a photo.
Find everything you need to cook your next meal at the Wooster Square Farmers Market.
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"Little Italy" on Wooster Street and more dining downtown
The Wooster Street Arch – which lights up red, white and green at night for the Italian flag – marks the entrance to "Little Italy" on Wooster Street in the neighborhood. The street is lined with Italian shops and restaurants, including Sally's Apizza and Frank Pepe Pizzeria Napoletana, two of the most well-known pizza shops in the United States. "You can't say you went to New Haven without going to Pepe's," says Wayne Hugendubel, Realtor at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage. He recommends the white clam pizza.
Residents are also close to more dining options downtown, such as hole-in-the-wall bars like Cafe Nine and upscale eateries like Barcelona Wine Bar. A walk east under Interstate 91 brings pedestrians to a primarily industrial area, though there are townhouses, apartments and some businesses on that side, including The Meat King by C-town grocery store. Elm City Market has groceries downtown and is set to reopen in January 2025 after moving a couple of blocks over.
Experience the original white clam pizza at Frank Pepe's in Wooster Square.
The Meat King by C-town is your go-to spot for fresh cuts and essentials in Wooster Square.
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Some locals walk or take transit instead of owning cars
New Haven's urban renewal efforts through the 1950s and '60s reshaped the landscape of the city, including demolishing some historic neighborhoods to make way for highways like Interstates 91 and 95. Wooster Square had been slated for demolition, but "once they got to Wooster Square, they stopped it. They realized that this is not what we want," says Olivia Martson, Realtor of the Urban Team at Wareck D'Ostilio Real Estate and New Haven resident. Interstate 91 did shave off some of the neighborhood, however, including the former site of Waterside Park, which extended to the waterfront of the Mill River and Long Island Sound.
Today, some residents opt out of owning cars entirely in this walkable neighborhood. Yale-affiliated students, staff and faculty can jump on the Yale Shuttle to ride to campus, less than a mile northwest. The public can also take CTtransit buses around the region or CTrail and Amtrak trains from State Street station, less than a mile west. Tweed New Haven Airport is 4 miles southeast and Yale New Haven Hospital is less than 2 miles west of Wooster Square.
Free college courses for New Haven high schoolers
New Haven is a school choice district. Students living in Wooster Square may attend Conte West Hills Magnet School, which earns a C grade from Niche, for kindergarten through eighth grade and continue to the C-plus-rated Metropolitan Business Academy for high school. Both these schools are in the neighborhood and within walking distance for many families. The Metropolitan Business Academy has four learning pathways for students to choose from: Allied Health and Science, Law and Political Science, Digital Arts and Technology, and Finance.
Additionally, the public school system's "College Before College" program allows high school students to take courses at any New Haven university for free, including Gateway Community College, University of New Haven, Southern CT State University and Yale.
Metropolitan Business High School in Wooster Square prepares students for success.
Elementary grade students can attend the Conte West Hills Magnet School in Wooster Square.
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Parks in this Area
Criscuolo Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Trails
Long Wharf Park
Wooster Memorial Park
Playground
Wooster Square Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Union Street Dog Park
Jocelyn Square Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Airport
Tweed/New Haven
10 min drive
Train
New Haven-State Street Station
Bus
Chapel St & Olive St
Bus
Grand Ave & Olive St
Bus
Chapel St & Opp Chestnut St
Bus
Chapel St & Academy St
Bus
Water St & Brewery St
Bus
Water St & Union St
Bus
Water St & Olive St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wooster Square
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
7
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wooster Square, New Haven sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Wooster Square, New Haven over the last 12 months is $387,963, down 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Perched at the gateway to historic Wooster Square, an iconic neighborhood renowned for its rich history and quiet charm, these modern luxury apartments and 2-story lofts are a seamless blend of past and present. Offering elegant features, exceptional amenities, and close proximity to New Haven’s thriving urban center, The Whit delivers an unrivaled living experience. A variety of floor plan
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,603
Median Age
36
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
16.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,999
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$98,754
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94%
College Graduates
72.6%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
42.1%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
16''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
99/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
92/ 100
Excellent Transit
Transit Score®
76/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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