Safest Neighborhoods in New Haven County, CT

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  Madison

  It’s easy enough to say that a town looks like something out of a movie, but in the case of Madison, Connecticut, it’s actually true. The town has such an authentic, small-town feel that it was selected as a film location several years ago. “The annual Fourth of July parade was featured in the film ‘Harvest’ back in 2010,” says real estate broker

  • Average Value

    $803K

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    $357K - $3.2M

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    61 Listings

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  Guilford

  Guilford is a coastal Connecticut town that, at first glance, resembles a small town reminiscent of a 1960s-era television show. With its quaint and historic downtown sector lined with quaint local retailers, the 12-acre Guilford Town Green that is the site of various performances throughout the year and the quiet, tree-lined streets, Guilford

  • Average Value

    $690K

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    $225K - $4.6M

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    45 Listings

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  Woodbridge

  Fans of the show “Gilmore Girls” might recognize the name Woodbridge as the rival to the fictional small town of Stars Hollow. But Woodbridge is far from fictional and increasingly popular for its top-rated schools and beautiful scenery. True to its name, Woodbridge is known for its heavily forested areas, and most of its residents live on

  • Average Value

    $660K

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    $376K - $1.6M

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    22 Listings

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  Orange

  With its well-rated schools, nature preserves and quiet subdivisions, Orange — named after a Dutch prince, not the fruit — attracts many Connecticut families looking to settle down. The suburban town of 14,000 people is located just west of New Haven. “It’s small enough that you know everyone,” says Realtor Maribeth Lightowler, whose family has

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    $631K

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    $398K - $1.8M

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    16 Listings

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  Parkway/Wheelers Farm Road

  Those of a certain vintage will no doubt remember the “Choose Your Own Adventure” series of books. Young readers would get to the bottom of a page and decide which of a selection of next steps they wished to take, and would hurriedly turn to the page that corresponded to their choice, wondering what the result of their decision would be. In a

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    $600K

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    $267K - $1.3M

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    9 Listings

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  Oxford

  Originally nothing more than a loose collection of farms in southwestern Connecticut, today Oxford is a quintessential New England town, a place that feels like something out of a Robert Frost poem. Narrow streets meander through forested areas and the houses sit on expansive lots. “It’s a very rural area,” says local Realtor Jill Taylor. “But

  • Average Value

    $585K

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    $312K - $1.2M

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    15 Listings

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  Woodmont

  It’s often been said that buying a home means buying a neighborhood. The Woodmont neighborhood takes it one step further, though. Buying a home in Woodmont means buying a way of life. “Woodmont is a lifestyle,” says Realtor and Connecticut native Robin Jossen. “There’s very much a beach vibe in the neighborhood. It’s very laid-back and casual. I

  • Average Value

    $572K

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    $215K - $2.5M

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    30 Listings

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  Middlebury

  Plucked from a classic New England postcard, Middlebury is a small, rural town in New Haven County in the western part of Connecticut. While big city amenities in New Haven are only a short drive away, this quaint town of 7,500 is beloved for its scenic beauty, high-ranking school system and higher education opportunities. Surrounded by lush

  • Average Value

    $564K

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    $335K - $1.3M

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    30 Listings

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  Cheshire

  Cheshire, a suburban town in New England, offers a relaxing and idyllic lifestyle with a strong sense of community. Known for its friendly atmosphere and suburban charm, Cheshire has evolved from its rural roots. The town is particularly appealing to families, with numerous youth sports leagues utilizing the ample green spaces. Bartlem Recreation

  • Average Value

    $546K

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    $235K - $1.5M

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    38 Listings

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  Post Road North

  Located in the southwest Connecticut city of Milford, Post Road North is home to a sprawling shopping district that offers the ultimate in modern convenience. Away from the stores stretched along the Interstate 95 and U.S. Route 1 corridors, residents enjoy an almost rural landscape populated by homes on spacious lots. “What’s so great about North

  • Average Value

    $531K

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    $239K - $860K

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    3 Listings

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  Southbury

  Incorporated in 1787, Southbury, Connecticut, provides modern conveniences while preserving its bucolic feel. “We have four exits on a major highway, but we’re still able to maintain a very homey atmosphere,” says Southbury First Selectman Jeff Manville. He’s a lifelong resident whose great-grandfather was the town’s first doctor. “When they get

  • Average Value

    $518K

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    $219K - $1.3M

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    93 Listings

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  Devon

  Situated between the Housatonic River and the Long Island Sound beachfront, Devon is a small inland village that is often lumped together with nearby communities like Walnut Beach and Wildemere Beach. "Devon has gotten a lot more recognition as the town has expanded," says Wojtek Borowski, a Realtor with Pearce Real Estate who has over 18 years of

  • Average Value

    $506K

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    $260K - $2.3M

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    15 Listings

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  Outlying Branford

  Branford sits along the shoreline of the Long Island Sound, about 8 miles from New Haven, and offers its residents access to a coastal lifestyle year-round with its many beaches, cottages on the water, locally owned restaurants and shops and laid-back living. "It feels like you're on vacation in Branford," says Eileen Smith, a Realtor with Pearce

  • Average Value

    $480K

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    $211K - $1.3M

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    3 Listings

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  North Haven

  Despite being just outside New Haven, North Haven feels quite removed from urban life. Instead, North Haven is a quiet suburb largely consisting of comfortable homes on large lots and familiar small-town amenities like a community center, town green and suburban shopping plazas. “North Haven used to be considered the more affordable place to live

  • Average Value

    $477K

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    $305K - $900K

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    18 Listings

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  Prospect

  Prospect bills itself as “The best small town in Connecticut,” and residents are doing their part to help the community live up to this claim. Many aspects of Prospect appeal to residents from its large lawns to its cherished local businesses, but perhaps it’s the tight relations between neighbors that makes Prospect special. “It’s like Mayberry

  • Average Value

    $463K

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    $290K - $886K

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    4 Listings

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  Wallingford

  Occupying 40 square miles of south-central Connecticut, Wallingford is more than just a quintessential New England town. With abundant green spaces, a vibrant downtown sector and easy highway access, Wallingford pairs its convenient location between New Haven and Hartford with all the amenities homebuyers are looking for in one location. And that

  • Average Value

    $447K

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    $178K - $1.2M

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    22 Listings

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  Beacon Falls

  While residents of the rural town of Beacon Falls, about 15 miles outside of New Haven, travel for most of their shopping, they can find community in their own backyard. “I have lived here my entire life,” says Elizabeth Setaro-Posick, director of Beacon Falls Public Library. “People help each other here. It’s like a New England Mayberry.” This

  • Average Value

    $432K

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    $251K - $1.1M

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    5 Listings

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  Seymour

  “Tight-knit” and “comfortably secluded” are words used to describe Seymour, a New Haven County town set around the Naugatuck River and full of dense, expansive wildlife areas. Established in 1850, this southwest Connecticut community retains much of that vintage charm, from its walkable downtown full of boutiques to its homes surrounded by trees.

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    $418K

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    $186K - $736K

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    14 Listings

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  West Shore

  Although part of West Haven, the West Shore feels like a community of its own. Overlooking the sparkling Long Island Sound, this Connecticut neighborhood has cozy, coastal cottages neatly lining its suburban streets. Locals can walk down the West Shore's shaded blocks to the peaceful water, and though this established community's coastal location

  • Average Value

    $381K

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    $149K - $1.1M

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    13 Listings

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  East Shore

  East Shore, a waterside community along New Haven Harbor, gives its residents a taste of waterfront living at a fraction of the cost. “The area is becoming more popular with time,” says Roseann Iuvone, Realtor at Seabury Hill Realtors and area local who lives just a few minutes from East Shore. “The taxes are lower there, and compared to downtown

  • Average Value

    $364K

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    $262K - $1.3M

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    3 Listings

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  Momauguin

  Named for the Native American tribes that once inhabited this tranquil stretch of Connecticut coastline, Momauguin is an East Haven neighborhood facing the Long Island Sound. Cozy homes within walking distance of the beach and within 20 minutes of downtown New Haven offer convenience and natural beauty for Momauguin’s residents. “It’s a wonderful,

  • Average Value

    $359K

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    $100K - $1.1M

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    12 Listings

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  Oakville

  Oakville, a community within the Waterbury area, has a cohesive small-town feel. “Everybody knows everybody here,” says Sam Smith, who works for Tony & Sons Seafood. “There are a few new people that come in, but most have been here for a long time.” Along the hilly streets of Oakville, well-preserved homes from the mid-1900s and newly built

  • Average Value

    $349K

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    $193K - $835K

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    13 Listings

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  Naugatuck

  Naugatuck and surrounding towns in the Naugatuck River Valley of Central Connecticut were thriving industrial centers dating as far back as the 1700s, with Naugatuck especially known for its rubber production beginning in the late 1800s. However, as industry in the region declined in the second half of the 20th century, Naugatuck reinvented itself

  • Average Value

    $340K

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    $175K - $631K

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    39 Listings

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  Indian Neck

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    $749K

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    $323K - $3.2M

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    10 Listings

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  Pine Orchard

  • Average Value

    $735K

  • List Price

    $274K - $4.5M

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    7 Listings

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