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Renter's Guide to New Haven

New Haven is truly one of Connecticut’s best cities! You'll find it on the east coast, where it's known for its culture, history, and higher education. Home to Yale University, you can’t beat the level of intelligence, fun, and excitement found in this medium-sized city.

At 20 square-miles, New Haven is about 10% larger than Hartford. And it's roughly 80 miles from New York City, 65 miles from Springfield, Massachusetts, and 20 miles from Bridgeport, CT, which means plenty of options for commuting or road trips.

New Haven was ranked as the Best Foodie City in the country by Livability.com, and is home to two of the Top 10 Best Pizzas in America according to The Daily Meal.

The weather here is fairly warm during the summer, with temperatures reaching into the low 80s. But average winter temperatures dip all the way into the upper 30s and lower 40s during the winter, even dropping as low as 20°F night.  Overall, New Haven receives around 44 inches of rain and 26 inches of snow per year.

New Haven, CT Demographics

  • Total Population130,884
  • Female 61,960
    Male 68,924
  • Median Age30.7

Cost of Living in New Haven, CT

For the most part, the cost of living is higher than in Hartford. Dinner for two costs around $75 at a mid-range restaurant, before drinks. For that, you can expect to pay around $5.50 for a domestic beer and $7 for imported.

Basic utility services for a 915 square-foot apartment in New Haven cost an average of $145/month, which is considerably lower than Hartford, where the same utilities are around $172/month.

Bus service in New Haven is provided by CT Transit, with monthly passes starting at $54. Ride sharing is also available via Uber. There's also plenty of 24-hour taxi service available too.

Living in New Haven, CT

New Haven was rated one of the best places to live in Connecticut by Livability.com.

For starters, it's famous for its food, offering the most Zagat-rated restaurants of any city in the state. Their pizza in particular is considered some of the best in the country, and the cultural diversity of the area's other various restaurants will please every palate. There are 20 different ethnic foods represented in New Haven and over 120 restaurants located within a couple blocks of New Haven Green.

Imagine living in one of the cities that's among the best in education. With Yale University in town, you'll always be in the presence of the best and the brightest the country has to offer.

There are a few drawbacks to living in New Haven though. Winters can seemingly last forever, with more snow than most major US cities. And it's still a fairly small town, so those looking for true big city amenities won't find them here.

Things to do in New Haven

New Haven has dedicated 17% of its land to park area. That includes Edgewood Park, which features a skate park, water elements, dog runs, trails, and playgrounds for the kids. You’ll also want to check out Lighthouse Point Park, with its namesake lighthouse, boat launch, beautiful water for kayaking, and a carousal dating back to the 1920’s.

There are over 20 museums and galleries in New Haven, including four at Yale alone. Learn about everything from dinosaurs to ancient Egypt at the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History – one of the oldest and largest natural history museums in the world.

Downtown New Haven is a vibrant part of the city filled with stores, shops, museums, theaters, and over 100 restaurants. Legendary jazz clubs and architecturally awesome music bars are just some of the many options to explore when the sun goes down.

The Cherry Blossom Festival in the spring features music, a kid’s area, lots of food, arts and crafts vendors, and the 72 cherry blossoms planted in downtown. And nothing beats the Craft Brew Runs, a 5k race followed by three hours of celebrating at local breweries.

There are also four wineries in the area which provide tours and tastings on those warm days when you want to visit a spot away from the bustling city life.

Looking for a place where businesses thrive, diversity is served up in the tastiest restaurants, and education is at the forefront of the economy and mindset? Check out New Haven, CT.

Employment and Economy

Yale University is the largest employer in the city. Beyond education, there are also lots of jobs in healthcare, professional services, marketing, and engineering. Three Fortune 1000 Companies call the city home, which includes the headquarters of the Knights of Columbus.

New Haven, CT Households

  • Total Number of Households49,987
  • Family 24,699
    Non-family 25,288
  • Children 14,061
    No Children 35,926
  • Average People Per Household2.43
  • Median Household Income$39,191
  • Median Housing Costs Per Month$1,214

Education in New Haven

New Haven is home to one of the most famous universities in the world: Yale University. It's a big reason the city is such a center for higher education.

Southern Connecticut State University and Gateway Community College are located here as well. And the University of New Haven is just nearby, in West Haven.

New Haven, CT Education Statistics

  • No High School5%
  • Some High School43%
  • Some College16%
  • Associate Degree4%
  • Bachelor Degree15%
  • Graduate Degree16%

Tips for Renting in New Haven

Moving to New Haven? It’s a great place to call home. Here are a few of the renters rights you'll have. A landlord has the right to increase the rent without prior notice, as long as the lease period has ended. However, the increase must be in line with the fair market value of the apartment.

This means that if a tenant believes the fair market value is lower than the landlord’s increase in rent, they can pay the lesser amount and not be evicted.

While oral agreements are honored, it's always best to get things in writing. And make sure to read your lease in its entirety before signing.

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