Real Estate

West Haven Home Prices Are Climbing — See Where They Stand Now

Home values in West Haven have risen in recent years, with notable shifts since 2020.

WEST HAVEN, CT — Home prices in West Haven have continued to trend upward over the past decade, with a notable increase over the past year.

The typical home value in town is now about $354,725, according to Zillow data. Over the past year, values have increased roughly 6.1 percent.

The chart above shows how home values in West Haven — along with several nearby communities — have changed since the 2010s, based on Zillow Home Value Index data.

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While growth was more gradual for much of the decade, prices began to accelerate around 2020, when housing demand surged during and after the COVID-19 pandemic.

Market activity remains steady, with about 80 homes listed for sale at the end of March and 32 new listings added during the month.

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The median list price in West Haven was about $358,333 as of late March, reflecting continued demand in the local housing market.

Homes are also moving relatively quickly, with a median of 17 days to pending, indicating strong buyer interest.

Compared to some nearby communities, West Haven remains relatively affordable, though prices have continued to climb.

Even as the pace of increases has shifted more recently, overall values remain significantly higher than they were just a few years ago.

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