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West River

WEST HAVEN, CT 06516

Real Estate Market Report  ·  South Central Connecticut Planning Region County
Buyer's Market
March 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Neighborhoods in ZIP 06516

West River

Market Analysis

Data as of March 2026. Source: Realtor.com.

The WEST HAVEN, CT real estate market (06516) currently shows 100 active listings, with 45 pending sales. Homes are averaging 36 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 36 days on market compared to 28 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 15.9% year-over-year, from $329,000 to $381,250.

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Market Context

Market Context

Population: 55,336  ·  Density: 1,987.5/mi²  ·  Median household income: $72,827

Typical home value: $247,184  ·  Homeownership: 52.1%

Market Overview

Active Listings
100
⇧ 11.1% vs 90 last year
Pending
45
45% pending ratio
Median Price
$381,250
⇧ 15.9% vs $329,000 last year
Average Price
$374,941
⇧ 2.5% vs $365,761 last year
Days on Market
36
⇧ 28.6% vs 28 days last year

Price Per Square Foot

Median $/sqft
$247
⇩ 9.2% vs $272/sqft last year
Median Home Size
1,305 sqft
Typical listing size
12-Month $/sqft Trend

Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 100 this year vs 90 last year
  • Days on market: 36 now vs 28 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $381,250 (+15.9% YoY)
  • Average: $374,941 (+2.5% YoY)

12-Month Price Trend

Median & Average
  • Median and average listing prices over the past 12 months

12-Month Inventory Trend

Active & Pending
  • Active and pending listing counts over the past 12 months

Historical Trend Charts

Median Price
Average Price
Days on Market
Total Listings
Pending Listings
Active Listings
New Listings
Price Per Sqft
Price Reduced %

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 11.6 miles — 562 listings ($239,547,444 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
06516West Haven, CT 065160.0 mi86$30,264,518$373,725$351,913
06510New Haven, CT 065103.1 mi5$2,807,500$559,000$561,500
06511New Haven, CT 065113.6 mi30$10,727,610$263,713$357,587
06512East Haven, CT 065125.0 mi71$36,552,930$414,450$514,830
06513New Haven, CT 065136.0 mi38$10,499,476$236,975$276,302
06461Milford, CT 064616.1 mi32$16,621,312$468,650$519,416
06514Hamden, CT 065147.0 mi52$18,021,120$329,973$346,560
06401Ansonia, CT 064017.2 mi25$10,121,575$389,700$404,863
06614Stratford, CT 066148.9 mi99$49,969,359$455,750$504,741
06473North Haven, CT 064739.4 mi37$19,816,941$534,900$535,593
06524Bethany, CT 0652410.6 mi9$8,934,507$837,000$992,723
06518Hamden, CT 0651811.0 mi44$17,615,268$380,000$400,347
06610Bridgeport, CT 0661011.6 mi34$7,595,328$222,475$223,392

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are for sale in WEST HAVEN, CT 06516?

As of March 2026, there are 100 active listings in WEST HAVEN, CT (zip code 06516), compared to 90 the prior year.

What is the median home price in WEST HAVEN, CT 06516?

The median listing price in WEST HAVEN, CT 06516 is $381,250 as of March 2026, a 15.9% increase from $329,000 the prior year.

How long do homes stay on the market in WEST HAVEN, CT?

Homes in WEST HAVEN, CT 06516 spend an average of 36 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 28 days the prior year.

Is it a seller's or buyer's market in WEST HAVEN, CT 06516?

Based on current inventory and days-on-market data as of March 2026, WEST HAVEN, CT 06516 is currently a Buyer's Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 10 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are taking longer to sell, averaging 36 days on market compared to 28 days last year.

How much can I save on real estate commission in WEST HAVEN, CT?

With SELL123.com's maximum 3% commission, sellers in WEST HAVEN, CT 06516 save an estimated $7,625 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $381,250. Our fee structure: 1% listing + 2% selling broker — no additional buyer or seller fees. Call (240) SELL-123 or email info@SELL123.com for a free consultation.