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WEST HAVEN, CT 06516

Real Estate Market Report  ·  South Central Connecticut Planning Region County
Balanced Market
January 2026  ·  Source: Realtor.com

Market Overview

Active Listings
83
⇧ 9.2% vs 76 last year
Pending
42
51% pending ratio
Median Price
$377,500
⇧ 8.7% vs $347,425 last year
Average Price
$358,200
⇧ 0.3% vs $357,030 last year
Days on Market
51
⇩ 8.9% vs 56 days last year

Market Context

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

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

Market Analysis

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

The WEST HAVEN, CT real estate market (06516) currently shows 83 active listings, with 42 pending sales. Homes are averaging 51 days on the market before going under contract.

Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice.

Homes are selling faster, averaging 51 days on market compared to 56 days last year.

The median listing price has risen 8.7% year-over-year, from $347,425 to $377,500.

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Market Trends

Inventory & Days on Market

Year over Year
  • Listings: 83 this year vs 76 last year
  • Days on market: 51 now vs 56 last year

Median & Average Pricing

Year over Year
  • Median: $377,500 (+8.7% YoY)
  • Average: $358,200 (+0.3% 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

Nearby Real Estate Markets

Median Price Legend:
< $250K
$250K–$500K
$500K–$1M
$1M–$2M
> $2M
25 Nearby Zip Code Markets within 11.6 miles — 561 listings ($244,135,325 combined market value)
Zip City / State Distance Listings Market Value Median $ Average $
06516West Haven, CT 065160.0 mi83$29,730,600$377,500$358,200
06510New Haven, CT 065103.1 mi5$2,705,000$469,000$541,000
06511New Haven, CT 065113.6 mi31$14,102,427$295,000$454,917
06512East Haven, CT 065125.0 mi78$43,445,142$449,950$556,989
06513New Haven, CT 065136.0 mi43$11,003,270$249,900$255,890
06461Milford, CT 064616.1 mi42$21,231,126$489,900$505,503
06514Hamden, CT 065147.0 mi52$17,326,400$325,000$333,200
06401Ansonia, CT 064017.2 mi25$9,005,825$367,500$360,233
06614Stratford, CT 066148.9 mi87$47,790,405$479,999$549,315
06473North Haven, CT 064739.4 mi31$17,702,643$561,950$571,053
06524Bethany, CT 0652410.6 mi8$7,530,400$599,000$941,300
06518Hamden, CT 0651811.0 mi41$14,736,507$379,900$359,427
06610Bridgeport, CT 0661011.6 mi35$7,825,580$247,450$223,588

Frequently Asked Questions

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

As of January 2026, there are 83 active listings in WEST HAVEN, CT (zip code 06516), compared to 76 the prior year.

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

The median listing price in WEST HAVEN, CT 06516 is $377,500 as of January 2026, a 8.7% increase from $347,425 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 51 days on the market before going under contract, compared to 56 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 January 2026, WEST HAVEN, CT 06516 is currently a Balanced Market. Inventory has increased compared to last year, with 7 more homes available — giving buyers more choice. Homes are selling faster, averaging 51 days on market compared to 56 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 $7,550 compared to a typical 5% commission on the median listing price of $377,500. 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.