Living in East Haven, CT
East Haven is a shoreline town in New Haven County, east of New Haven, with Long Island Sound beaches, Interstate 95 and Route 80 through it, and a historic town green.
East Haven at a glance
- Median sale price
- $375,000+10.3% vs last year 313 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 35.78 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$9,400 median-priced home
- Population
- 27,953 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 12.3 sq mi 2,273 per sq mi
What it is like in East Haven
East Haven covers 12.3 square miles in New Haven County and had 27,953 residents in the facts file. It borders New Haven, Branford, North Haven and North Branford, and its southern edge fronts Long Island Sound.
The Connecticut Colony granted township status in 1707, but the grant was rescinded and the area stayed a parish of New Haven for decades. The Old Stone Church, built in 1774 at the east end of the Green, is on the National Register of Historic Places.
The town is divided into sections. Foxon is the hilly north and west part, with Route 80 and the Foxon Park Beverages plant. Momauguin in the south has the town beach. The Center holds Town Hall, the library and the police and fire headquarters.
The East Haven Town Green is a 2.4-acre park with war and firefighter monuments and a gazebo. It hosts summer concerts and the annual Fall Festival. A Sunday farmers market is held at Town Hall.
Outdoor places in town include East Haven Town Beach, Old Town Landing, Alling Memorial Golf Course, Farm River State Park, Bradford Nature Preserve, East Haven Marsh Wildlife Area and Bailey Woods. The Shore Line Trolley Museum on River Street runs historic trolley cars on the Branford Electric Railway, and Foxon Park Beverages has made soda on Foxon Boulevard since 1922.
Getting around from East Haven
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 56 min | 38 |
| New Haven | 11 min | 5 |
| Stamford | 66 min | 44 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 120 min | 80 |
| Boston | 175 min | 139 |
| Providence | 124 min | 101 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 78 min | 55 |
Rail stations nearby
- Branford 2.5 mi Shore Line East, CTrail Hartford Line
- State Street 3.4 mi Amtrak
- New Haven-State Street 3.4 mi Metro-North, CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak
Highways and routes
Interstate 95 crosses the middle of town and U.S. Route 1 runs parallel through the Center. Route 80 passes through Foxon and Route 100 runs from Foxon to the Center. Interstate 91 is just west of town. From the facts file, New Haven is 5 miles (11 minutes) by road, Hartford 38 miles (56 minutes) and Stamford 44 miles (66 minutes).
East Haven has no rail station of its own. The nearest are Branford (Shore Line East and the CTrail Hartford Line, 2.5 miles straight line) and New Haven-State Street (Metro-North, CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak, 3.4 miles). CT Transit buses serve the town. Bradley Airport is 55 miles (78 minutes) away.
Schools in East Haven
8 public schools in East Haven School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 5
- Carbone School/East Haven Academy
- Deer Run
- Dominick H. Ferrara
- Grove J. Tuttle
- Momauguin
Middle 1
- Joseph Melillo
High school 1
- East Haven High School
Other 1
- Overbrook Early Learning Center
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up East Haven School District on the state's EdSight site.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data. We do not rate or rank schools.
Eat, drink and explore in East Haven
Open East Haven in Google Maps →Eat and drink 6
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Nigerian and West African restaurant on Main Street, opened in 2026 and taking orders through Toast.
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Pizza and Italian restaurant across from the East Haven Green, with dine-in and takeout.
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Restaurant on Main Street serving Mediterranean dishes, tapas and crepes.
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Pizzeria on Foxon Road serving southern Italian dishes and pizza, in business since 1990.
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Barbecue restaurant on Main Street with takeout, catering and a Saturday prime rib special.
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Diner on Main Street serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, with dine-in and takeout.
Things to do and see 2
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Soda bottler founded in 1922 that still makes its drinks at the Foxon Boulevard plant in East Haven.
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Museum with a collection of historic trolley cars and a rail line where visitors can ride restored cars in season.
Parks, preserves and trails 20
Parks and open space © OpenStreetMap contributors. Places to eat and visit last checked October 2026. These are not paid placements; they are simply our selection. Hours and menus change, so check before you go.
East Haven housing market
Over the last 12 months, 313 homes sold in East Haven with a median sale price of $375,000 and a median of 14 days on market. There are 56 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $261 per square foot. The typical home sold for 101% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 10.3% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 2.1 months.
East Haven's town-wide property tax rate is 35.78 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $9,400 a year. Special taxing districts, such as fire districts, can add to this, and a home's actual assessment may differ from its sale price.
Source: SmartMLS, residential sales (single-family, condo and multi-family); mill rates: Connecticut Office of Policy and Management. Updated November 10, 2026.
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Questions about East Haven
What is the median home price in East Haven, CT?
The median sale price in East Haven is $375,000, based on 313 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in East Haven, CT?
East Haven's town-wide property tax rate is 35.78 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $9,400 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is East Haven, CT from Hartford?
East Haven is about 38 miles and a 56-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is East Haven, CT from New York City?
East Haven is about 80 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 120-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in East Haven, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Branford (Shore Line East, CTrail Hartford Line) about 2.5 miles from the center of East Haven. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of East Haven, CT?
East Haven has about 27,953 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 12.3 square miles.
How many public schools are in East Haven, CT?
East Haven has 8 public schools in East Haven School District. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in East Haven, CT?
There are 56 homes for sale in East Haven right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
Is there a train station in East Haven?
No. The closest stations are Branford, 2.5 miles straight line, and New Haven-State Street, 3.4 miles.
How far is East Haven from New Haven?
It is 5 miles and about 11 minutes by road.
What beaches and parks are in East Haven?
East Haven Town Beach, Old Town Landing, the Town Green, Farm River State Park, Bradford Nature Preserve and the East Haven Marsh Wildlife Area, among others.
Which highways serve East Haven?
Interstate 95, U.S. Route 1, Route 80, Route 100, Route 142 and Route 337. Interstate 91 is just west of town.
What is there to see in East Haven?
The Old Stone Church of 1774, the Town Green and the Shore Line Trolley Museum, where historic trolley cars run on the Branford Electric Railway.
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