There's a fairly large contrast between that area and some of the blocks near the center of the neighborhood.

I lived in lower Fairhaven near Front St. I currently live up in Fairhaven Heights. Not one problem. Diverse neighborhoods and happy with living in both places.

What do you mean by No one received a package in Fair Haven?

It’s fine by the river. Front Street is safe. I’ve known several people who’ve lived down that way with no issues. Nice old historic homes, beautiful views, good community vibe. Events like weekly farmer’s market and Quinnipiac River festival. New restaurants. Local groups to get involved with like Chatham Square Neighborhood Association and Q River cleanups. The surrounding areas have some crime but are also pretty vibrant, heart of the city’s Latino population, lots of restaurants and small businesses.

Anywhere right off Grand or Ferry is that bad. Pockets are that bad. Lots of drugs, sex workers at night, and it’s easily the loudest neighborhood. Probably the most culturally rich part of town, Grand Ave is what I imagine Wooster St was 70 years ago. Fair Haven Health is expanding their footprint, and that will probably cue some gentrification in coming years. edit: No one receives a package in Fair Haven

Its really not that bad. There are some low income neighborhoods throughout the city, including fair haven, but most people just mind their business + are generally friendly. Obviously, there are occasional outliers but you should be fine.

Its really not that bad. There are some low income neighborhoods throughout the city, including fair haven, but most people just mind their business + are generally friendly. Obviously, there are occasional outliers but you should be fine.

The place is right on Front street, there's working-class homes around there but I didn't get the "dangerous ghetto" vibe that Reddit is talking about.

The area near the waterfront (where the fancy restaurants are) is quite nice, with a mix of homeowners and renters. If you go a couple blocks in from that it's considered to be a very low-income area on average, though there are some very stable, safe areas in pockets.

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Ah the outrage of the parking space nothing more smooth brained. Are you angry do you wish people followed the rules like you do? Shake your digital fist in the air and feel superior...ahhhh

I recommend making a post on nextdoor. People are always giving away stuff

Branford has a train service that brings you very close to Yale. There is also a bus line, but most of Branford is too far from it to work. There is also not a ton of rental units compared to New Haven. Branford is an older middle-class town where a lot of older people still own their homes. If you want an apartment near train and bus, you’re gonna need something near Branford center, and those prices are going to rival New Haven.

Connecticut is generally a difficult state to move to

Exactly! Same here, this is insane

check out Savers! it’s got the cheapest furniture imo. also the Goodwill Outlet on State St! I’ve gotten bookshelves for $1 at the latter and large mirrors + rocking chairs for under $10, and last time I was there, every single sofa was under $100. good luck, OP!

That I won’t be able to afford :( I really want to live downtown new haven but I make Bridgeport money lol

Also no

Ok thank you, I understand!

I'll sell my couch for $250 but don't think I can go lower. It's practically brand new and was serviced with brand new foam and all that jazz.

Gonna need a roommate for that to work around here, unless you commute.

East Rock Associates has boarding houses all over New Haven. For 600-700 a month you get an apartment with a few roommates, everything included. The property manager Dave is a great guy, the only landlord I've ever had who I can say goes above and beyond. Some rooms are in worse neighborhoods, so if you talk to them, specify the area you're trying to be in (I rent from them in East Rock and it's a great neighborhood). If you want the property managers info feel free to message me.

West haven and Derby are cheap towns to rent in

Let me be the first

Hi, thank you so much! I was thinking $100 but I know that’s really not much.