The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 06437 sells for about $625,000, or $284 per square foot.
Prices are up +13.6% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 68 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,717 a month.
ZIP 06437 — Guilford
The Guilford housing market shows strong demand with a median sale price of $625,000, reflecting a 13.6% year-over-year increase. While inventory remains tight, the market is moving at a steady pace, driven by the area's appeal to commuters and families. High rental demand and limited supply continue to support elevated pricing across the residential sector.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a historic, coastal lifestyle with convenient access to New Haven's employment and cultural hubs.
Median prices moved up 13.6% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 68 days on market with 0.0 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
0% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.9% · poverty 2.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 06437, New Haven County, CT
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Guilford public schools are generally well-regarded, serving the community through the Guilford Public Schools district.
The area is a coastal community with exposure to storm surge and wind risks typical of the Connecticut shoreline.
Development is characterized by a mix of historic preservation and residential expansion, with proximity to New Haven serving as a primary economic driver.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Connecticut) — Municipal Real Property Tax Assessment & Mill Rate Mechanics: Under C.G.S. § 12-62a, all taxable real property is assessed uniformly at a mandatory 70% assessment ratio of its fair market value (FMV). Real property tax is computed annually using the formula: Assessed Value = Fair Market Value × 0.
The area offers access to I-95, providing a commute of approximately 20 minutes to New Haven and roughly 1.5 hours to New York City.
The area features the historic Guilford Green, boutique shopping, local restaurants, and proximity to coastal parks and trails.
The rental market is characterized by high demand and limited inventory, with median rents reaching approximately $4,500 per month.
The local economy is supported by its proximity to the New Haven metropolitan area, with a mix of local retail, professional services, and coastal tourism.
The area is served by I-95, facilitating regional travel along the Connecticut shoreline.
Development is focused on maintaining the historic character of the town center while managing residential growth.
Parcels are subject to the Town of Guilford municipal tax and the Guilford Public Schools district.
Coastal properties in this ZIP may face higher insurance premiums due to flood and wind hazard exposure.
Data retrieved from census.gov ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
The historic center of town featuring boutique shopping and dining.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.