South Bristol
Suburban Neighborhood in Bristol, Connecticut
Hartford County 06010
Wide ranging home styles
Homes in South Bristol start around $220,000 for three bedrooms and one bath on three-tenths of an acre. Houses typically top out around $500,000 for three bedrooms and three baths on more spacious lots. Homes around Cedar Lake can climb even higher and can sell between $700,000 and $900,000, normally offering around five bedrooms, five baths and over 1 acre of land, all on waterfront property. Prospective buyers are likely to find a house with more land than in much of the rest of Bristol and Plainville. Cedar Lake is a big draw in the south of the neighborhood, especially the dozens of lots along the water. The Cedar Lake Owners Association maintains the area, and members have access to the water, where they can fish, boat and swim. Many properties have small piers where residents can launch their boats. Like in much of the country, residences are going fast, but not many new homes are being built in South Bristol. "Inventory in Connecticut is low," says Pat Malek, a Realtor with First Choice Realty. "Houses are going $10,000 to $40,000 over list price."
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Scenic South Bristol parks and attractions
The Indian Rock Nature Preserve is home to 280 acres of forest and a facility that offers environmental education programs and volunteer opportunities. Compounce Mountain is another nearby natural attraction that offers challenging hiking trails for more rugged outdoorsmen and women. During the summer months, residents visit Lake Compounce to ride roller coasters and water slides.
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South Bristol schooling
South Bristol is served by Bristol Public Schools, which has an A-minus rating on Niche. Students in the area can attend South Side School for pre-K through fifth grade, which has a B-plus rating on Niche and high ratings for its academics and teachers. Next, many students attend Chippens Hill Middle School, which also earns a B-minus rating on Niche. Students often finish up at Bristol Central High School, which has a B-plus rating. Crowds of Bristol residents often come out on game nights to support the basketball, football and soccer teams.
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Convenient Connecticut travel
South Bristol offers homebuyers more land than in an area like downtown Bristol, and with it, peaceful moments to share with family, friends and neighbors. The rolling hills may make it feel like a rural small town, but centers of commerce and industry are close by. ESPN’s worldwide headquarters, featuring a massive campus of buildings, sits just over two miles southeast along Middle Street. The heart of Hartford is only around 18 miles to the northeast, well within commuting distance. Waterbury is also only between 10 and 15 miles away to the southwest, accessible by country roads and by nearby Interstate 84.South Bristol shops and eats
While many eateries can be found in and around Downtown Bristol, a beloved local institution is located just south along Wolcott Road: The Hangry Fork. This restaurant opened right before the pandemic hit, but survived thanks to the support of the community. The Hangry Fork serves American and Italian classics. Shopping can be done nearby at Dollar General and Aldi.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Joe Waters
Joe Waters
Responds QuicklyJW Realty Group LLC
(475) 263-4868
175 Total Sales
2 in South Bristol
$255K - $293K Price Range
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Alexander Galvez
Alexander Galvez
Century 21 Galvez
(855) 697-7271
79 Total Sales
1 in South Bristol
$299,000 Price
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Ilka Torres
Ilka Torres
Torbello Real Estate Advisors
(959) 245-2393
192 Total Sales
2 in South Bristol
$159K - $220K Price Range
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Tammy Lucier
Tammy Lucier
eXp Realty
(860) 850-2156
59 Total Sales
1 in South Bristol
$185,000 Price
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Kiki Sydnor
Kiki Sydnor
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX One
(959) 215-5358
110 Total Sales
1 in South Bristol
$340,000 Price
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Marta Lisowska Realtor KW
Marta Lisowska Realtor KW
KW Legacy Partners
(860) 773-4369
76 Total Sales
1 in South Bristol
$369,900 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Casey Field
Memorial Boulevard Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Tennis
- Trails
Muzzy Field Park
Rockwell Park
Brackett Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Indian Rock Nature Preserve
- Lake
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Bristol | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
South Bristol Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Bristol, Bristol sell after 66 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in South Bristol, Bristol over the last 12 months is $350,500, up 28% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$349,900
Median Sale Price
$350,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$350,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$419,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
124
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
28%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$231
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,725
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1967
Months of Supply
1.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,507
Significantly below the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,048
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,145
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,245
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 112 - 2pm
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Sunday, Jun 112 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
9,492
Median Age
40
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$85,201
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$96,570
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92%
College Graduates
28.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13%
% Population in Labor Force
74.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
2
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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