A secluded and quiet section of Bristol, South Bristol has more space than the rest of the city, and access to natural areas like the Indian Rock Nature Preserve and Cedar Lake. Despite the almost rural feel of the southern end of the neighborhood, living here puts residents close to Waterbury, New Britain, Hartford, and right next to ESPN Headquarters in East Bristol.
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."
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.
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.
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.
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.
Michael Sakey
Real Broker CT, LLC
(413) 798-8376
110 Total Sales
1 in South Bristol
$156,000 Price
Noora Brown
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
(959) 245-5144
129 Total Sales
2 in South Bristol
$188K - $205K Price Range
Michelle Maldonado
RE/MAX RISE
(860) 590-3158
60 Total Sales
2 in South Bristol
$287K - $505K Price Range
Olivia Crable
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
(860) 590-6948
20 Total Sales
1 in South Bristol
$325,000 Price
Melissa Rose
RE/MAX River's Edge
(508) 622-7584
178 Total Sales
1 in South Bristol
$219,900 Price
Alex Rodrigues
RE/MAX RISE
(203) 344-7446
90 Total Sales
2 in South Bristol
$130K - $292K Price Range
On average, homes in South Bristol, Bristol sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in South Bristol, Bristol over the last 12 months is $337,500, up 16% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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