Brooklyn
Neighborhood in Connecticut
Windham County 06234, 06259
Homes on large lots in Brooklyn
The area is dominated by farmland and open space. Winding roadways lead past homes on large lots, most with long driveways. Gruslin says the most common style is Colonial Revival. Other housing styles are saltbox, split-level and minimal traditional, which range from $310,000 to $560,000. A few townhouses and condos in East Brooklyn and near Route 6 range from $200,000 to $375,000. The CAP Index crime score is a 3 out of 10, lower than the national average of 4.Fishing, swimming and hiking in state parks
Brooklyn is surrounded by state parks and bordered by the Quinebaug River. Across the river in Danielson is Quinebaug Lake State Park an 88-acre lake used for fishing and non-motorized boating. During the warmer months, the lake can become crowded with swimmers. The Mashamoquet Brook State Park, 6 miles away, is over 1,000 acres and has 6.5 miles of trails, including a mile-long equestrian trail. The park also offers fishing, hiking and boating.Students attend local and regional schools
Children can attend Brooklyn Schools, which gets a B-minus from Niche. Brooklyn Elementary School and Brooklyn Middle School each earn a B-minus. Students have school choice for high school and most attend Killingly High, which also receives a B-minus, and offers a regional agricultural education program. Through this program, students gain experience and college credits from the University of Connecticut.August brings the Brooklyn State Fair
The most significant event in the area is the Brooklyn State Fair in August along Fairgrounds Road. Established in 1806, the fair has classic fair food and carnival rides. Livestock brought in for awards may be petted and admired in the barn areas, while live music plays in the background. The fair is rich with competition and entertainment, with everything from pie-eating contests to competitive woodcarving.Commuters use U.S. Highway 6
U.S. Route 6 bisects the area, allowing commuters to head west to Hartford or east to Rhode Island, 20 miles away. Both locations can be reached in under an hour. Brooklyn has minimal public transportation, with only three bus stops on the University of Connecticut 993 Green Line. From Monday to Friday, the bus takes residents into Willimantic,16 miles away, and Danielson, 5 miles away. Those using the bus may park their cars in the Brooklyn Park & Ride along Route 6. Day Kimball Healthcare is 10 miles north along state Route 169, and the Bradley International Airport is 55 miles west. Houses of worship such as Open Bible Baptist Church, Our Lady of La Salette Church and Federated Church of Christ are along Route 6.Shopping and dining along Route 6 and in Putnam
Brooklyn Country View Restaurant serves American fare for breakfast and lunch. The restaurant has an upstairs antique shop and a self-serve driving range nearby. Along Route 6, Hank’s Restaurant and Bar offers American comfort food in a rustic atmosphere. Further down the road, Sweet Peas Fine Foods & Farm Market offers sweet treats, fresh produce and a seasonal menu. Other restaurants and retailers line the highway, including a Walmart Supercenter, discount stores and several pizza places. For more shopping and dining, Danielson has a Big Y World Class Market for groceries, 4 miles away, and a collection of shops and eateries along Main Street. Putnam, 14 miles away, has several malls and restaurants in its downtown. “People drive to Putnam for shopping and dining,” says Gruslin. “Everybody does that, and that’s not too far at all.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Melissa DiPiazza
Melissa DiPiazza
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX One
(914) 483-3631
156 Total Sales
1 in Brooklyn
$375,000 Price
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Deb Schusterman
Deb Schusterman
Brizo Real Estate Services
(401) 681-3264
46 Total Sales
1 in Brooklyn
$469,900 Price
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Holly Regoli
Holly Regoli
Responds QuicklyHomeSmart Professionals Real Estate
(401) 340-2289
50 Total Sales
1 in Brooklyn
$505,000 Price
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Gregory Hanner
Gregory Hanner
Responds QuicklyGarden Realty
(860) 809-5064
288 Total Sales
1 in Brooklyn
$280,000 Price
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Robbie Greene Santos
Robbie Greene Santos
Brunet and Company Real Estate
(401) 357-0339
36 Total Sales
1 in Brooklyn
$370,000 Price
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Dan Saffer
Dan Saffer
PVD Properties
(401) 593-2251
117 Total Sales
3 in Brooklyn
$160K - $310K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Quinebaug Lake State Park Scenic Reserve
Danielson Dog Park
Brooklyn Fair Playland
Prince Hill Park
Brooklyn Recreation Park
Donald Francis Recreation Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Brooklyn | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Brooklyn Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Brooklyn, CT sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Brooklyn, CT over the last 12 months is $400,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$415,000
Median Sale Price
$400,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$425,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$333,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
107
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$261
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,238
Number of Homes for Sale
18
Median Year Built
1980
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,671
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,457
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,286
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,110
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
40,510
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 1512 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,701
Median Age
44
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$80,884
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$96,864
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.6%
College Graduates
19.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
41''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
3
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Danielson
Family-friendly borough with lively Main Street in Connecticut’s Quiet Corner
Pomfret
Antique homes and barns along one of New England's most scenic highways
Hampton
Country living in farming community 37 miles from Providence
Killingly
Helpful neighbors and farms fill this rural Connecticut town
Putnam
Small northeastern Connecticut town with a lively community
Sterling
Traditional home styles along the Connecticut-Rhode Island border
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