Glastonbury Center
Suburban Neighborhood in Glastonbury, Connecticut
Hartford County 06033
Original Colonials and acreage
Growing in acreage and size as the neighborhood moves south, homes of Glastonbury Center range significantly in price. Buyers can find condos and townhomes that take inspiration from many architectural styles, from $230,000 to the high $400,000s. Original Colonial homes as old as the 1600s are sprinkled on the main streets of Glastonbury Center, with a few converted into museums, bed and breakfasts or inns. Colonial Revivals on hilly, green lawns surrounded by oaks and maples are a standard sight in town. Those, and the largest new traditional homes in the area, sell between $575,000 and $1 million. While sidewalks aren't everywhere, joggers, dog walkers and kids riding their bikes take to the quiet streets ending in cul-de-sacs. Many Cape Cods and sprawling ramblers start at around $300,000 and reach the neighborhood's median price of $520,000. Lepore says the housing market in the suburban towns of Connecticut is strong. "Inventory is low, prices are high, and homes in the neighborhood sell after only a few weeks on the market."
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Practicing a sport at Riverfront Park
Neighbors are regularly out and about at nearby Riverfront Park, utilizing the ample greenspaces and fields the park offers. In addition to lush green soccer and lacrosse fields, a tennis court, playground and walking trails bring in locals looking for exercise. Right along the Connecticut River, the boat launch gives easy access for those looking to jet out on a kayak or canoe. Connected to the park through the densely wooded trails is the Glastonbury Dog Park. The extended, narrow, fenced-in area is a busy spot for playing fetch and letting canine friends expel some energy. Earle Park is on the southern end of the neighborhood. The park has no athletic fields or play equipment but offers plenty of exercise and adventure with its heavily wooded walking trails that lead to wood bridges, streams and scenic river lookouts.
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The best school district in Hartford County
Multiple elementary schools serve the youngest children of Glastonbury Center, but many can expect to attend Nayaug Elementary. Rated an A by Niche, the school is part of the best school district in the Hartford Area and the seventh-best district in the state, Glastonbury Public Schools. Students then attend Smith Middle School, which is also rated an A. With over 30 after-school clubs and sports to choose from, the school encourages its students to make connections over shared hobbies in their free time. Glastonbury High School rounds out the bunch with a grade of A-plus and is among Hartford County's top three public high schools. The high school also has a competitive athletics program, and many teams have won the state championship title for their division in recent years. Glastonbury Public Schools is the single best school district for athletes in Connecticut.
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Festivals for over 60 years
Glastonbury Center has a proud community that hosts cultural events like Glastonbury Arts' On the Green Fine Art and Craft Show. Handmade crafts and fine art pieces from local artists fill the booths and tents of the event at this longstanding art show; it's been a favorite community event since 1962. Glastonbury Apple Harvest & Music Festival, called Apple Fest by locals, is on many residents' calendars. Held in Riverfront Park, the annual festival begins in October, and the three-day extravaganza features local music acts, carnival rides and food – especially apple-flavored treats.
A short drive from Hartford
Bordered by Route 2, Glastonbury Center has many on-ramps and access points to the main road that provide a quick commute to Hartford, 8 miles northwest. Limited bus stops are around the shopping and dining hub of the neighborhood, but none are in the residential subdivisions or along side streets. Many residents depend on their cars for running errands and getting to work. Fortunately, most of the area's homes have two- or even three-car attached garages to keep the cars off the streets and out of blizzards in the snowy winters. Bradley International Airport is 20 miles north, and a few hospitals are a short highway drive away in Hartford.The freshest locally-sourced ingredients
The intersection of Main Street and Hebron Avenue has seen quite the facelift in recent years in terms of shopping and dining options. It's grown into a shopping hub that takes after other main streets in quintessential Connecticut towns. Less than a mile from the Connecticut River, small plazas host highly-rated restaurants, including Bricco Trattoria. According to Lapore, "The new location opened after the main restaurant started in West Hartford. Chef Billy Grant decided to create a location east of the river." Fast food restaurants and national chains are around, but Glastonbury Center residents enjoy eating local and often go to The Beamhouse for an upscale bite. Focused on craft and creating a flavorful rotating menu, “The team [at The Beamhouse] is very talented and hardworking,” says owner John Lynch. “We pride ourselves on using the freshest ingredients and work with many great local farms.” The Beamhouse is in the historic location of an old tannery from the 1800s and takes its name from the section of a tannery where hides are prepared for the tanning process. In Putnam Bridge Plaza, big box stores and grocers provide locals everyday shopping.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Mary Ann Parker
Mary Ann Parker
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
(860) 791-4504
158 Total Sales
1 in Glastonbury Center
$290,000 Price
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Peter Raider
Peter Raider
Real Broker NY LLC
(914) 281-2447
87 Total Sales
1 in Glastonbury Center
$575,000 Price
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Wayne Stapleton
Wayne Stapleton
eXp Realty
(860) 560-1897
68 Total Sales
1 in Glastonbury Center
$262,500 Price
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Jim Treanor Jr
Jim Treanor Jr
ERA Treanor Real Estate
(475) 244-9541
261 Total Sales
2 in Glastonbury Center
$235K - $258K Price Range
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Cheryl Zalewski
Cheryl Zalewski
eXp Realty
(860) 783-7745
120 Total Sales
1 in Glastonbury Center
$262,500 Price
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Alyssa McMahon
Alyssa McMahon
Real Broker CT, LLC
(860) 544-2390
48 Total Sales
1 in Glastonbury Center
$260,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Hubbard Green
Riverfront Park
Center Green
Earle Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Woodbridge Park
Rotary Field
- Baseball/Softball
- Soccer
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Glastonbury Center | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Glastonbury Center Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Glastonbury Center, Glastonbury sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Glastonbury Center, Glastonbury over the last 12 months is $487,450, up 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$439,900
Median Sale Price
$487,450
Median Single Family Sale Price
$557,085
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$385,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$275,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
82
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
20%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$301
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,018
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1967
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,065
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,899
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,207
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
812
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
25,264
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$3,595 - $3,695 per month
- Townhomes at Colonial Village
- 2 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,400 Sq Ft
- 103 House St
- Glastonbury, CT
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$1,895 - $2,595 per month
- Colonial Village Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 750+ Sq Ft
- 53 Salmon Brook Dr
- Glastonbury, CT
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,582
Median Age
47
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$127,419
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$151,114
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.8%
College Graduates
65.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
36.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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