Blue Hills
Neighborhood Reviews
Early 20th century and mid-century houses
"Home prices in Blue Hills have changed in line with the typical growth rate in America," Cousins says. "But some properties have doubled in price in the last few years. There might be a few buyers who can't get into the market because of the higher prices, but the owners there have seen their net worths increase. It has helped the immigrant population build generational wealth." Homebuyers can purchase a 1950s ranch-style house for between $160,000 and $220,000. Assessors value 1920s Colonial Revival-style houses at between $250,000 and $300,000. The neighborhood's 1920s four-square homes sell for between $200,000 and $280,000. Farmhouse-style houses and saltboxes built in the 1910s are valued between $210,000 and $270,000. There are also several 1930s brick homes with Tudor features that sell for around $290,000.
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Public schools within walking distance
Local children can walk to the Sarah J. Rawson Elementary School, which has an 11-to-1 student-teacher ratio and a C-minus Niche rating. Thirman L. Milner Middle School has a 12-to-1 student-teacher ratio and a C-minus Niche rating. Teens often move on to Weaver High School, which serves roughly 625 students and has a C Niche rating. The Weaver Journalism & Media Communications Pathway trains students for jobs in media fields, including radio, television, print and online journalism and more. Some children attend kindergarten through eighth grade at Thelma Ellis Dickerson's Jumoke Academy, a tuition-free charter school.
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Authentic Caribbean cuisine and more
There are multiple restaurants along Albany Avenue. Benjie's Jamaican Restaurant serves authentic Caribbean dishes like curried goat, jerk chicken and brown stew chicken. Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant serves dishes like escovitch fish, jerk pork and curried shrimp. "Golden Krust is very popular among locals," Cousins says. For a meal on the go, there is a McDonald's. Residents can walk to options on Blue Hills Avenue like Mr. Pizza House or Island Vibes, which also serves Caribbean cuisine. Also on Blue Hills Avenue, locals check items off their grocery lists at Carla's Supermarket. Nearby, Do It All Clothing specializes in casual wear. Residents drive about 5 miles southwest to Bishop's Corner to shop at retailers like Marshalls and Target and to pick up prescriptions at Walgreens.
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Greenspaces within walking distance
Parents walk their children to Joseph V. Cronin Park, which has a playground, a splash zone, a football field, a soccer field and two basketball courts. Directly to Blue Hills' east, the 693-acre Keney Park has miles of paved walking paths shaded by old oaks. The park also has an 18-hole golf course and a cricket field.
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Mark Twain's house, a children's museum and performance venues
Residents gather annually at Hartford's riverfront for The Taste of the Caribbean & Jerk Festival. The event encourages visitors to celebrate and learn about the cultures of the English, French, Spanish and Indo-Caribbean islands while consuming their dishes and listening to various musical genres, including reggae, soca, salsa, calypso, jazz and much more. People travel 3 ½ miles south to the Mark Twain House & Museum to see the American High Gothic style home where Samuel Langhorne Clemens composed classic works like the Adventures of Huckleberry Finn and A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court. Children take educational workshops at The Children's Museum, about 5 miles southwest. The University of Hartford's performing arts conservatory, the Hartt School, stages plays at the campus’ Lincoln Theater. Local thespians also perform shows at the venue. Blue Hills is a short trip from the Xfinity Theatre, a 30,000-person-capacity venue that hosts musicians like 21 Savage, Hank Williams Jr. and Janet Jackson. Residents catch new film releases at Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas. The Caribbean American Society of Hartford promotes and organizes cultural events and receptions throughout the year.
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Getting around Blue Hills and Hartford
CT Transit operates bus stops throughout the community, including on Cornwall Street, Blue Hills Avenue and Tower Avenue. Residents drive 6 ½ miles south via Interstate 91 to Hartford's downtown. Folks drive 13 miles north to reach Bradley International Airport via Interstate 91. Most Blue Hills streets are lined with sidewalks. Mount Sinai Rehabilitation Hospital and Burgdorf Health Center are both within the neighborhood.
Written By
William Palicia
Photography Contributed By
Carlos Medina-Santiago
Video By
Mark Tilley
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ron Stewart
Ron Stewart
Houlihan Lawrence WD
(475) 234-0121
65 Total Sales
1 in Blue Hills
$200,000 Price
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Michael Kusy
Michael Kusy
Evermark Property Group
(860) 792-4113
140 Total Sales
1 in Blue Hills
$155,000 Price
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Jason Kemp
Jason Kemp
Five Stars Realty
(860) 370-3052
87 Total Sales
2 in Blue Hills
$298K - $450K Price Range
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Amy Rio
Amy Rio
Executive Real Estate Inc.
(860) 321-8567
1,241 Total Sales
4 in Blue Hills
$171K - $280K Price Range
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Rob Rosa
Rob Rosa
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
(860) 560-1786
308 Total Sales
5 in Blue Hills
$200K - $760K Price Range
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Guillermo Araujo
Guillermo Araujo
Five Stars Realty
(860) 791-3396
192 Total Sales
1 in Blue Hills
$295,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Batterson Park
Penwood State Park
- Trails
- Hiking
Riverside Park
Keney Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Disc Golf
- Fishing
Bushnell Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Events
Pershing Park Playground
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Hubbard Street Tot Lot
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Aaron Fein Square
Joseph V Cronin Playground
- Basketball
- Football
- Soccer
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/25/2018
Niche Review
I love this quiet neighborhood nestled in the city life. Family friendly and despite the reputation of Hartford I feel safe in this side of town.
1/23/2015
Niche Review
I am basing my review on the Caribbean eateries in my area and the food and drink at these places are great. They offer many authentic foods and drinks from Caribbean countries and have a very nice atmosphere.
1/23/2015
Niche Review
Not a lot of places in this area are looking for new employees, and it is especially hard for people with no experience to find jobs.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Blue Hills | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Blue Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blue Hills, Hartford sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Blue Hills, Hartford over the last 12 months is $366,994, up 22% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$415,000
Median Sale Price
$366,994
Median Single Family Sale Price
$370,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$540,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$269,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
22%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$213
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,985
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1940
Months of Supply
1.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,441
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,883
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,645 - $2,300 per month
- Village at Park River
- 1-3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 952+ Sq Ft
- 99 Park River Dr
- Hartford, CT
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$1,500 per month
- Condo for Rent
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 2,000 Sq Ft
- 162 Blue Hills Ave
- Unit First Floor
- Hartford, CT
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
10,284
Median Age
30
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$56,165
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,378
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.2%
College Graduates
18.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.1%
% Population in Labor Force
56.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
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®
40
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
24
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47
/ 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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