North End
Affordable single and multi-family homes
"The North End has a lot of multi-family houses. I would say about 90% are multi-family, so the density is high, and that's one of the biggest downsides of living there," Cousins says. Ranch-style homes built in the 1940s and 50s sell for between $150,000 and $215,000. Assessors value the neighborhood's four-to-eight-bedroom multi-family houses at between $290,000 and $400,000. Most of the multi-family houses were built in the early 20th century. A redevelopment project is currently underway on Main Street. Channel 3 Eyewitness News reported in December 2023 that it is the largest redevelopment project in the North End of Hartford in over 25 years. The $36 million project will bring 160 new houses and is expected to be completed within the next two years. In 2021, the Brackett Knoll subdivision added 14 income-restricted, two-family dwellings.
/
Moderately rated public schools
Children often begin their educations at S.A.N.D. Elementary School, which has an 11-to-1 student-teacher ratio and a C-minus Niche rating. Milner Middle School is within walking distance of many residences. It has a 3/10 on GreatSchools. Teens often move on to Thomas Snell Weaver High School, which has a 13-to-1 student-teacher ratio and 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. The nearby Achievement First Hartford Academy, a charter school, has a B Niche rating and serves kindergarten through 12th-grade students.
/
Greenspaces within walking distance
The 693-acre Keney Park makes up much of the neighborhood's western portion. The park has miles of paved walking paths shaded by old oaks. The park also has an 18-hole golf course, a disc golf course and a cricket field. Residents can walk to the Parker Memorial Community Center, which includes basketball and volleyball courts, a pool, game rooms, a kitchen and exercise equipment. Directly to the neighborhood's northeast, Windsor Meadows State Park provides wooded space for locals to picnic, bike, hike and fish along the Connecticut River.
/
Local restaurants and mom-and-pop businesses
Many residents start their days with bacon and eggs at Sister's Breakfast & Lunch on Main Street. Dunn's River Jamaican Restaurant serves authentic Caribbean dishes like curry shrimp pasta and pepper steak. Chef Walt's on Garden Street is popular for its ground beef burgers and salmon stir fry. Tee's Boutique on Main Street sells casual women's clothing. People shop for items like cabinets and windows at STAR Hardware. Multiple car dealerships, such as Hartford Toyota and Liberty Honda, are to the neighborhood's east. Most businesses line Albany Avenue. These include ShanLoren Hair Braiding, Aquarius Music & Accessories and Brighter Day Grocery. Folks often walk to buy groceries at D&D Supermarket on Garden Street.
A local festival and professional entertainment
Locals come together annually at Hartford's riverfront for The Taste of the Caribbean & Jerk Festival. The festival encourages visitors to celebrate and learn about the cultures of the English, Spanish, French and Indo-Caribbean islands while consuming their cuisines and listening to their music. People watch minor league baseball games at Dunkin' Park, 1 ½ miles south. Children participate in educational workshops at The Children's Museum, about 5 miles west. The University of Hartford's performing arts conservatory, the Hartt School, holds plays at the campus' Lincoln Theater. North End 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 watch film releases at Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas on Center Point Way. People can travel 3 miles southwest to the Mark Twain House & Museum to see the American High Gothic-style home where Samuel Langhorne Clemens composed many of his classic novels. The Caribbean American Society of Hartford promotes and organizes cultural events and receptions throughout the year.
Getting around Hartford
The city operates bus stops throughout the neighborhood, including on Hampton Street, Barbour Street and Charlotte Street. People travel 2 miles south via Barbour Street and Main Street to Downtown Hartford. Bradley International Airport is 14 miles south via Interstate 91.Crime and improvements
According to the CAP Index, the North End has a 10/10 homicide rating. The ratings for robbery, sexual assault and assault with a weapon are 9/10. The North End's overall crime score is 7/10, compared to a 4/10 national average. In recent years, the city has placed more attention on the area. "The city has planted trees and repaved sidewalks and spent a lot of money beautifying along Albany, which has increased interest in the area," Cousins says. "They also built a library, tore down some non-livable buildings and put pressure on the landlords to beautify properties." He added that Dunkin' Park has brought more traffic and business to Albany Avenue.
Written By
William Palicia
Photography Contributed By
Carlos Medina-Santiago
Video By
Tyler Newbold
Was this overview helpful?
Agents Specializing in this Area
-
Anthony Velez
Anthony Velez
VC Property Group, LLC
(860) 809-4912
21 Total Sales
2 in North End
$210K - $305K Price Range
-
Amy Rio
Amy Rio
Executive Real Estate Inc.
(860) 321-8567
1,241 Total Sales
3 in North End
$125K - $400K Price Range
-
Rob Rosa
Rob Rosa
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
(860) 560-1786
308 Total Sales
2 in North End
$30K - $240K Price Range
-
Guillermo Araujo
Guillermo Araujo
Five Stars Realty
(860) 791-3396
192 Total Sales
6 in North End
$140K - $885K Price Range
-
Raymond Malcolm
Raymond Malcolm
Cornerstone Homes Plus, Inc.
(959) 666-9478
94 Total Sales
7 in North End
$107K - $397K Price Range
-
Michael Marsden
Michael Marsden
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(959) 500-5164
102 Total Sales
2 in North End
$165K - $235K Price Range
Schools
Source:
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- K to 12th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Parks in this Area
Batterson Park
Riverside Park
Keney Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Disc Golf
- Fishing
Elizabeth Park
Bushnell Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Events
Willie Ware Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Community Center
Aaron Fein Square
Bellvue Square Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Brackett Park & Parker Community Center
- Tennis
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North End | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 10 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 9 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North End Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North End, Hartford sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North End, Hartford over the last 12 months is $85,000, down 81% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$282,500
Median Sale Price
$85,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$275,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$79,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
20
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-81%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$167
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
893
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1943
Months of Supply
4.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,398
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,142
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
889
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
11,025
Median Age
33
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.2%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$27,283
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$43,426
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.1%
College Graduates
9.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.2%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
55
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
40
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
44
/ 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
Blue Hills North
Diverse neighborhood tucked in between Hartford, Bloomfield and Windsor
Wilson
Starter Capes and colonials next to walkable parks, restaurants and two highways
Blue Hills
Authentic Caribbean dining and culture near a private university
Clay Arsenal
Urban neighborhood with stores, restaurants and multi-family homes in its arsenal
Upper Albany
Spacious, historic homes between Keney Park and Downtown Hartford
Asylum Hill
Affordability and convenience in a diverse Hartford neighborhood close to downtown
Reviews
Are you familiar with the North End neighborhood? to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.
Was this page helpful?