Erin Giguiere
Regall Realty, LLC
(860) 744-5569
41 Total Sales
2 in Hartland
$302K - $362K Price Range
Hartland
Located in Hartford County
Along the Massachusetts-Connecticut border sits the historic, rural community of Hartland in Granby. Surrounded by forests and wildlife reserves, nature lovers will feel right at home in Hartland, where they are promised plenty of space and privacy. Residents of this calm and quiet community enjoy access to a highly-rated school system, nearby vineyards and the stunning Barkhamstead Reservoir. New England charm can be felt throughout the residences in this area, with historic homes dating as far back as the 1810s. Colonial revivals comprise most of the neighborhood, with saltbox, ranch-style, Prairie-style and Craftsman-style homes also found in the area. Home prices in Hartland range from $215,000 to $500,000.
Children attend Hartland School, which serves pre-kindergarten to eighth grade and has an overall Niche grade of B-plus. Teenagers attend Granby Memorial High School with an A-minus overall Niche grade. Granby Memorial is known for its athletic teams, and you're likely to see signs stuck into front lawns around town with player names and numbers on them. The community comes out in droves to support the Bears on game night.
Along the neighborhood's west edge is the 8-mile-long Barkhamsted Reservoir, Connecticut's largest drinking water reservoir. Featured is the Saville Dam, one of the most photographed destinations in the area, with stone turrets rising from the reservoir that are reminiscent of a medieval castle. The area surrounding the dam serves as a popular place for running, with a wide shoulder and stone walkway. There's a 3.8-mile out-and-back route that starts at the dam and follows Seville Dam Road. Within Hartland is the gorgeous Tunxis State Forest, which spans approximately 9,152 acres. Large stretches of unbroken forest make up the area, where wildlife like moose and black bears live. Cross-country skiing, fishing, hunting, hiking and mountain biking are all popular outdoor activities that can be experienced in the state forest. The Falls Brook Trail winds through the forest and those who explore it will come across numerous waterfalls, cascades and pools along its shady path. Pockets of wildflowers along a brook reward those who trek the trail. Within Tunxis State Forest is the Tunxis Forest Ski Cabin, a historic ski lodge at the end of Balance Rock Road. The lodge was built in 1937 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Speaking of history, one of the most storied places in Hartland is the local eatery. The Coach Stop was first built in the 1700s, the very first house built on the town green. Throughout the years, it has functioned as a residence, a stagecoach stop and inn, a coffee shop, a pizza parlor, an antique shop and a preschool. Since 1963, it has primarily served as a restaurant, first as Coach & Flour, then as Cugino's and then as the restaurant that runs to this day: The Coach Stop. Residents can enjoy hearty entrees like Potato-Crusted Salmon, Beer-Battered Fish and Chips or Chicken Francese. Meanwhile, wine connoisseurs flock to Lost Acres Vineyard, which dates back to the 1700s. The vineyard offers date night specials that include a bottle of wine, a pizza, a salad and a dessert. Locals needing some pampering can also sign up for Friday Unwind with Wine, Yoga and Massage.
When residents need to stock up on groceries, they head to Geissler's Supermarket, about eight miles from the neighborhood. While many see living a bit off the beaten path as a positive, it does come with longer commutes, with Hartford being about 45 minutes away by car.
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Rebecca Frankel
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Erin Giguiere
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Wendy Eichman
Wendy Eichman
Raynard & Peirce Realty,LLC
(860) 499-4974
120 Total Sales
1 in Hartland
$280,000 Price
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Linda Ganem
Linda Ganem
Responds QuicklyBorla & Associates Real Estate
(860) 294-0210
71 Total Sales
2 in Hartland
$207K - $325K Price Range
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Jared Tedesco
Jared Tedesco
Responds QuicklyLitchfield County Real Estate
(860) 485-7338
94 Total Sales
1 in Hartland
$348,000 Price
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Carl Guild
Carl Guild
Responds QuicklyCarl Guild & Associates
(860) 936-9722
318 Total Sales
2 in Hartland
$203K - $225K Price Range
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Dara Dominique
Dara Dominique
Responds QuicklyFerrigno-Storrs, REALTORS LLC
(959) 210-1759
27 Total Sales
1 in Hartland
$390,000 Price
Schools
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Hartland Housing Trends
On average, homes in Hartland, CT sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Hartland, CT over the last 12 months is $365,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$399,900
Median Sale Price
$365,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$367,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$557,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$227
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Months of Supply
3.40
Homes for Sale
Distribution of Home Values
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
Hartland Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,951
Median Age
51
Population under 18
19.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$109,534
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$129,992
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.8%
Advanced Degrees
11.4%
% Population in Labor Force
71.4%
Above the national average
65.1%
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
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Source: Walk Score
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.
