East Side
Suburban Neighborhood in Manchester, Connecticut
Hartford County 06040
Housing options in the East Side
Within the East Side, buyers will find housing options from the late 1800s through the 1900s. American Foursquares, farmhouses and colonial revival-style residences are prevalent. Many homes feature large front porches and raised grassy lawns. Depending on the size and condition, listings range between $200,000 and $400,000.
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Hiking at Case Mountain and disc golf in Center Springs Park
East Side residents have several scenic parks within a short walk. Charter Oak Park’s playground is a favorite for children and families. Just north of the community is Center Springs Park, which offers miles of walking trails, a disc golf course and spots for fishing. Wilson says the hiking trails at Case Mountain may afford views of local wildlife. The trails begin about 1 mile from the East Side — hikers can pass waterfalls and wind their way to the summit or around Case Pond. In addition to outdoor recreational opportunities, local kids can enjoy the Lutz Children’s Museum and CAST Children's Theater, which are both around 1 mile from neighborhood homes. Kids can perform in CAST Theater plays, participate in their summer programs or enjoy watching other young people perform.
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Dual-enrollment courses through UCONN at Manchester High School
Students in the East Side are part of Manchester Public Schools, which has a B rating on Niche. The area's youngest learners start their journey at Highland Park Elementary School, which has a C-plus rating and a student-teacher ratio of 11-to-1. Illing Middle School also earns a C-plus; it offers a variety of extracurricular activities, including boys' and girls’ basketball, chamber orchestra and drama. Students finish their secondary academic journey at Manchester High School, which has a B rating. Manchester learners can take dual-enrollment courses through local colleges such as the University of Connecticut (UCONN) and Manchester Community College. Parents can also find several private schools nearby, including The Cornerstone Christian School, which is about 1 mile north of the East Side.
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Manchester Road Race brings the town together
The town of Manchester has several annual events that bring the community together. “There is a road race on Turkey Day — it’s the best day of the year,” says Daniel Wilson, owner and broker of the Wilson Company of CT, who has worked in the Manchester community for more than 40 years. “It brings about 10,000 to 15,000 people to town, and there are bands and food. It’s a lot of fun because people who used to live here come back as well.” In May, locals celebrate the return of warm weather with the Spring Butterfly Stroll. There is also a yearly Holiday on Main festival in late November.East Side travel and employment opportunities
Interstate 384 passes the community, allowing for a smooth commute for those who need to get to work in downtown Hartford, less than 10 miles away. Locals can also take CTtransit buses, which make stops along Main Street, to get around the Hartford metropolitan area. Within the town of Manchester, there are several manufacturing jobs. “Some people who used to commute to Hartford or other cities began working from home during Covid and found out that they prefer it,” Wilson says. The Manchester Memorial Hospital, about 1 mile north of the neighborhood, provides close emergency care and is another major employer. The closest major airport is Bradley International Airport, around 20 miles from Manchester’s East Side.
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Lots of coffee shops on Main Street as well as Mulberry Pizza
Along Main Street, residents can find several coffee shops and small businesses. They can stop by The Firestone to paint pottery or grab a cold-brew coffee. “Mulberry Pizza has a good bar and sit-down area with thin-crust pizzas and several great salads,” Wilson says. Just a few blocks from the East Side is Café Aura, offering Italian-style menu options such as pappardelle porcini and grilled octopus. Market on Main carries a little of everything, including produce, wrapping paper and dog food, and locally owned Highland Park Market is less than 1 mile east. Wilson says that the Buckland Hills area, about 4 miles from the neighborhood, is a popular spot for finding all other needs. There’s a Whole Foods, Best Buy and an indoor shopping mall.
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Things to consider
As with any community, there are potential concerns. Locals may hear highway noise from the interstate, especially during rush hour. In the town of Manchester, there was a Superfund site for the Klock Machine Company, around 4 miles from East Side, but the state of Connecticut has taken over the responsibility of monitoring and cleaning up the site. In addition, some properties within the community are at a higher risk of flooding, which may require additional flood insurance.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Hiram Colon
Hiram Colon
Responds QuicklyReal Broker CT, LLC
(860) 968-2824
62 Total Sales
2 in East Side
$240K - $305K Price Range
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Mirtha Garcia
Mirtha Garcia
Responds QuicklyEagle Eye Realty PLLC
(860) 791-4764
80 Total Sales
1 in East Side
$300,000 Price
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Alex Rodrigues
Alex Rodrigues
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX RISE
(203) 344-7446
87 Total Sales
1 in East Side
$266,500 Price
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Amy Rio
Amy Rio
Executive Real Estate Inc.
(860) 321-8567
1,263 Total Sales
4 in East Side
$113K - $345K Price Range
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Guillermo Araujo
Guillermo Araujo
Five Stars Realty
(860) 791-3396
196 Total Sales
1 in East Side
$125,000 Price
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Jeffrey Rothman
Jeffrey Rothman
eXp Realty
(959) 777-4659
157 Total Sales
3 in East Side
$310K - $322K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 5th to 6th
- Public
- Pre-K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Charter Oak Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Porter Reservoir
- Trails
- Parking Lot
- Hiking
Center Springs Park
Northwest Park
Center Memorial Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | East Side | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
East Side Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Side, Manchester sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in East Side, Manchester over the last 12 months is $295,000, up 20% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$299,900
Median Sale Price
$295,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$315,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
20%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$234
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
539
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1925
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,366
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,351
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,042
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
735
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,712
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,479
Median Age
35
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,733
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$68,448
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.3%
College Graduates
24.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.1%
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®
49
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
73
/ 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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