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The Silk City’s East Side is surrounded by small businesses and parks
Once hailed as the Silk City for its large fabric manufacturing industry, today, Manchester’s compact downtown is packed with coffee shops and small businesses. In the East Side neighborhood, residents are steps away from these businesses, allowing them to enjoy a leisurely meal with friends or a walk to the park. With access to Interstate 384 and U.S. Route 44, the community is also appealing to commuters. Tall oak and maple trees shade the area’s sidewalks, and homes from the 1900s comprise the majority of the housing stock.
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.
Manchester cyclists appreciate that Charter Oak Park connects them with the East Coast Greenway.
Manchester fishermen like to visit the lake in Center Springs Park.
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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.
Silk City Coffee is the place to be in East Side for a savory cup of coffee.
A group of friends enjoy coffee at The Firestone in Manchester while playing a game.
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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.
Homes in. East Side are a mix of 1 and 2 family buildings.
Charming older homes are commonplace in 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.
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.
Manchester High School has wonderful curb appeal from all angles in the neighborhood
Arthur H. Illing Middle School students are 35% english proficient.
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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.
The major roads of East Side are all served by CT Transit busses.
East Side residents have easy access to I-384.
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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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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
East Side
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
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East Side Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Side, Manchester sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in East Side, Manchester over the last 12 months is $315,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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