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An urban enclave with naval bases and highways close at hand
Separated from downtown by Interstate 95 and only blocks from the United State Coast Guard Academy, East New London is an urban enclave convenient for military workers or anyone looking for lower-cost housing near downtown New London. “The Coast Guard Academy is right there,” says Mary Poola, a real estate broker with William Raveis, who has sold homes in the area for over 40 years. “The neighborhood is driven by value. Homes are affordable, and investors often buy in the area because multi-unit properties are available, too. The neighborhood has its restaurants and businesses, or you can bike or take the bus downtown.” The Naval Submarine Base New London is nearby, too. General Dynamics Electric Boat, one of the largest employers in town and maker of state-of-the-art submarines, is only 3 miles across the river and south. “It all adds up to value,” Poola says. “In East New London, you get affordability, quality of life, and convenience, which is a wise investment choice.”
Admire East New London’s scenic beauty from an elevated vantage point.
Explore naval history at the U.S. Navy Submarine Force Museum located in East New London.
Catch a glimpse of a submarine being towed on the Thames River in East New London.
Visit the large letter New London sign and capture your moment in East New London.
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Historic homes and newer townhouses for under $300,000
Many homes in East New London were built in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Most feature wooden clapboard construction with front porches and narrow lots. The landscape here is urban, so front yards are small and streets are lined with sidewalks. Single-family homes are often two- and three-bedroom houses that have been cared for by homeowners for many years. “The homes in East New London are older with a lot of quirky charm,” Poola says. “They’re eclectic and often referred to as colonial or two-story.” Newer luxury townhouses have also been built along Crystal Avenue near McKinley Park. They feature hardwood floors, rooftop decks and large garages with extra storage. Multi-family homes converted from older colonials also come on the market and attract investors. Whether built in 1910 or 2010, East New London properties list for between $200,000 and $300,000.
Explore charming Italianate home styles throughout East New London, CT.
Discover diverse Colonial Style homes in the historic East New London neighborhood.
Find your dream luxury townhouse in the heart of East New London, CT.
Explore the range of Colonial Style homes with hill views in East New London.
Discover a selection of charming Colonial Style homes in East New London, CT.
Explore a variety of single family Colonial homes in the heart of East New London, CT.
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Nearby public transportation and other East New London resources
Local parks, shopping centers and the elementary school are all within walking distance. The U.S. Coast Guard Academy is only blocks away, which is convenient for employees who live in the neighborhood. Downtown shops, restaurants and the local Amtrak station are less than a mile away. “You don’t need a car,” Poola says. “You can walk to the local pizza place, hop a bus downtown or train to Boston or New York. The neighborhood is so central.”
Southeast Area Transit District (or SEAT) buses run along Williams Street and Crystal Avenue. The New London Amtrak Station in the heart of downtown connects passengers with Providence, 55 miles north; Boston, over 100 miles north; and New York, 125 miles south. Interstate 95, which runs along the neighborhood’s edge, also intersects these cities. Route 32 runs north to Norwich, about 15 miles, connecting to I-395, an alternative route to Boston. Several ferries also leave from downtown carrying passengers and their vehicles to islands within Long Island Sound.
The closest church to the neighborhood is the International Family Worship Center on Huntington Street. Connecticut College is about a half-mile north. It was ranked among the top five colleges in the state and received a B-plus from Niche. Mitchell College, three miles south, scored an overall C-minus from Niche. The Lawrence and Memorial Hospital on Montauk Avenue is the closest medical center, only 2.5 miles south.
In East New London, SEAT buses provide essential city transportation.
Amtrak in East New London provides smooth connections to cities further afield.
Travel from New London to Long Island with the Cross Sound Ferry in East New London.
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Eateries, shops and historical sites in East New London
Businesses in East New London are located along Williams Street, like Mr. G’s, a pizzeria and sports bar that has been family-owned and operated since 1966. Lee’s Oriental Market is a small, specialty grocer that occupies the ground floor of one of the many colonial-style homes built in the late-1800s that line Williams Street.
DJ’s Campus Kitchen, a local diner open for breakfast and lunch, and Rico Chow, a Hispanic-Asian fusion restaurant, are both part of the Hodges Square Shopping Center, which was added to the Connecticut Register of Historic Places in 2017. The shopping center also features Bike New London, a non-profit community bike store that offers tune-ups, restoration work and free bike repairs for kids, and Hodges Square Wine and Spirits. Listed on the National Historic Register, Old Town Mill is one of the oldest industrial sites in Connecticut. Located opposite Hodges Square Shopping Center on the south side of Interstate 95, the mill was originally built by John Winthrop Jr., founder of New London, in 1650. Burned down by Benedict Arnold during his raid on New London in 1781, the mill was rebuilt and is open year-round to visitors.
To the west of the neighborhood, New London Mall offers a ShopRite for groceries, a PetSmart and a HomeGoods.
Dine in and catch the game at Mr. G's Pizzeria and Sports Bar in East New London.
Find fresh produce and groceries at East New London's Fiddleheads Food Co-op.
Discover the historic water mill and charm of Old Town Mill Park in East New London, CT.
Visit Bike New London for your new bike or tire replacement in East New London.
Experience tasty dining and sports at Mr. G's Pizzeria and Sports Bar in East New London.
Savor a meal or sip a drink at Cross Sound Ferry Restaurant in East New London.
Find all you need at New London Mall, your one stop shop in East New London.
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Riverside Park and the Connecticut College Arboretum
Riverside Park is an 18-acre wooded green space bordering East New London and the Thames River. Near the entrance on Crystal Avenue and Adelaide Street, the Riverside Community Garden is maintained by F.R.E.S.H. New London, a community organization created by members of the Polish American Veterans Club nearby to provide fresh organic produce to residents. Several walking trails wind through the park, and a basketball court is at its center.
Riverside is also a popular spot to watch the annual Yale-Harvard Regatta, the annual rowing race between Harvard and Yale universities’ men's rowing teams. Originally rowed on Lake Winnipesaukee in New Hampshire, the race moved to the Thames in 1878.
Another large park to wander and explore is the Connecticut College Arboretum off Williams Street, only 1 mile north of the neighborhood. The arboretum’s 750 acres include a pond, natural areas, a native plant collection and walking trails.
Riverside Park is perfect for walks, bay views, dog strolls, and playground fun in New London.
Community members are busy cutting grass at Riverside Garden in East New London.
A submarine at the General Dynamics can be observed from the Thames River in East New London.
Connecticut College in East New London features a notable concrete sculpture.
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Connecticut’s all-magnet public school district
Schools that serve East New London are part of the New London School District, Connecticut’s first all-magnet school district, which receives a C from Niche. Winthrop STEM Elementary also earns a C and specializes in science, technology, engineering and mathematics for its magnet offering. At Bernie Dover Jackson Middle, a C-minus school, students can study world languages and debate as part of the international education magnet program or choose STEM. At New London High School, a C-plus school, students have access to three magnet pathways: STEM, international education, and visual and performing arts, which prepares them for careers in dance, theater and the media arts, such as graphic design and film production.
At Winthrop STEM Elementary Magnet School, New London, students receive an excellent education.
Students at Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School in New London receive top notch education.
New London High School has received an overall Niche score of C+.
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Festivals that celebrate New London’s maritime heritage
Sailfest takes place in July on the waterfront downtown and is the region’s top summertime event. It features amusement rides, live music on multiple stages, ships on parade, over 200 vendors that line the streets and the largest fireworks display in New England. In September, the Connecticut Maritime Heritage Festival celebrates the state’s rich maritime history with a weekend of events, including a Coast Guard helicopter search and rescue demonstration, a fishing clinic, rum tasting, live music and food trucks at Fort Trumbull State Park and New London Waterfront Park.
Enjoy Thames River views at Discovery Pier, with nearby restaurants and amenities, CT.
Downtown New London features vibrant, artful murals in East New London, CT.
The New London Soldiers and Sailors Monument is a must see in Downtown New London.
Explore Downtown New London and spot the unique Whale Tail water fountain.
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Locals use I-95, which connects people throughout East New London, CT.
Noise and flooding in East New London
With a four-highway interchange right next to East New London, traffic noise can affect daily life and may concern some homebuyers. Mild flooding along low-lying areas of Williams Street, from Bailey Court to State Pier Road and Cole Street, is another issue that can affect residents.
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Parks in this Area
Ocean Beach Park
Riverside Park
Fort Trumbull State Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trails
Soldiers-Sailors Monument
Old Town Mill Park
Discovery Pier
East New London Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East New London, New London sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East New London, New London over the last 12 months is $651,305, up 58% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This charming property is ideally located near Connecticut College, the U.S. Coast Guard Academy, and just down the road from Riverside Park. The unit features high ceilings and spacious 14 x 14 bedrooms. The eat-in kitchen boasts ample cabinet space, countertops, and a convenient dishwasher. Freshly painted with new flooring, cabinets, and windows throughout. Laundry facilities are available in
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
507
Median Age
35
Population under 18
26.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,500
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$53,434
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.5%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
8.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.9%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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