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East Great Plains is a great combination of suburban whilst close to everything.
Recreation, subdivisions and shopping combine in this classic suburb
The East Great Plains neighborhood of Norwich occupies the city’s southwest corner. The suburban neighborhood grew out of the “nine miles square” land that would later become the City of Norwich purchased by European settlers from the Mohegan Tribe in 1659. The relationship of the city to the Mohegans is no more evident than in the Mohegan Sun Casino Resort blocks away from East Great Plains. “Whether residents work there or enjoy the restaurants and entertainment venues, the casino draws people to the neighborhood because it’s so close,” says BJ Lee, broker associate at William Raveis who grew up in Cherry Hill, a part of East Great Plains. “Cherry Hill and Weber Farm were the premier subdivisions in town to live in. Doctors used to live there because Backus Hospital is nearby.” East Great Plains also has a public golf course, an ice-skating rink and one of the main shopping corridors in Norwich. “Everything is within reach,” says Banglian Gao, broker-owner of United Realty Plus. She’s been doing business in Norwich for the past 20 years. “Subdivisions are small, so it’s easier to get to know your neighbors. The homes, too, are smaller and cost less.” Whether it’s for recreation, attractive subdivisions or easy access to shopping, homebuyers are drawn to this classic suburban neighborhood with open and flat terrain.
Suburban housing options to fit diverse lifestyles
Many of the homes in East Great Plains are midcentury ranch-style houses that sell for between $150,000 and $450,000, with picture windows and, in some cases, carports or attached garages. Raised-ranch styles are available, too, priced from $200,000 to $430,000. Cape Cods, some built after 2000 and part of 55-plus adult communities, run between $200,000 and $330,000. Larger colonial-style homes often feature two-car garages and twice the amount of living space. They can list for between $300,000 and $650,000. “The beautiful homes, large front lawns and tree-lined streets in Cherry Hill represent Norwich at its most successful,” Lee says. “The town has meadows and greens, and East Great Plains is a good example of them.” Because the neighborhood is so close to Mohegan Sun, buyers often purchase condos near the casino as a second home or to rent out to visitors. Condos can sell from $100,000 to $450,000.
Many of the homes in East Great Plains are midcentury ranch-style houses.
The Classic cape style homes can be spotted throughout East Great Plains.
East Great Plains consists in a variety of types of homes including condos.
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Three Rivers Middle College Magnet School is ranked number 8,629 in the National Rankings.
School magnet programs available to East Great Plains students
The schools that serve East Great Plains belong to the Norwich Public Schools District, which receives a C from Niche. Thomas W. Mahan Elementary, a PK-5 school with a B-minus rating, uses data to help diagnose gaps in learning and help students meet Common Core state standards. Teachers’ Memorial Global Studies Magnet Middle, a C-minus school, offers students an interdisciplinary, project-based approach to education with global studies as a theme. Norwich Technical High School, which earns a B, offers career preparation in health technology, carpentry, biotechnology and several other fields. Students also have the option of attending Three Rivers Middle College Magnet High, an A-rated school. The college magnet school is a dual enrollment high school for grades 11 and 12 on the campus of Three Rivers Community College, which offers over 30 degree and certificate programs.
Public transportation and highway access in East Great Plains
The city has committed to a complete streets policy, meaning moving forward, bicyclists and pedestrians, including those with disabilities, will have to be considered when updating roadways. Otherwise, East Great Plains is a car-dependent neighborhood. Southeast Area Transit buses stop in the neighborhood on their way to area shopping centers, the community college, the casino and downtown. The closest Amtrak station is in New London, 13 miles south, and the closest airports are Bradley International Airport in Hartford, 55 miles west, and Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport in Providence, 50 miles east. Route 2 runs along the top of the neighborhood connecting drivers to Hartford, 40 miles away, and Westerly, 20 miles away. Interstate 395 cuts through the neighborhood north-south and connects drivers to Boston, 105 miles away, and New York City, 135 miles away.
Southeast Area Transit buses stop in the East Great Plains on their way to casino and more.
Interstate 395 cuts through the neighborhood north-south and connects drivers to Boston.
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Golf, hockey and a world-class casino next door
The Norwich Golf Club is a public, 18-hole championship course that hosts tournaments throughout the season and offers a pro shop and bar and grill. Adjacent to the golf course, RoseGarden Ice Arena is a sports venue used for hockey, figure skating and instruction through the RoseGarden Ice Academy, a skating school. Less than a mile south of the neighborhood, Mohegan Sun offers over 300,000 square feet of slots and gaming tables, live concerts, entertainment and sporting events. People worldwide come to see today’s top musicians and sports teams, including the Connecticut Sun, the Mohegan Sun’s WNBA team and the first professional sports franchise to be owned by a Native American tribe. The casino also offers dozens of upscale shops and restaurants, including Michael Jordan’s Steakhouse, a prime spot for date night, with weekly specials, weekend brunches and happy hours.
Locals get some Tee Time at Norwich Golf course in East Great Plains.
East Great Plains parts with Norwich and the well known Mohegan Sun Casino.
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Shopping and dining in East Great Plains
Salem Turnpike, which turns into West Main Street heading toward downtown, is the main commercial area in East Great Plains. Here, shoppers will find mall after mall with grocery stores, national retailers, chain restaurants and local shops. A Walmart and Big Y World Class Market are on the bus line off Salem Turnpike. Marcus Plaza Shopping Mall has a ShopRite. Off West Thames Street, Joy’s Restaurant is a diner that serves American and Mexican breakfasts and lunches. Millie’s Ice Cream Stand on the New London Turnpike features cups, cones, sundaes and shakes. Behind Millie’s, Malerba’s Golf Driving Range has both natural grass and artificial turf ranges. Malerba’s Farm a few doors down is a garden center where residents can buy fresh produce, hanging baskets, vegetable plants and flowers.
Marcus Plaza Shopping Mall has a ShopRite in East Great Plains.
Walmart makes the center of shopping in East Great Plains.
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Norwich Farmers Market is another source of fresh produce for East Great Plains residents.
Wednesday farmers market on the Norwich waterfront
The Downtown Norwich Farmers Market takes place on Wednesdays from July to October at Howard T. Brown Memorial Park, where the Shetucket, Yantic and Thames rivers converge. A local spot for fresh fruits and vegetables, art pieces, baked goods and food trucks, the market is a good place to enjoy some fresh air, shop and have lunch.
Mohegan Sun is the main attraction near East Great Plains.
Neighborhood crime score and flood risk
CAP Index gives East Great Plains a crime score of 5 out of 10, which is on par with the national average of 4. Homes in East Great Plains are more susceptible to flooding the closer they are to brooks and ponds, such as Trading Cove Brook south of the golf course and Gardner and Ford Brooks, which snake their way northward. In January 2024 after heavy rain, a partial break in the Fitchville Pond Dam caused the Yantic River to overflow. Flooding led to the evacuation of homes and businesses in the northern part of the neighborhood near Route 2, which is close to the Yantic River.
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Transit
Airport
Bradley International
81 min drive
Bus
Thames St & Lucas St
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Three Rivers Community College
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Wal-Mart
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Thames St & Jefferson Ave
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Salem Tpk & Briar Ln
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Granite City Electric Supply (Eastbound)
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Stanley Pl & Clifton Pl
East Great Plains Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Great Plains, Norwich sell after 79 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Great Plains, Norwich over the last 12 months is $327,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome home! Cape Cop Style 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths offering a front porch, hardwood on first floor, open kitchen and dining area, home office on the main floor, partially finished area in the lower level for entertainment, level lot with plenty of parking in front of the house. Convenient location to major routes, Casinos, shopping, Golf course, sub-base, and more! Schedule your showing
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ReNew Norwich features 1, 2, and 3-bed apartments in the heart of Norwich. Our community includes amenities such as a state-of-the-art fitness center, Bark Park, controlled access entry, and 24-hour emergency maintenance. Each apartment boasts modern renovated interiors with stainless steel appliances, vaulted ceilings, walk-in closets, and in-unit washer/dryer hookups in select homes. Location
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,076
Median Age
43
Population under 18
21.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$67,140
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,325
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.5%
College Graduates
21.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.3%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
19/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
22/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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