West Simsbury
Suburban Neighborhood in Simsbury, Connecticut
Hartford County 06070, 06092
Colonial-inspired homes on wooded lots
West Simsbury homebuyers can choose from a variety of architectural styles. Modest-sized ranches and split levels might be priced in the $300,000 range, while larger new builds can cost over $1 million. Although most homes were built within the last 60 years, they tend to favor classical styles, with the Colonial influence being particularly heavy. Properties are generous in size, with many featuring huge yards and wooded areas. “That area is more private, with larger homes on two-plus acres,” Brooke says. “Some people won’t live there because of the challenging commute, but it’s got great proximity to the farms and parks.” Families with young kids should note that while this is a predominantly residential area, the narrow streets and lack of sidewalks make it tough to navigate on foot.
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Stratton Brook and Simsbury Farms Recreation
Stratton Brook State Park, with its postcard-ready red covered bridge, is a popular hangout for locals. Visitors can take a dip in the swimming pond or cast a line for trout during the summer months. When the weather cools, vibrant autumn foliage erupts along the hiking and biking trails. Northwest along Old Farms Road, four-season fun is on tap at Simsbury Farms Recreation. The facilities include a pool, an 18-hole golf course, tennis courts, an outdoor skating rink and a 2.5-mile fitness trail.
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Grade-A Simsbury schools
Tootin’ Hills School, which West Simsbury students attend from kindergarten through sixth grade, features a train engine as its mascot. A peacock-blue wooden model train welcomes students to the grounds. Next come Henry James Memorial School and Simsbury High School. All these learning institutions maintain an A grade from Niche.
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September in Simsbury
When September rolls around, a couple of annual events draw visitors to Simsbury. Septemberfest takes place on the first non-holiday weekend and includes hot-air balloon rides, live music and fireworks. At the Simsbury Fly-In & Car Show, antique cars line Wolcott Road while small aircraft perform dizzying stunts in the skies overhead.
From home to Hartford
Most West Simsbury residents commute to Hartford, which is 13 miles southeast. The commute takes about 30 minutes. West Hartford is a bit closer, so commuters to that area will have a shorter drive, roughly 20 to 25 minutes. The local bus line, CTtransit, runs buses to Hartford, Bristol, Westfield, West Hartford and various Simsbury locations.The fare at Farms Village
Farms Village Road carves through the center of West Simsbury. This is where residents enjoy locally churned ice cream from Tulmeadow Farm Store and sushi from Oishi Japanese Cuisine. Creative breakfast and lunch concoctions are on the menu at Pop Over Eatery on Hopmeadow Street. South toward Route 202, Stop & Shop stocks groceries and other essentials. There are also plenty of chain stores and restaurants along this corridor.
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Frolic at Flamig Farm
With the word “EGGS” spelled backward in giant white letters against a fire-engine-red barn, Flamig Farm is a local landmark. This working farm rambles alongside West Mountain Road, offering pony rides, summer camp programs and a petting zoo. “Kids can feed the ducks and chickens,” Brooke says. It’s also a scenic destination for weddings and other celebrations.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Patricia Moreggi
Patricia Moreggi
Coldwell Banker Realty
(475) 267-0630
176 Total Sales
1 in West Simsbury
$739,000 Price
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Jennifer Roller
Jennifer Roller
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
(959) 335-0294
97 Total Sales
2 in West Simsbury
$410K - $565K Price Range
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Michael Sakey
Michael Sakey
Responds QuicklyReal Broker CT, LLC
(413) 798-8376
113 Total Sales
1 in West Simsbury
$555,000 Price
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Noora Brown
Noora Brown
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
(959) 245-5144
129 Total Sales
3 in West Simsbury
$440K - $1.1M Price Range
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Dawn Mikuláštík Gagliardi
Dawn Mikuláštík Gagliardi
Serhant Connecticut, LLC
(959) 777-4377
244 Total Sales
6 in West Simsbury
$100K - $998K Price Range
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Ostap Lisowitch
Ostap Lisowitch
Lisowitch Real Estate Group LLC
(866) 517-7837
27 Total Sales
1 in West Simsbury
$260,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Onion Mountain Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Sperry Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Simsbury Farms Recreation Complex
- Pool
- Tennis
- Parking Lot
Town Forest Park
- Trails
- Playground
- Parking Lot
Massacoe State Forest
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Trails
Stratton Brook State Park
Paw Meadow Dog Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Simsbury | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Simsbury Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Simsbury, Simsbury sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in West Simsbury, Simsbury over the last 12 months is $540,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$499,900
Median Sale Price
$540,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$549,450
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$345,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-8%
Last 12 months Home Sales
97
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$255
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,573
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
1967
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,384
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,766
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,199
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
950
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
40,946
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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,743
Median Age
45
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$159,195
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$179,778
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
70.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
33.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
34''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
21
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
18
/ 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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