Rocky Hill Ferry Historic District
$622,063
Average Value
Historic homes and modern builds
Several homes in Rocky Hill Ferry Historic District date back to the 1700s, while others were built during the mid-19th century or the 1940s. Cape Cod and two-story Colonial Revival homes are common here, along with a few bungalows and saltbox builds, most of which have three bedrooms and span at least 1,500 square feet. Homes sit on spacious, tree-covered lots in front of acres of farmland, usually going for between $350,000 and $800,000 depending on upkeep. A few four-bedroom constructions built in the 1990s can be found behind long driveways that meander away from main roads and the other homes. These houses span over 4,000 square feet and sell for over $1 million.Boating and hiking along the river
Residents might decide they want to make the most of the Connecticut River and don’t want to wait for the Rocky Hill ferry. Fortunately, the Glastonbury Marina is just a mile to the south and offers over 150 boat slips. Birdwatchers and hikers enjoy exploring the trails of Great Meadows Riverfront Open Space, a nature reserve just three miles to the north. Other waterfront trails can be found at parks along the river like Keeny Point National Wildlife Refuge.Shopping and dining in South Glastonbury
Restaurants and grocery stores can be found in neighboring South Glastonbury and the South Glastonbury Historic District. Out-of-town visitors might be shocked by the hour-long waits at Sayulita Restaurant, but locals know the Mexican-inspired cuisine is like no other, with lobster enchiladas and scallop tostadas on the menu. For a taste of life on the farm, locals drink craft beers at Hops on the Hill Brewery, a renovated tobacco barn. During the summer, the bar brings out food trucks and live music, and patrons are welcome to bring their own chairs and blankets and picnic in the fields. For groceries, locals stop by Brookside Market, less than a mile away from most residences.
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A-rated schools STEAM-ing ahead
Students in the Rocky Hill Ferry Historic District can attend schools in the Glastonbury Public Schools District. Kids can start at Nayaug Elementary School before moving up to Smith Middle School. Both schools received A ratings from Niche. Students can finish up their secondary education at Glastonbury High School. Niche considers Glastonbury High to be the third best public high school in the Hartford area out of 56 total schools. In 2022, the school opened a Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Mathematics (STEAM) lab where students can conduct their own research and develop career-oriented skills using laboratory and manufacturing equipment and more.Take the ferry to Rocky Hill, drive everywhere else
The Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry has been in operation since the 17th century and today carries pedestrians, cyclists and cars and their drivers across the Connecticut River. Depending on where they’re going, drivers might find the 10-minute ferry ride is faster than driving north to cross the river at Connecticut Route 3 and back down to Rocky Hill: a 20-minute drive. Beyond that, residents will probably find driving cars is the best way to get around, especially on highways like Connecticut State Routes 17 and 160.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kristin DeMarco
Kristin DeMarco
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(860) 200-3399
105 Total Sales
1 in Rocky Hill Ferry Historic District
$325,000 Price
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Britt Miglietta
Britt Miglietta
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
(860) 288-5565
83 Total Sales
1 in Rocky Hill Ferry Historic District
$415,000 Price
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Michelle Collins
Michelle Collins
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
(860) 566-9712
220 Total Sales
2 in Rocky Hill Ferry Historic District
$700K - $1.4M Price Range
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Christopher Balfanz
Christopher Balfanz
Coldwell Banker Realty
(860) 689-1852
31 Total Sales
2 in Rocky Hill Ferry Historic District
$315K - $415K Price Range
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Matt Merritt
Matt Merritt
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
(860) 200-7988
20 Total Sales
1 in Rocky Hill Ferry Historic District
$700,000 Price
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Tatiana and Bill Geist
Tatiana and Bill Geist
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
(959) 245-2395
49 Total Sales
1 in Rocky Hill Ferry Historic District
$292,500 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Elm Ridge Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Dog Park
Cotton Hollow Nature Preserve
- Bike Trails
- Fishing
- Trails
Ferry Park
- Boating
- Picnic Area
- Concessions
Dividend Pond and Ruins
- Bike Trails
- Lake
- Parking Lot
Bulkley Park
- Trails
- River
- Hiking
Earle Park
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Rocky Hill Ferry Historic District | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
71
Median Year Built
1950
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,331
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,031
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
40,075
Distribution of Home Values
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
194
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$151,786
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$164,908
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.8%
College Graduates
71.5%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
46.7%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.5%
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®
31
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22
/ 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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