South Glastonbury Historic District
Colonial-era homes and some newer builds
Homes in the South Glastonbury Historic District are primarily in small subdivisions or along well-traveled roads, lending a more suburban feel compared to Glastonbury’s more rural neighborhoods. Colonial homes dating to the 1700s and early 1800s branch off of Main Street and sell for between $500,000 and $800,000. though they rarely come on the market. Not all houses in the district are historic, though. Options also include Cape Cods built in the 1920s and priced between $300,000 and $500,000, condos from the 1980s and 2000s between $400,000 and $800,000, and new builds with two-car garages ranging from $800,000 to $1 million.
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Glastonbury schools earn high marks
Children in the neighborhood typically begin at Nayaug Elementary School before progressing to the Gideon Wells School for sixth grade and Smith Middle School for seventh and eighth grades. All three schools earn A grades from Niche. Glastonbury High School receives an A-plus rating from Niche, which also ranks it as the third best high school for athletes in the state, with a new strength and conditioning center set to open in January 2025.Local restaurants and institutions along Main Street
The neighborhood is home to South Glastonbury Public Library, the Glastonbury Fire Department and three churches that operate alongside local businesses on Main Street. Sayulita serves creatively curated Mexican dishes like adobo seared swordfish tacos and lobster enchiladas alongside margaritas and other cocktails. “Just about every evening, people line up to get in at Sayulita a half hour before it opens,” Finer says. Just across the street, So. G Coffee Roasters is a cozy, locally owned cafe with a selection of coffee drinks, pastries and bagels. Brookside Market has groceries, though a quick drive north to Glastonbury Center leads to a Whole Foods and a Trader Joe’s, as well as more restaurants.
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Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry and Cotton Hollow Preserve
The historic district is surrounded by farmland and preserved natural space throughout the town. Just west of the neighborhood along the Connecticut River is the Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry, the oldest continuously operated ferry in the country. “People will go over for a pleasure ride,” Finer says. Among several popular hiking trails is Cotton Hollow Preserve. The 80-acre site has fishing and swimming spots in Roaring Brook and paths through the woods beside ruins of an early-19th-century cotton mill. Roaring Brook also passes through the neighborhood, putting some homes in a flood zone. Hollister Preserve is nearby as well, with a hiking trail offering views of Hartford’s skyline from the top.
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Events at the Welles-Shipman-Ward House
The circa-1755 Welles-Shipman-Ward House has Connecticut and Glastonbury history on display in its preserved Colonial-era mansion and grounds. Here, visitors can take tours or attend events held by the Historical Society of Glastonbury, which include Victorian teatime with guests in period garb and seasonal gatherings with tastings of Colonial dishes. Glastonbury hosts many town-wide events as well, such as the weekend-long Apple Harvest and Music Festival in October with amusement rides, a 5K race, an apple-pie booth and more.Driving to Hartford and hospitals nearby
Drivers can get to downtown Hartford, 10 miles north, via Route 2, which also connects to other major roads, including Interstates 91 and 84. The district is about 12 miles from Hartford Hospital and Manchester Memorial Hospital, and Bradley International Airport is about 24 miles north. The South Glastonbury Historic District has the lowest possible CAP Index crime score of 1, compared to the national average of 4.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Harry Finer
Harry Finer
William Raveis Real Estate
(860) 787-8419
296 Total Sales
7 in South Glastonbury Historic District
$160K - $720K Price Range
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Kristin DeMarco
Kristin DeMarco
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(860) 200-3399
105 Total Sales
1 in South Glastonbury Historic District
$525,000 Price
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Dawn Mikuláštík Gagliardi
Dawn Mikuláštík Gagliardi
Serhant Connecticut, LLC
(959) 777-4377
238 Total Sales
1 in South Glastonbury Historic District
$315,000 Price
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Wendy Anderson
Wendy Anderson
Responds QuicklyWilliam Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
(860) 791-4311
103 Total Sales
2 in South Glastonbury Historic District
$275K - $724K Price Range
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Deborah Pezzente
Deborah Pezzente
Responds QuicklyWilliam Raveis Real Estate
(860) 560-1410
39 Total Sales
1 in South Glastonbury Historic District
$565,000 Price
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Margaret Wilcox
Margaret Wilcox
William Raveis Real Estate
(860) 847-8195
574 Total Sales
13 in South Glastonbury Historic District
$355K - $842K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
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
Woodbridge Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | South Glastonbury 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
South Glastonbury Historic District Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$852,514
Median Single Family Sale Price
$832,514
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$165
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
186
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1988
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,018
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,228
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,704
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
656
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
23,086
Distribution of Home Values
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
638
Median Age
48
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$136,805
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$159,477
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.7%
College Graduates
65.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
38.4%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.7%
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®
19
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
41
/ 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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