Downtown Southington
Suburban Neighborhood in Southington, Connecticut
Hartford County 06489
Where locals shop local
Downtown Southington's restaurants are a major draw for the townsfolk. "Restaurant row," Perillo calls the downtown strip, "has a bit of everything. It's diverse, and there's Thai, American and Italian food. There are even two speakeasy-style bars in Dial 9 Prohibition Lounge and The Manhattan." Alongside highly-rated restaurants are a few breweries, coffee shops and even a video arcade bar. "There is always something to do in Downtown Southington," Perillo notes. Perkatory Coffee Roasters is an absolute must-try spot in the area for caffeine lovers looking for classic brews of delicious blends and some groovy merch to wear on their way out of the shop. Most residents do their weekly grocery shopping at the Stop & Shop in the neighborhood, but Queen Street, to the north, has additional shopping with familiar retail and big box stores.
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Townhouses or large houses
Most Southington homes sit in subdivisions that branch off from one another, but Downtown Southington has different layouts to offer. North Main Street runs through the neighborhood and has many townhouses and multifamily buildings with units as low as $120,000. Houses outside the center provide more square footage and larger yards, often with a matching price tag to accompany them. Small cape cods and ranches built in the 1950s sell for as low as $200,000, while modern craftsman houses with new finishes, attached garages and large yards regularly reach $700,000. "It's a safe community that is relatively affordable," Perillo says. With a median single-family price of $345,000, Downtown Southington, and Southington as a whole, offers Farmington Valley living without Farmington Valley prices.
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Competitive sports at the local high school
Downtown Southington families with young children can expect to drop their students off at Derynoski Elementary School, rated an A-minus by Niche. Next in line is the B-plus-rated Joseph A. DePaolo Middle School. With a 12 to 1 student-teacher, students will get a considerate amount of one-on-one attention in class. Sports are a large part of student life at Southington High, and the school's sports teams enjoy plenty of support from the community at their games. The B-plus-rated school also has a 1 to 1 student device ratio, meaning that there is one computer for every student enrolled.
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An 80-mile trail runs through the neighborhood
Though Connecticut weather doesn't reach sweltering highs, the summer humidity brings many residents to Southington Memorial Park's public swimming pool. Young ones can cool off on the splash pad or join a Little League team that plays on the many baseball diamonds of the park. Locals utilize the tennis courts, basketball court and walking trails that run through the woods and around a small duck pond. The Farmington Canal Heritage Trail is over 80 miles long and spans from New Haven to beyond the Massachusetts border. The trail intersects Downtown Southington, running along its western end. A popular spot for dog owners is the Southington Dog Park. The fenced-in grassy field has enough space to chuck tennis balls and let frisbees fly.
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A community that loves to gather
Festivals are common in town, with annual events lighting up the streets seemingly every month. Outdoor concerts take over the Town Green during the summer, and parades run up and down the main street for a few national holidays. In addition to Taste of Southington, which highlights local restaurants, Perillo mentions that "The Apple Harvest Festival brings in over 100,000 people annually. The apple fritters are the most famous thing there."
Centrally located to two of the state’s large cities
Southington is only 20 miles from Hartford and 30 miles from New Haven, making it a viable commuter option for those working in either city. "Southington is centrally located and is right off Interstate 84," Perillo states. "It's easy to get to Hartford and the employers in the area." There is only one bus stop, so residents are car-reliant for getting around. The Hospital of Central Connecticut is in the neighborhood's southern end, and Bradley International Airport is just over 30 miles north.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kimberly McHugh
Kimberly McHugh
Puorro Realty Group
(857) 323-9161
6 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Southington
$240,000 Price
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Carl Lantz
Carl Lantz
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(860) 385-6619
88 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Southington
$75,000 Price
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Sharon O'Brien
Sharon O'Brien
Hillside Properties
(860) 385-6312
26 Total Sales
2 in Downtown Southington
$175,000 Price Range
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Amy Rio
Amy Rio
Executive Real Estate Inc.
(860) 321-8567
1,298 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Southington
$127,500 Price
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Nadine Oliveri
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Nadine Oliveri
Responds QuicklyProperty Works New England
(860) 819-3146
38 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Southington
$142,000 Price
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Stacey Wyeth
Stacey Wyeth
Responds QuicklyWilliam Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
(959) 213-1198
177 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Southington
$170,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Panthorn Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Disc Golf
Picnic Table
Veterans Memorial Park
Southington Dog Park
- Dog Park
Ragged Mountain Memorial Preserve
- Trails
- Hiking
- Walking Paths
Recreation Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Southington | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Southington Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Southington, Southington sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Southington, Southington over the last 12 months is $296,000, up 33% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$304,950
Median Sale Price
$296,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$321,250
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$240,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$270,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
33%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$252
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
750
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1972
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,603
Below the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,731
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,036
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,000
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
17,859
Open Houses
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Monday, May 1212 - 2pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Rent
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$1,799 - $2,500 per month
- Eden & Main 55+ Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 686+ Sq Ft
- 37 Eden Ave
- Southington, CT
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$1,375 - $1,800 per month
- Southgate
- 1-2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 784+ Sq Ft
- 5-25 Old Turnpike Rd
- Southington, CT
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,445
Median Age
42
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$57,666
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$95,103
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
87.6%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
27.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.6%
% Population in Labor Force
65.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
31''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
55
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
49
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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