East Southington
Homes lined with trees and sizable yards
While split-levels and Cape Cods can be found in East Southington, colonials and ranch homes are the most common architectural styles in the neighborhood. Properties are primarily situated on residential streets and cul-de-sacs, some lined with trees and sidewalks, and can have more land due to the suburban surroundings. Single-family residences typically range from $200,000 to $500,000, mostly for ranch homes, though more colonials have sold for up to $700,000. Occasional properties have also been priced at $800,000 or more. “Prices depend on the neighborhood,” Egan says. “The newer stuff tends to be colonials, and some of the inventory that’s more from the 1960s and 1970s are raised ranches and ranch homes.” Manicured lawns and attached garages are among the features that can be found with higher-priced homes. East Southington’s CAP crime score is a 3 out of 10, below the national average of 4.
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B-plus schools serve neighborhood students
Students can begin their education at Flanders Elementary School, located near the center of the neighborhood. Flanders scores a B-plus with Niche, and graduates can then move on to Joseph A. DePaolo Middle School, which also receives a B-plus. Southington High School completes the academic journey for East Southington enrollment, garnering a B-plus and ranking as one of Niche’s 15 best high schools for athletes statewide. Sports there include ice hockey, field hockey and lacrosse.
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Outdoor preserves, parks and trails
East Southington morphs into the Ragged Mountain Memorial Preserve as it expands to the northeast, along with the Shuttle Meadow and Wassel Reservoirs. Visitors can walk the trails or fish at either body of water, or head to the preserve to trek along a network of trails, go mountain biking or visit the summit of the mountain on its nearly 1,000 acres of land. Sunset Rock State Park also serves as conservational land near Crescent Lake. Near the center of the neighborhood, Veterans Memorial Park has courts for tennis and basketball, as well as a pool and baseball fields, and golfers can take to the links at both Hawks Landing Country Club and Southington Country Club. “There’s a bunch of country clubs for golf and tennis,” Egan says. “The area has its own YMCA, and there’s a bunch of recreational parks and Little League fields.” Walkers and bikers can take to the Southington Linear Trail, while four-legged friends can frolic at a dog park in the downtown section.
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Amusement rides and apple harvests
Thrill-seekers can jump on one of several roller coasters at Lake Compounce Water & Amusement Park, the oldest continuously-running such venue in the country. The park also offers bumper cars, a number of water-themed rides like log flumes and rapids and several dozen other options for attendees. Organic attractions, like Rogers Orchards, are also vital to the area. “There’s a lot of orchards,” Egan says. “Southington is called Apple Valley, and they always have a Southington Apple Harvest Festival. They do showcases and have parades.” The festival is set amid the trees’ fall colors, attracts a number of tourists and features live entertainment, arts and crafts displays, games and more. “It’s like a community,” Egan says. “They’ll get the fire trucks out, have a parade and it opens the harvest season.”
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Specialty restaurants and apple orchards
Rogers Orchards is also open seasonally for visitors to pick their own apples, located on the other side of Long Bottom Road from the Shuttle Meadow Reservoir, or they can pick some up from the market itself. In the northern part of the neighborhood, Queen Street is where many outlets can be found. “That has a predominance of a lot of dining and shopping,” Egan says. “It’s a state road, but it has a lot of commercial places. There’s a ton to choose from – there really is.” Stops along Queen include Wood-n-Tap, which offers American fare with TVs and craft beers, Fancy Bagels Inc. and the nearby Noble Japanese Steak House. “J. Timothy’s Taverne is known for its wings,” Egan says. “That’s definitely a place people tend to travel for.” Transcend Beer Crafters and the Long View Ciderhouse Orchard Bar are also located in East Southington. Cava, an Italian restaurant separate from the national chain, is on West Street. “It has a great atmosphere,” Egan says. “They’ll do themes like Harry Potter and decorate the restaurant for that, Christmas and other things.” Groceries and more expansive shopping can be found at neighborhood Walmart, Price Chopper and Stop & Shop locations.
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Interstate 84 along the west side
Interstate 84, also known as the Yankee Expressway, makes up the western edge of East Southington. It spans four New England states and has major Connecticut junctions in areas like Hartford, which is just under 20 miles away. “84 and 691 are major roads that can get you across the whole state,” Egan says. “On 84, you can continue on to the eastern part of the state or Rhode Island. Or, if you head west, you can get to Danbury and New York. There’s easy access from Southington.” CT Transit operates buses in the Southington area, and since the downtown area is encircled by East Southington, that area is never far away.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Janet Cronin-Rumanoff
Janet Cronin-Rumanoff
William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
(475) 267-0994
41 Total Sales
1 in East Southington
$380,000 Price
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Matthew Egan
Matthew Egan
Responds QuicklyRegency Real Estate, LLC
(860) 590-3023
90 Total Sales
1 in East Southington
$282,000 Price
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Joe Waters
Joe Waters
Responds QuicklyJW Realty Group LLC
(475) 263-4868
177 Total Sales
8 in East Southington
$335K - $530K Price Range
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Claudia O'Connell
Claudia O'Connell
Responds QuicklyWilliam Raveis Real Estate
(860) 791-9723
73 Total Sales
3 in East Southington
$267K - $666K Price Range
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Ilka Torres
Ilka Torres
Torbello Real Estate Advisors
(959) 245-2393
192 Total Sales
2 in East Southington
$122K - $124K Price Range
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Danielle Valenti
Danielle Valenti
Around Town Real Estate LLC
(845) 286-9082
155 Total Sales
2 in East Southington
$268K - $299K Price Range
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
Picnic Table
Veterans Memorial Park
Timberline Park
Trumbull Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Trails
- Concessions
Southington Dog Park
- Dog Park
Ragged Mountain Memorial Preserve
- Trails
- Hiking
- Walking Paths
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | East Southington | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
East Southington Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Southington, Southington sell after 64 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Southington, Southington over the last 12 months is $446,990, up 38% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$441,990
Median Sale Price
$446,990
Median Single Family Sale Price
$490,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$342,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$310,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
104
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
38%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$266
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
7,117
Number of Homes for Sale
25
Median Year Built
1973
Months of Supply
2.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,902
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,864
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,298
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
975
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
23,086
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,825 - $2,125 per month
- Kenmore Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 680+ Sq Ft
- 78 Laning St
- Southington, CT
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
19,740
Median Age
47
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$114,855
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$129,269
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
43.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.2%
% Population in Labor Force
68.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
31''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
19
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
12
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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