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Glenbrook

Glenbrook

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$605,191 Average Value
$369 Average Price per Sq Ft
11 Homes For Sale

Quiet residential community with train access

Development in Glenbrook first began when the railroad from Stamford to New Canaan built the first station on the line in the neighborhood, and the area’s convenient train station continues to be a popular asset. “It’s a very convenient residential area that’s close to everything: downtown, beaches, and the Metro-North line at the Glenbrook station,” says Todd Auslander, partner at the Auslander Kasindorf Team at Keller Williams Prestige Properties who has served the area for over two decades. Glenbrook’s active neighborhood association encourages connection, while a wide array of restaurants and parks are close by in the diverse southeastern Stamford neighborhood.

High-rise condos and Cape Cods

A mixture of condos and single-family homes sit close together on quiet residential streets. “Single-family homes are in the $500 to $600,000 range, which is affordable for Stamford. In most places around here, you can’t get into a single-family for under a high $400,000, and that’s for a home that will need some work,” Auslander says. He adds that the area’s would-be starter homes aren’t going on the market, as buyers who secured low interest rates aren’t selling, resulting in low housing inventory. He adds, “Any time I put a listing on the market, pretty much the first thing I’ll hear from buyers’ agents is ‘When are the best and final offers due?’ since we all know there’s going to be multiple bids.” Condos, which were built between 1960 and 1985, run the gamut from brick high-rises to colonial townhouse styles. Prices start at around $240,000 and rise to around $400,000. Colonial Revivals and Cape Cods were built in the early to mid 1900s, and cost between $700,000 and $950,000, while smaller single-family homes were built in the mid-to-late 1900s. These ranches and bi-level properties are usually priced between $500,000 and $600,000.

Discover your dream home in Glenbrook, where historic charm meets modern living.
Discover your dream home in Glenbrook, where historic charm meets modern living.
Explore affordable townhomes with beautiful gardens in Glenbrook.
Explore affordable townhomes with beautiful gardens in Glenbrook.
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Neighborhood cleanups and seasonal festivities

The Glenbrook Neighborhood Association, which has an annual fee of $10 per resident, organizes community events. Neighbors meet to discuss improvement plans at the association’s quarterly meetings, which are held at the Grace Evangelical Free Church. Residents come together to freshen up their homes and community at the spring and fall cleanups, which include unwanted clothing recycling, food drives, a swap meet and street cleanups. The community also meets for more festive celebrations, like the annual holiday tree lighting in early December at Hope Street Island Park. Kids enter a toy raffle and take pictures with Santa as locals sip free hot chocolate topped with marshmallows. The Ukrainian Museum and Library of Stamford, which is housed on the St. Basil Seminary campus, has special programs and displays of Ukrainian art and literature to peruse.

Check out the rich culture of Ukraine at the Ukrainian Museum in Glenbrook.
Check out the rich culture of Ukraine at the Ukrainian Museum in Glenbrook.
The Ukrainian museum in Glenbrook is a great weekend destination for history and learning.
The Ukrainian museum in Glenbrook is a great weekend destination for history and learning.
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Local restaurants on Hope Street

Though downtown is the most popular area to eat, Glenbrook has a convenient commercial corridor. “Hope Street runs right through Glenbrook, which is where you find restaurants, stores and gas stations,” Auslander says. Mornings can start with donuts and coffee from Donut Delight or fresh bagels with flavored cream cheese from Village Bagels. Cosechas is a Colombian restaurant popular for its empanadas, and residents can grab a late-night slice from Nick’s Pizza. The family-owned restaurant has been serving thin-crust pizza since 1969; the pizzeria also has an adjoining bar called Bacco, where locals sip beer and cocktails. There are a couple of grab-and-go convenience stores throughout Glenbrook, and the Grade A Market on Hope Street is a small market that stocks groceries and household essentials. To shop at a larger supermarket, residents can drive about a mile and a half west to Stop and Shop. Downtown’s shopping area, called Stamford Town Center, is also about a mile and a half southwest. Residents walk around the mall, which has popular retailers like Macy's and Barnes and Noble, or pop over to big box stores like Target and Burlington.

Enjoy craft beers and cocktails at the bar in Nick's Pizza, a local Glenbrook favorite.
Enjoy craft beers and cocktails at the bar in Nick's Pizza, a local Glenbrook favorite.
Try the Costarican Enyucado or Duo Empanadas at Cilantro restaurant in Glenbrook.
Try the Costarican Enyucado or Duo Empanadas at Cilantro restaurant in Glenbrook.
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Pockets of green space in Glenbrook

A couple of pocket parks add green space to the city streets. Northrop Park has a small playground where younger kids can run around while older children can play catch on the baseball diamond or a pickup game on the basketball court. Hope Street Island Park and Daskam Park both are tiny green spaces positioned between converging streets, where residents can sit on shaded park benches. For a longer forested walk, residents can travel about 2 miles northeast to the Woodland Park Nature Preserve in Darien. The park’s shaded nature trails wind by streams and connect hikers to ponds where they can observe wildlife. Locals can also drive about 2 miles southeast to go to one of the most popular parks in Stamford; Cove Island has a paved loop for bike rides and plenty of sandy beaches to swim. Beachgoers must pay for a seasonal parking pass, but there are discounts for Stamford residents and steeper discounts for residents whose cars are registered in the city.

Make new furry friends at the Stamford Dog Park near Glenbrook.
Make new furry friends at the Stamford Dog Park near Glenbrook.
Woodland Park Nature Preserve in nearby Darien offers trails and wildlife viewing.
Woodland Park Nature Preserve in nearby Darien offers trails and wildlife viewing.
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Commuters board the New Haven line in Glenbrook

Commuters headed toward New York City benefit from the neighborhood’s train station, which is within walking distance for many but also has a parking lot. The New Haven line on the Metro-North Railroad takes residents to Grand Central Station in about an hour and 15 minutes. To travel throughout Stamford, locals can walk to bus stops operated by CTtransit; Route 334 takes residents downtown in about 15 minutes. Popular thoroughfares like Interstate 95 and nearby Washington Boulevard provide easier commute options for drivers. The Stamford Hospital is just over 2 miles away from the neighborhood, offering residents quick access to medical care.

Biliteracy programs at Stamford High

Kids may begin at Julia A. Stark Elementary School, which has a B-minus rating from Niche, and progress to C-plus rated Dolan Middle School. Older students can attend Stamford High, which has a B rating. The high school offers a comprehensive English Language Learner program, which enrolls nearly 200 students who speak more than 20 languages. Students can also graduate with the Seal of Biliteracy on their diplomas by proving literacy in a language other than English on a language assessment.

Julia A. Stark Elementary has dozens of effective and excellent teachers and staff.
Julia A. Stark Elementary has dozens of effective and excellent teachers and staff.
Educational opportunities abound at the Rogers International School.
Educational opportunities abound at the Rogers International School.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Westchester County

28 min drive

Train

Glenbrook Station

Bus

Hope St & Frisbie St

Bus

Hope St & 51 Hope St

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Strawberry Hill & Holcomb Ave

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Strawberry Hill Ave & Hackett Cir

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Hope St & Opp Toms Rd

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Glenbrook Rd & Scofield Ave

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Maple Tree Ave & Opp Radio Pl

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.1 23 Reviews
4.0 Niche User
3/23/2015 Niche Review
There's an average amount in my area, but there could be more.
2.0 Niche User
3/23/2015 Niche Review
police could act immediately on situations going on in the town.
4.0 Niche User
7/28/2014 Niche Review
Very healthy. A gym right up the street.
1.0 Niche User
3/23/2015 Niche Review
its okay but there could be more
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Glenbrook US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
2,273
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Median Year Built
1959
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,740
Below the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,345
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,311
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
815
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
350
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Mar 21
    1 - 3pm

    65 Glenbrook Rd Unit 6C, Stamford, CT 06902

    $340,000

    • 1 Bed
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 1,080 Sq Ft
    • 65 Glenbrook Rd
    • Unit 6C
    • New 14 days ago

    Exceptionally bright, spacious and thoughtfully updated, this 1-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo offers approximately 1,080 square ft of comfortable living with beautiful city views. The open layout with h/w floors features a generously sized living and dining area that flows seamlessly to a private balcony-perfect for relaxing or enjoying the skyline. The updated kitchen is designed for both style and

    Priti Kothari William Raveis Real Estate

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  • Sunday, Mar 22
    1 - 3pm

    237 Strawberry Hill Ave Unit 27, Stamford, CT 06902

    $590,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,960 Sq Ft
    • 237 Strawberry Hill Ave
    • Unit 27
    • New 3 days ago

    Welcome to 237 Strawberry Hill Ave #27, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse in sought-after Pinewood Estates, offering just under 2,000 square feet of light-filled living space in the heart of Stamford. Designed for today's lifestyle, this spacious home features abundant natural light, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and an open-concept main level that is perfect for both everyday

    Benjamin Howell Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • Sunday, Mar 22
    12 - 2pm

    29 Pierce Place, Stamford, CT 06906

    $989,000

    • 5 Beds
    • 3.5 Baths
    • 2,892 Sq Ft
    • 29 Pierce Place
    • New 4 days ago

    Beautifully renovated 5-bedroom, 2-bathrooms home offering modern comfort and turnkey living. Step inside to be greeted by an open layout, Gleaming Hardwood Floors and a stunning Custom-New Kitchen. Sun-drenched living room with stylish fireplace. The upper level, which offers Four Bedrooms and Two Full Bathrooms, is highlighted by a Private Ensuite in the primary bedroom with a full bath and

    Naima Mazouzi Eagle Eye Realty PLLC

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
11,084
Median Age
39
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$80,577
On par with the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$115,446

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
84.5%
College Graduates
45.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.2%
% Population in Labor Force
73.7%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
7''

Area Factors

Fairly friendly

Bike Score®

50 / 100

Moderately friendly

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Moderately friendly

Transit Score®

60 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

Local Logic measures the walkability, access to public transit and bikeability of any address. CAP Index provides objective, accurate, and consistent data to help measure, compare, and mitigate crime risks.

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