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Oronoque

Oronoque

$492,919 Average Value
$309 Average Price per Sq Ft
19 Homes For Sale

An engaged community with outdoor recreation in Stratford

A suburban neighborhood with tree-lined streets in northern Stratford, Oronoque is a laidback community largely comprised of the active 55-plus community called Oronoque Village. The condominium community is built around the golf course for the Blackhawk Country Club, a social club that many residents join. “People who move to this area aren’t usually looking to leave in a few years. They’re looking to really put down roots and invest in the community,” says Monica Dalton, a Realtor with Oronoque Real Estate and longtime Oronoque resident. Whether they live in the 55-plus condos or the single-family homes and other condos surrounding them, locals enjoy living near outdoor recreation and popular stores and restaurants.

Renovated condos and Colonial Revivals in Oronoque

The Oronoque Village condo community makes up a large part of the neighborhood, with over 900 units organized along residential streets that wind around the Blackhawk Country Club golf course. The condos were built in the 1970s, but many have modern renovations; prices start around $250,000 and rise to $550,000. Around the neighborhood's perimeter are peaceful residential streets of single-family homes and other condo buildings. Condos in the Far Mill River subdivision were also built in the late 20th century and cost between $300,000 and $400,000. Ranch-style homes and Colonial Revivals with neat, grassy yards from the early-to-mid 1900s are priced between $400,000 and $700,000.

The Oronoque Village condo community has 900 units and makes up a large part of the Oronoque neighborhood.
The Oronoque Village condo community has 900 units and makes up a large part of the Oronoque neighborhood.
Colonial Revivals such as this one usually cost between $400 and $700,000 in Oronoque.
Colonial Revivals such as this one usually cost between $400 and $700,000 in Oronoque.
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Tennis, golf and nature trails near Oronoque

Residents of Oronoque Village can access the community’s amenities, like the swimming pools and bocce ball and tennis courts. “The village is like living in a country club. We’re built right onto a golf course,” Dalton says. The Blackhawk Country Club, a private club that residents of the village and the larger Oronoque neighborhood can both pay to join, has two 18-hole courses, pickleball and tennis courts, swimming pools and an indoor gym. The neighborhood is also near several nature preserves. Hikers can explore wooded trails through the Roosevelt Forest, and anglers may drive about 3 miles north to find fishing spots along the Housatonic River. During the summer, residents drive 8 miles south to the coast, where they relax and swim at Short Beach.

Locals can explore several trails at Roosevelt Forest in Stratford.
Locals can explore several trails at Roosevelt Forest in Stratford.
Members of the Blackhawk Country Club can enjoy two golf courses in Oronoque.
Members of the Blackhawk Country Club can enjoy two golf courses in Oronoque.
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Shopping and dining in Shelton

Even if they don’t belong to the Blackhawk Country Club, residents can eat at its seasonal restaurant, which serves upscale American fare like steak and seared salmon. There are a few restaurants and stores along Main Street, including chains like Dunkin and local eateries like House of Pho, a laidback restaurant serving Vietnamese noodle dishes. But most residents drive a few miles to go out to eat. “We’re in the northern part of Stratford, so the closer stores and restaurants are in Shelton,” Dalton says. In downtown Shelton, locals can order pizza and other Italian dishes at Caloroso Eatery & Bar or enjoy seafood and cocktails alongside views of the Housatonic River at Pier131 Kitchen & Bar. For a more relaxed evening of beer and wings, there’s Porky’s Café, a casual sports bar. Shelton also has convenient shopping plazas, where people head to Stop & Shop or ShopRite for grocery runs. Shoppers may also browse retail stores like T.J. Maxx and HomeGoods.

Locals can also head to House of Pho on Main Street in Oronoque.
Locals can also head to House of Pho on Main Street in Oronoque.
For groceries, locals drive 10 miles north to the Stop & Shop in Shelton.
For groceries, locals drive 10 miles north to the Stop & Shop in Shelton.
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Education pathways at Bunnel High School

Elementary-aged kids may attend Chapel Street Elementary School, which has a B-minus rating from Niche, through sixth grade. Afterward, they can advance to Harry B. Flood Middle School, which has a C-plus rating, and then Bunnell High School, which scores a B. The high school offers technology education pathways in engineering, communications, automotive technology and more.

Flood Middle School has a C-plus rating from Niche.
Flood Middle School has a C-plus rating from Niche.
Bunnell High School scores a B and offers students state of the art athletic facilities.
Bunnell High School scores a B and offers students state of the art athletic facilities.
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Commuters merge onto the Merritt Parkway or take the train

Locals usually rely on cars to run errands and commute to work. State Route 15, or the Merritt Parkway, runs just south of the neighborhood and takes drivers 70 miles southwest to New York City. Residents can use the same roadway or take Interstate 95 to travel 15 miles northeast to New Haven. Dalton says that many people headed into New York City take the train instead. The Stratford station, where passengers board the New Haven line on the Metro-North Railroad, is about 5 miles south of Oronoque. The train ride takes between 90 and 120 minutes to reach Grand Central Terminal.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Tweed/New Haven

31 min drive

Bus

Main St. & 6905 Main St. (Homewood Suites)

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Main St. & Oronoque Ln.

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Oronoque Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$475,000
Median Sale Price
$436,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$704,250
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$989,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$485,100
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
108
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$309

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,877
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Median Year Built
1974
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,345
Above the national average
1,929
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,588
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,341
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,372
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
40,075

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Nov 2
    1 - 4pm

    170 Oronoque Ln Unit 95, Stratford, CT 06614

    $989,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,630 Sq Ft
    • 170 Oronoque Ln
    • Unit 95

    Welcome to Oronoque Hills-Stratford's premier new construction community of 11 beautifully crafted free-standing homes, set within the desirable North End and bordering the scenic Oronoque Country Club. This modern colonial blends timeless design with quality craftsmanship and a flexible, open-concept layout tailored for today's lifestyle. Ideally located adjacent to the 18th hole, this home

    Holly Negreiro William Raveis Real Estate

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  • Sunday, Nov 2
    1 - 3pm

    33 Happy Hollow Cir Unit C, Stratford, CT 06614

    $399,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,486 Sq Ft
    • 33 Happy Hollow Cir
    • Unit C
    • New 10 days ago

    Make yourself at home in this warm and welcoming two bedroom, two and a half bath townhouse located in the Fall River complex. Thoughtfully updated and meticulously maintained, this home offers comfortable and functional living across all levels with an abundance of natural light throughout. The main floor features a spacious living room that flows seamlessly into the dining area, complete with a

    Jennifer Lockwood Coldwell Banker Realty

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    1 - 3pm

    488 Commanche Ln Unit A, Stratford, CT 06614

    $619,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 2,199 Sq Ft
    • 488 Commanche Ln
    • Unit A
    • New 16 days ago

    Welcome to this charming Wolcott style Condo in the coveted Oronoque Village. As part of the North Trail complex, you'll join an acclaimed active adult community and experience a wonderful, resort-like atmosphere. Your new home is nestled in a peaceful cul-de-sac, offering a serene escape. Step inside to an open living and dining space, enhanced by a high vaulted ceiling, a warm fireplace and

    Carmen Desiato Higgins Group Real Estate

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
5,202
Median Age
65
Population under 18
10.5%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
50.5%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$67,659
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$90,462

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.7%
College Graduates
49.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.7%
% Population in Labor Force
45.7%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
4''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

18 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

15 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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NEIGHBORHOOD
Oronoque
Zach Nichols
West View Properties, LLC
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