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Homes in Hayden are often found in newer development areas.
A friendly Connecticut neighborhood residents don’t want to leave
At first glance, Hayden might look like an uneventful New England hamlet, but this Windsor neighborhood has a community life strong enough to keep residents here for a lifetime. “I didn’t think I would stay here, but this community is absolutely amazing,” says Stephanie Stone, longtime resident of Windsor and Realtor with William Raveis boasting 16 years of experience in the business. “Hayden tends to have people who stay there 30 to 40 years because it’s such a great place to live.” Northwest Park, unique shops and restaurants, and the nearby airport and train station make it so. But neighborly support is one of Hayden’s biggest draws, and it might be most evident during the Shad Derby, a multi-weekend event featuring fishing derbies and a ball where the Shad Derby Queen is crowned. Many of the proceeds from the event go to support local charities. “It’s a really fun tradition, and everyone’s here. You never miss a Shad Derby,” Stone says.
Hayden’s homes
Houses tend to follow Cape Cod, Colonial Revival and raised ranch-style architecture. Most were built in the 1980s, though it’s not uncommon for 18th century Colonial houses to enter the market. Many parcels are above 10,000 square feet, some spanning an acre or more. This is a bit bigger than what can be found directly across the Farmington River, where lots tend to fall between 7,000 and 10,000 square feet. The proximity to downtown Windsor and the larger size of lots contribute greatly to Hayden’s popularity. “I’ll put a listing up on Friday, send my clients away for a weekend, and by the time they come back, the house is already under contract after getting five or six offers,” Stone says. “The market is banging right now.”
Contemporary Colonial homes with garages are popular in Hayden.
Developments in Hayden do not have the cookie cutter feel of other areas.
Colonial style homes are popular with residents in Hayden.
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Windsor Public Schools
Pre-K through second grade students can attend Oliver Ellsworth School before moving up to John F. Kennedy School for third through fifth grade. They can finish up at Sage Middle School and Windsor High School. Oliver Ellsworth School receives an A from Niche while Windsor High is B-plus-rated and John F. Kennedy School and Sage Middle earn B-minus ratings. Students at Windsor High can take classes in 12 career cluster pathways such as architectural and construction; health science; and marketing.
Oliver Ellsworth School is named for a Windsor politician who was a framer of The Constitution.
John F Kennedy School in Windsor is home to 364 students in grades three through five.
School pride is strong at Windsor's Sage Park Middle School.
Students in Windsor attend Windsor High School, home of the Warriors.
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Kids in Hayden can enjoy the quiet playground at Lancaster Park.
Enjoying fresh air and Airsoft
Northwest Park can be found in none other than the northwest corner of Windsor. This behemoth of a green space spans nearly 500 acres and features hiking trails, a dog park and a nature center with barn animals. For some green space closer to home, residents can visit Lancaster Park in the north end of Hayden, offering picnic tables, a basketball court and an open field for sports or just running around. When locals are looking for an adrenaline-filled yet safe adventure, they might head over to Tactical Airsoft, which boasts New England’s largest indoor airsoft arena.
Eating out in Windsor
Residents on the south side of Hayden might head over to Geissler’s Supermarket for shopping, while residents in the north can go to Stop & Shop. The building that the Union Street Tavern operates out of has gone from the town firehouse to the town stomping ground, serving up delicious pub-style burgers with a side of live music on select nights. For a hearty brunch or breakfast, locals might go to Dom’s Broad Street Eatery down the road. From meatloaf omelets to crab cake eggs benedicts, their menu is sure to tantalize locals’ tastebuds. And if they’re in a rush and only have time for the coffee, residents can swing by The Bean @226.
Hayden residents can shop at Geissler's when they don't want to shop at a big box supermarket.
Bean @228 on Main Street in Windsor is a hub of neighborhood activity.
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Hayden has an excellent transportation train system in CT.
Near the interstate, the airport and the railroad
Interstate 91 runs along the northwest side of the neighborhood, delivering residents to Hartford and Springfield, Massachusetts in under 20 minutes. Bradley International Airport is about a 15-minute drive away. The Windsor train station is just south of the neighborhood. Lines include Amtrak and the CTrail.
The Shad Derby and other events
“We have a longstanding tradition on the third Saturday of every May called The Shad Derby,” Stone says. “The whole weekend and the weekends leading up are filled with events like a big art show by the Lion’s Club and a Friday night fishing event where kids get donated poles and go fishing in ponds. There’s also ball where they crown a Shad Derby Queen who receives a scholarship.” The town is filled with other events too. “My favorite event is the firetruck parade where emergency personnel do a big parade with decorated fire trucks and even landscaping trucks,” Stone says. “And Santa comes on the last truck, throws candy and takes pictures with the kids.”
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Hayden Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Hayden, Windsor sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Hayden, Windsor over the last 12 months is $372,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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