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West Windsor

West Windsor

$412,721 Average Value
$231 Average Price per Sq Ft
17 Homes For Sale

Diverse living options near the airport and Hartford

The residential neighborhood of West Windsor offers homebuyers a range of living options and places residents close to the airport and shopping centers. It’s Interstate 91, which runs right through the community, that enables residents to travel the Hartford area and beyond with ease. And when they’re staying home, residents have a wide selection of restaurants to try, or they can attend any of the numerous events put on at Northwest Park. Cape Cod and raised ranch-style homes in the south usually sell for between $300,000 and $350,000, while homes in the north go for $350,000 and beyond.

The Farmington River running through West Windsor is popular for fishing and boating.
The Farmington River running through West Windsor is popular for fishing and boating.
You can find Cape Cod homes in this great neighborhood in West Windsor.
You can find Cape Cod homes in this great neighborhood in West Windsor.
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Homes for various budgets

There’s a wide selection of homes in West Windsor. "You have high-end homes out in the Poquonock area in the north,” says Katrina Pratt, a Broker with Rainbow Realty who has sold homes in Windsor for over 30 years. “But you really have a diversity of properties that start around $250,000 and go all the way up the millions. And property values tend to hold steady.” Architectural styles are uniform throughout the neighborhood, with houses following raised ranch, Cape Cod and Colonial Revival designs. In the north, more New Traditional homes can be found, many of them taking inspiration from Colonial Revival. Houses in the south sell for between $300,000 and $350,000 while houses in the north are in the range of $350,000 to $500,000. Townhouses and condos can be found scattered throughout the neighborhood, usually near Poquonock. Units start around $100,000 for 700 square feet of space.

Historic homes in West Windsor give the neighborhood distinctive charm.
Historic homes in West Windsor give the neighborhood distinctive charm.
You will find a variety of architectural styles in the homes of West Windsor.
You will find a variety of architectural styles in the homes of West Windsor.
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Students stay on track at Windsor Public Schools

Poquonock Elementary School and Oliver Ellsworth School serve pre-K through 2nd grade students. Both schools have received A-ratings from Niche, and Niche rates Oliver Ellsworth as Connecticut’s most diverse public elementary school. For grades 3 through 5, students can attend Clover Street School and John F. Kennedy School, both rated B-minus. Students can move on to B-minus-rated Sage Park Middle School and wrap up at Windsor High School. Windsor High has earned a B-plus from Niche and has a very strong outdoor track program, the girls’ team having won 12 championships in their CIAC class over the past 14 years, and the boys’ team, 8 championships.

Poquonock Elementary School in West Windsor is home to younger students in Pre-K through 2nd grade.
Poquonock Elementary School in West Windsor is home to younger students in Pre-K through 2nd grade.
Students in West Windsor attend Windsor High School, home of the Warriors.
Students in West Windsor attend Windsor High School, home of the Warriors.
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Playing, hiking and learning at Northwest Park

Northwest Park is in the center of northern West Windsor. The park isn’t just great for picnics and hiking, but it also has playgrounds, farm animals, a nature center for learning about Connecticut’s ecology and geology and a museum on the state’s history of tobacco farming. And the fun doesn’t end when winter begins, as the park is open for cross country skiing and snowshoeing.

Northwest Park offers trails, animal farms, and more in West Windsor.
Northwest Park offers trails, animal farms, and more in West Windsor.
Residents of West Windsor are greeted by the Northwest Park locals to ensure they never have a baa-ad time.
Residents of West Windsor are greeted by the Northwest Park locals to ensure they never have a baa-ad time.
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Stores and restaurants are plentiful in West Windsor

Supermarkets can be found near Interstate 91. Poquonock residents might want to visit the Stop & Shop and Price Chopper while residents nearer to Hartford can go to Price Rite and Geissler’s. More shopping options like Walmart can be found 15 minutes west in Manchester. For a high-end Italian or American meal, locals stop by La Notte Waterside Grille. When the weather’s nice, diners can admire the gorgeous pond from the patio. For Italian cuisine in an atmosphere that’s both upscale and casual, residents can also head over to Tunxis Grill & Pizzeria. The establishment is right by the airport, making the venue great for a final meal before flying out. More eating options can be found downtown. “Windsor has an array of restaurants,” Pratt says. “You can choose whether you want to go for Thai, wings or something else.”

Enjoy great food at Day Hill Deli in West Windsor, CT.
Enjoy great food at Day Hill Deli in West Windsor, CT.
Tunxis Grill & Pizzeria is a favorite place to eat in West Windsor.
Tunxis Grill & Pizzeria is a favorite place to eat in West Windsor.
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Easy access to the highway and the airport

CT Transit bus routes 36 and 54 follow Day Hill Road to the business parks on Blue Hills Avenue, while route 34 takes residents living in the Poquonock area right to downtown Hartford. Most subdivisions are unserved, so residents usually prefer driving. Interstate 91 bookends the east side of West Windsor. Bradley International Airport is just north of West Windsor, and even residents living in the neighborhood’s southern end can expect to get there in 15 minutes via I-91.

The public transportation in Manchester, CT, is an excellent option for everyone.
The public transportation in Manchester, CT, is an excellent option for everyone.
You can also find the Bradley Airport in Windsor, CT.
You can also find the Bradley Airport in Windsor, CT.
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Pancakes and performances at the park

The Friends of Northwest Park organizes various events such as an annual pancake breakfast. Flapjacks are topped with syrup made from the sweet sap of the park’s very own sugar maples. The group also organizes a coffeehouse concert series during the winter where residents can listen to live musical performances at the park’s nature center. Proceeds go to fund educational programs at the park.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Bradley International

22 min drive

Bus

Mountain Rd & Matianuck Ave

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Matianuck Ave & Opp Lee Ln

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Matianuck Ave & Opp Windbrook Dr

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Lamberton Rd & Opp All Crate Inc

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Matianuck Ave & Opp Hale Dr

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Poquonock Park & Ride (Jct Ct 75 & I-91)

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Lamberton Rd & Travelers

West Windsor Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$354,000
Median Sale Price
$361,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$377,700
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$350,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$330,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
184
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$231

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
5,142
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Median Year Built
1975
Months of Supply
1.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,759
Below the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,592
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,251
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
815
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
22,651

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Sep 13
    3 - 5pm

    170 Dudley Town Rd, Windsor, CT 06095

    $329,900

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,645 Sq Ft
    • 170 Dudley Town Rd
    • New 5 days ago

    Gorgeous 4-bedroom, 2-bath Cape on 1.6 acres in Windsor offers space, comfort, and charm! Step into the bright living room with bamboo floors that flow into the dining room-ideal for gatherings or cozy nights in. The updated kitchen boasts new stainless-steel appliances and plentiful storage. A full bath completes the first floor. Upstairs, a wide hallway leads to four spacious bedrooms,

    Nadia Kachwaha KW Legacy Partners

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
14,282
Median Age
47
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.9%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$99,798
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$123,306

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
93.6%
College Graduates
43.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.5%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''

Area Factors

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Walk Score®

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