Quiet commuter town home to Bradley International Airport
Located between Hartford, Connecticut, and Springfield, Massachusetts, Windsor Locks is a small town of about 12,500 people along the Connecticut River. Primarily a commuter town, Windsor Locks residents enjoy convenient access to Bradley International Airport, proximity to Interstate 91 and a new train station. “You can get virtually anywhere for traveling and commuting,” says Richard Lovely, broker and owner of Live Lovely Realty. “Windsor Locks is very much close to highways and main roads.” Along with its many transportation options, the town's simple suburban homes and small-town appeal make it a relaxing place to settle down while staying regionally connected.
From historic homes to more modern developments, Windsor Locks offers great options.
The train station provides access to New Haven, Hartford and Springfield.
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Ranches and other modest homes in subdivisions
The median home price in Windsor Locks is around $310,000, about $100,000 less than the national median. Prices typically start around $200,000 for a ranch or condo unit and range up to $500,000 for more spacious bilevels or contemporary homes. Most properties are in subdivisions and have between a quarter and a half acre of land, though homes on the edge of the town limits are more spaced out. Homes, however, don’t come up for sale too frequently in Windsor Locks. "A lot of homeowners don't sell," says Garey Allen of Gallagher Real Estate. "People want to stay here. You have really low taxes as well, and you're getting a lot of great properties."
Homes in Windsor Locks can vary between $200,000 to $500,000.
Ranch homes have a range around $350,000 in Windsor Locks.
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Driving on Interstate 91 and a new train station coming to town
Interstate 91 takes drivers 15 miles north to Springfield, MA and 15 miles south to Hartford. The highway continues to New Haven, 50 miles south. Those who prefer to take public transportation can ride CTtransit buses to the airport, Hartford and other nearby towns.
Windsor Locks is building a new train station that will expand current transit options, servicing both CTRail and Amtrak lines for regional and interstate travel. The project broke ground in 2022 and is expected to be complete by mid-2025. A private real estate firm is also constructing a transit-oriented, mixed-use development within walking distance of the new station. The project will include over 100 low-income and market-rate apartments and over a dozen retail spaces.
Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks has direct flights to dozens of locations, including international destinations like Dublin and Cancun. Airplane noise can be an issue for some residents. “It depends on how close you are to the airport if you’ll hear anything,” Lovely says. “Most residential areas are further away, but proximity is important and being right on the airport changes things.” Bradley International Airport is also a major employer in Windsor Locks. More employers nearby include Baystate Medical Center and Mercy Medical Center in Springfield, Aetna and Cigna healthcare insurers in Hartford, and Hartford Hospital.
Businesses around the airport and along Main Street
“There’s a really great food scene right on the main strip outside of the airport,” Lovely says. The road has chain restaurants like Ruby Tuesday and Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen, as well as local spots like Doro Marketplace and Mazatlán Mexican Grill and Bar. On the other side of town, Main Street has a few shops and restaurants. Dexter Plaza off Main Street has a brewery and pizza shop, among other businesses. For groceries, Stop & Shop is just south of Windsor Locks off Interstate 91.
Doro Marketplace in Windsor Locks offers a variety of drinks and sandwiches to enjoy.
Mazatlán Mexican Grill in Windsor Locks has excellent food you can enjoy with your friends.
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Walking along Windsor Locks’ waterways
Windsor Locks Canal State Park has walking and biking paths along the canal and Connecticut River. Veteran’s Memorial Park has more space for the family to get out on the ball fields, volleyball courts or playground. Veteran’s Memorial Park also hosts the town’s annual Springfest in early May. The event has a full day of activities, including a D.J., food trucks, rock climbing and a vintage car show. Other town events include the annual Memorial Day Parade and Holiday Extravaganza in December. Windsor Locks Public Library has regular events for families, including book clubs geared toward several age groups, Lego Club, Science Club and more.
Basketball enthusiasts can enjoy many facilities in the town of Windsor Locks.
Windsor Locks Bridge is a crossing for Route 140 over the CT River and was completed in 1992.
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Windsor Locks’ small school district is well-rated for athletics
Windsor Locks’ school district has an overall grade of C-plus from Niche. The town’s two public elementary schools, South Elementary School and North Street School, both earn B-minuses from Niche. They funnel into C-plus-rated Windsor Locks Middle School and B-minus-rated Windsor Locks High School. The high school earns an A-minus in the sports category from Niche and offers a range of student teams, including swimming, football, basketball and ice hockey.
South Street School offers from third through fifth grade in Windsor Locks.
Windsor Locks High receives a B-minus, and students can take Advanced Placement courses.
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Crime rates on par with the national average
According to the CAP Index, Windsor Locks has a crime risk on par with the national average. In 2024, the Windsor Locks Police Department reported 261 total crimes, the lowest count since at least 2014.
Cold winters and flooding along the Connecticut River
Located in northern Connecticut, Windsor Locks experiences winter lows and summer highs that are cooler than southern parts of the state. The average winter low is 19 degrees Fahrenheit, with annual snowfall averaging nearly three feet. With Windsor Locks located on the western shore of the Connecticut River, heavier storms may cause the river to flood, but it mostly affects commercial areas.
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