Highland Park Homes for Rent

Highland Park, located on the southeast edge of Manchester, offers a blend of suburban and pastoral living. The neighborhood is divided by Interstate 384, with homes on the northwest side close to downtown Manchester and those to the south featuring larger lots and more interior space. Architectural styles include Cape Cod, Colonial Revival, ranch-style, and raised ranch-style homes, built from the 1920s to the 1990s. Highland Park Elementary, with its active PTA and renovated campus, serves younger students, while older students attend Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy, Illing Middle, and Manchester High, which offers a variety of clubs. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, providing a secure environment for families. Residents enjoy numerous things to do, including exploring the 10 miles of trails at Case Mountain Recreational Area, which offers stunning views and a five-arched bridge over a waterfall. Charter Oak Park features playgrounds and a music garden, while the Charter Oak Greenway follows Hop Brook. Dining options include the nostalgic Shady Glen Restaurant and Ice Cream Parlor, known for its homemade ice cream and unique “winged” cheeseburgers, and Randy’s Wooster Street Pizza. For shopping, residents frequent Highland Park Market, a specialty grocery store, and larger stores at The Shoppes at Buckland Hill. The neighborhood is also home to the Lutz Children’s Museum, Manchester Dog Park, and Manchester Country Club. Downtown Hartford is approximately 12 miles away, and Manchester Memorial Hospital is within a 3-mile drive.