Why Live in North Vernon
North Vernon offers a unique mix of suburban and rural living, with subdivisions nestled among expansive green forests extending from Rockville’s downtown into the Connecticut countryside. The neighborhood features abundant greenery, including rail trails for walking, Henry Park with the Fox Hill Tower, and numerous ballparks and lawns. Housing options are diverse, ranging from trailer homes to mansions, catering to a wide range of preferences and budgets. Streets are typically quiet and shaded, lacking sidewalks, with many homes built between the 1950s and 1980s. Home styles include three-bedroom Colonial Revival, Cape Cod, and raised ranch-style homes, with prices starting around $300,000. Older homes needing some care can be found for under $200,000, while townhouses near Rockville are priced around $170,000. The neighborhood also includes two mobile home parks, High Manor and the 55-plus community Vernon Village. Waterfront Cape Cod homes by Middle and Lower Bottom Lake are available for around $300,000 for smaller properties, with larger two-story Colonial Revival homes costing at least $500,000.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is North Vernon a good place to live?
North Vernon is a good place to live. North Vernon is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. North Vernon has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.2 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $93,280 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 40.4% of residents. A majority of residents in North Vernon are home owners, with 41.3% of residents renting and 58.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving North Vernon can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
North Vernon neighborhood guide.
Is North Vernon, CT a safe neighborhood?
North Vernon, CT is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in North Vernon?
The median home price in North Vernon is $324,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $65,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.01%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,560 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $67K a year to afford the median home price in North Vernon. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in North Vernon is $93K.
What are the best public schools in North Vernon?
The best public schools that serve North Vernon are:
- Northeast School has a B+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 11:1.
- Rockville High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
- Lake Street School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 3.0.
What are the best private schools in North Vernon?
The best private schools that serve North Vernon are:
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Home Trends in North Vernon, CT
On average, homes in North Vernon, Vernon sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in North Vernon, Vernon over the last 12 months is $335,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$360,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$183,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$264,950
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$137,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$241
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Last 12 months Home Sales
231
Median List Price
$324,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
-4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%