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A historic and semi-rural community minutes from Downtown Mystic
Long before the drawbridge was built in Downtown Mystic, Old Mystic was a carriage stop to the north where travelers could cross the Mystic River where it is just a stream. Wood-framed homes, a church and businesses were soon built in this 18th-century village. “It’s the oldest in Mystic,” says Greg Broadbent, an associate broker with Re/Max Coast and Country, who built his family home on 4 acres of land west of the village in what is now Groton. Since its founding, Old Mystic has grown to encompass over 5 square miles. “Old Mystic's Town Center is a tiny version of Downtown Mystic,” he says. “The rest of the neighborhood is newer homes on larger lots. People move up here for the land and to be close to downtown.”
With several newer developments built among farmland and nature preserves in Old Mystic, the city has come to offer a taste of country living without the remoteness of rural life. “The closer you are to the coastline, the more you’ll pay,” says Ann Bergendahl, broker-owner of Willow Properties and a 17-year veteran of Mystic real estate. “The more north you go, the more acreage you’ll get for your buck. In Old Mystic, you’re still only 20 minutes from the beach.”
From historic homes to classic suburban houses, Old Mystic offers homebuyers more space, less congestion and a stunning wooded landscape of rolling hills and stone walls to call home.
Mystic, CT is chalk full of converted farmhouses that now operate as businesses.
On a beautiful day in Mystic, consider shopping at one of it's many outdoor malls.
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Old Mystic is intersected by the mighty 3-mile long Mystic River.
Proximity to water and the downtown influences home prices
Newly constructed waterfront homes and new properties minutes from Downtown Mystic can list for $1.25 million to $2.3 million in Old Mystic. Manufactured homes in the same area are the lower-priced option, ranging from $80,000 to $200,000. Lovingly cared-for historic colonials in the village with wide plank floors and exposed wood beams can sell for between $475,000 and $625,000. Farther west, homebuyers can expect to pay between $200,000 and $525,000 for ranch-style homes or raised ranches with attached garages and large picture windows. Cape Cods with back decks and walk-out basements are a close second, selling from $300,000 to $575,000. Larger colonial revival homes, often with 4 bedrooms and a half-acre or more land, list for $500,000 to $875,000. Condominiums with riverfront views or to the west with secure entrances, extra storage and community amenities are priced from $215,000 to $550,000.
Dine al-fresco at the Olde Mistic Village collection of restaurants and shoppes.
Eateries, shops and the Mystic Aquarium
and chairs. “It’s a fantastic family-run business and is very popular,” Broadbent says. South of the town center along Interstate 95, Olde Mistick Village is a shopping center modeled after a colonial village. The property offers a meeting house for events and dozens of stores and restaurants, such as Sticky Situations, a family-owned shop specializing in honey across the U.S., from California orange blossom to Connecticut peppermint. Rio Salado, an upscale eatery across the street, serves modern Mexican cuisine in its bright, spacious interior or on the outdoor private patio. Visitors are also drawn to the Mystic Aquarium next door. With shark touch tanks, beluga whales, and sea lions serving as honored birthday party guests, the Mystic Aquarium is a popular place for families. McQuade’s Marketplace is the nearest grocery store south of the aquarium, and in the western part of the neighborhood, Whittle’s Willow Spring Farm Market is famous for its corn, apple-picking and pumpkins.
Groton Middle School offers amenities such as outdoor seating.
Groton schools with advanced studies
The schools that serve Old Mystic belong to the Groton School District, which receives an overall grade of B-plus from Niche. Elementary students can choose from five intra-district magnet-themed schools, the closest being Northeast Academy Arts Magnet, a B-rated elementary that blends the arts with core academics. Groton Middle, another B school, is an international baccalaureate (IB) world school with a STEAM focus emphasizing collaboration and global responsibility. Robert E. Fitch High, which scores a B-plus, offers advanced placement, IB and University of Connecticut courses to enhance its students’ knowledge and career preparation.
Walk along Coogan Farm's guided path and learn all about Mystics rich history.
From wildlife sanctuaries to indoor sports centers
mile walking trail and river views. The sanctuary is accessible off River Road, which runs along the Mystic River and travels north to the Old Mystic Town Center. “River Road from start to finish is a favorite of walkers and joggers,” Broadbent says. “If you like running, a large part of it is waterfront and a great run.” The neighborhood also offers swings, jungle gyms and a half basketball court at Northeast Academy. Old Mystic Playground near the town center features similar equipment, including slides and rocking horses. The Denison Pequotsepos Nature Center, a wildlife sanctuary with over 8 miles of hiking trails and a natural history museum, is south of Olde Mistick Village and the Mystic Aquarium. It also operates Coogan Farm Nature and Heritage Center, the 1654 homestead of Captain John Gallup Jr., which features heirloom apple and pear trees in its orchard. Mystic Indoor Sports, west of the town center, offers adult and youth sports, including tennis, pickleball, lacrosse, and field hockey. The nearby 18-hole Millwood Creek Disc Golf Course is heavily wooded with rocks, trees, elevation changes and highly visible tee pads and baskets.
Festivals and holiday events at Olde Mistick Village
The Old Mystic Garlic Festival is a two-day event held every September at Olde Mistick Village. It features garlic-inspired dishes prepared by restaurants in the shopping center, a farmers market full of local vendors, live music, activities for kids and other intriguing programs, like a martial arts demonstration. The shopping center also hosts a Halloween event when children in costumes are welcome to visit stores for candy. “Olde Mistick Village is packed for the event,” Broadbent says. “We bring the kids every year. It’s one of the safest places to go trick or treating.” Other events at the shopping center include a Strawberry Festival in June, an Apple Festival in October and a Holiday Lights Spectacular in December.
Connection to all points South East Connecticut come from the SEAT bus system through Mystic.
Transportation outlets for Old Mystic residents
Some areas of Old Mystic are more walkable than others, such as the town center, where the Mystic River begins and the Old Mystic Methodist Church is located, or the Olde Mistick Village shopping center with its town green and walking paths. Southeast Area Transit or SEAT buses stop at Olde Mistick Village and connect passengers to New London via Interstate 95 and the Foxwoods Resort Casinos off Route 2. I-95 borders the neighborhood and takes drivers to Boston, 100 miles northeast, and New York City, 135 miles southwest. The closest Amtrak station is in Mystic, 5 miles at the most, and the nearest airport is Rhode Island T.F. Green International Airport in Providence, 45 miles northeast on I-95.
Flooding risk and noise pollution in Old Mystic
Homes in the Old Mystic Town Center are more susceptible to flooding because they’re located where Haleys Brook and the Mystic River come together. Homes near Red Brook and its West Branch, Fishtown Brook and Bindloss Brook are also more prone to flood waters, though most of these areas are undeveloped open spaces. While most of the neighborhood is noise pollution-free, properties along Interstate 95, which borders the neighborhood, can get noisy.
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Parks in this Area
Old Mystic Playground
Residence Inn Dog Run
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Old Mystic
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old Mystic, Groton sell after 52 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Old Mystic, Groton over the last 12 months is $458,841, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,346
Median Age
48
Population under 18
19.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$112,236
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$131,259
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.3%
College Graduates
48.7%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
25.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.1%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
11/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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