Clay Arsenal is one of Hartford's oldest neighborhoods, developed in the middle of the 19th.
City living in Hartford
When it comes to amenities, this neighborhood just north of Hartford’s downtown indeed has a lot in its arsenal. Residents are within walking distance of numerous grocery stores and restaurants and Downtown Hartford and three spacious parks aren’t much farther away. With Clay Arsenal’s large number of multi-family residences, residents can feel more like they’re in the Big Apple even if it’s still 100 miles away. “If you're looking for a New York-type atmosphere where the city doesn't really sleep, where you're close to downtown and public transportation, this is the place for you,” says James Bradshaw, Realtor with Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices who has been selling properties for almost 20 years. “It's for people who are comfortable living in the city.”
Single-family and multi-family homes
Main Street splits the neighborhood into two sections. Clay Hill is on the west side, named after its clayey soil, and the Arsenal District is on the east, named after the armory which once stood in the area. Hence, the name Clay Arsenal. Most residences can be found in Clay Hill. Colonial Revival and Italianate duplexes and multifamily residences are common, along with townhouses. Single-family detached Colonial Revival homes occasionally enter the market as well. Most residences were constructed either in the early 1900s or 1980s Lots are typically between 4,000 and 8,000 square feet, with chain-link fences and sidewalks out front. Single-family homes range from $140,000 to $275,000, while multi-family ones fetch between $250,000 and $400,000.
Colonial Revival architecture reflects a prominent style that gained popularity in Clay Arsenal.
Townhouses are popular providing different options for families in Clay Arsenal.
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Hartford Union Station offers a bus and train transportation hub serving the city.
Cars, trains and buses
Most residents are about a 5-minute drive to Downtown Hartford, Hartford Union Station and Interstates 84 and 91. Bus routes that go through Clay Arsenal include lines 40 and 42.
Education in Clay Arsenal
Students can attend a variety of magnet or non-magnet schools, potentially starting off at Wish Museum School from pre-K to fifth grade before moving up to Milner School through eighth grade and finishing up at Capital Preparatory Magnet School. Wish Museum School and Milner School receive C-minus ratings from Niche, while Capital Preparatory School earns a C. The curriculum at Wish Museum School is heavily museum-based, and students are encouraged to express themselves artistically, clubs at the school including a sewing club, media club and drum line.
Wish Museum School serves grades Pk-5 in Hartford, CT.
Milner Middle School serves students through eighth grade.
The Capital Preparatory Magnet School serves students K-12.
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A taste of the Caribbean
Residents are within walking distance to a plethora of supermarkets and smaller grocery stores, such as Save A Lot and D & D Supermarket. Readers of the CT Post ranked Island Fish Head & Jay’s Smoothie Bar as the best Jamaican restaurant in the entire state. The establishment is especially known for their seafood “rasta pasta.” Along with Jamaican restaurants, Hartford is also known for its Puerto Rican eateries, and Clay Arsenal is no exception. Alcapurrias, guisados and other Puerto Rican staples can be enjoyed at Aqui Me Quedo Restaurant II.
Residents of Clay Arsenal are within walking distance to Save A Lot.
The Island Fish Head in Clay Arsenal, Hartford, CT.
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Riverside Park provides trails for walking, running, and biking areas to enjoy with your family.
Parks, parks, parks
Clay Arsenal residents are roughly between three sprawling green spaces. Keney Park is one of the largest public parks in New England, featuring a splash pad, playgrounds and a golf course which was rated by Golfweek as the best one in the entire state. There’s also Riverside Park. “In the summer, they have festivals with food and vendors. There’s also a boat ramp down there,” says Norm Hamilton, a Realtor with NextHome who has been selling houses in the area for 18 years. The park also features a paved trail which follows the Connecticut River and leads to downtown attractions like The Connecticut Science Center. And right downtown, locals will find Bushnell Park, the country’s first publicly funded park, which notably features a 1914 carousel. There are also a few smaller parks within the neighborhood’s boundaries such as Dominick Delucco Park, which offers playgrounds and basketball courts.
The Xfinity Theatre contributes to Hartford's cultural, entertainment scene, and music.
Nearby concerts and performances
Locals can enjoy musical concerts and more at the Xfinity Theatre just east of the neighborhood. Events in Downtown Hartford include The Greater Hartford Festival of Jazz.
Crime prevention
Clay Arsenal scores an overall 8 on the CAP Index, with a 10 in homicide. But groups like Hartford Communities That Care (HCTC) are stepping up to the plate to make the neighborhood, and the entire city, a safer place for all. Among other services, HCTC offers a free summer camp for children ages five to 13 with a focus on social-emotional learning.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Clay Arsenal
US
Homicide
10
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
9
4
Robbery
9
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Clay Arsenal, Hartford sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Clay Arsenal, Hartford over the last 12 months is $257,225, up 23% 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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,875
Median Age
31
Population Density
21 ppl/acre
Population under 18
34.1%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.4%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$22,918
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$34,002
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
5.6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
1%
% Population in Labor Force
51.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
53/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
72/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
56/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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