One of Hartford’s most intriguing areas is the neighborhood of Frog Hollow. It is an area of mixed use, containing state office buildings, a 24-acre historic cemetery, a major public park, shops, restaurants and residences. The neighborhood got its name from the marshes created by the Park River when it flowed through the area. Due to its proximity to downtown Hartford, it is regarded as a working-class residential area, spanning about 35 square blocks in size. The northern edge of the neighborhood was originally defined by the Park River, which has been diverted underground in modern times. The southern edge was lined by the factories that once employed many local residents, but those structures are now being repurposed into commercial properties or apartment buildings. The neighborhood as a whole is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Shop organic produce and artisan products at the Farmers Market in Frog Hollow.
Neighborhood revitalization
As diverse as Frog Hollow is, it is supported by a dedicated Neighborhood Revitalization Zone organization. While the main goal for this group is to revitalize Frog Hollow through the collaborative involvement of residents and businesses, it is also responsible for developing and promoting neighborhood activities such as festivals and information meetings. Another organization “activated” a vacant lot with the help of grant funds to create a community space in which residents gather for events, workshops and activities. It has become a place that people congregate, using it for barbeques, special events and creating art and murals on the walls. Another local organization is active throughout the year running successful and sustainable social enterprises and providing local food access through a farmers’ market.
Multi-family housing near downtown
Frog Hollow was developed between about 1850 and 1930, and still contains a remarkable concentration of residential housing from that period. The area is mostly defined by multi-family buildings, with prices typically ranging between $250,000 and $400,000. Townhomes in the Quaker Green subdivision are also available, many of which built in the early 2010s and come with modern appliances and garages.
Many homes in Frog Hollow are multi-family duplexes.
Folk Victorian homes are typical in Frog Hollow, Hartford, CT.
Early 20th-century brick architecture is often restored in the neighborhood of Frog Hollow.
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Hartford Public Schools
Hartford Public Schools participates in a school choice program in which families can apply to schools outside of their residential neighborhood and for which transportation is provided. Two district schools are centrally located in the Frog Hollow neighborhood: María C. Colón Sánchez Elementary which has an overall C-minus Niche grade and the Burns Latino Studies Academy. These schools are followed by McDonough Middle School and Hartford Public High, which has a student-teacher ratio of 9-to-1 according to Niche.
Pope Park and community gardening
Pope Park is a 79-acre park that offer residents a greenspace in an urban setting with two athletic fields, a recreation center, a pond, basketball courts, an outdoor pool and other amenities. A local group, Friends of Pope Park, advocates to preserve the park and ensure it continues to do so as it has for more than a century. This includes developing a community garden in which residents can apply and work their own garden plots.
Residents of Frog Hollow can jog along the trail at Pope Park.
Pope Park's playground features multiple slides and seating.
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Local shops along Park Street
As a mixed-use neighborhood, Frog Hollow is characterized by retail shops, residences and nearby schools. Park Street is a main road through the neighborhood, and it features wide sidewalks for pedestrian traffic to frequent the shops, boutiques, cafes, bars, banks and general commercial activity of an active neighborhood. Just over a mile away is downtown Hartford, offering residents access to theaters, museums, restaurants and shopping. El Mercado offers Hispanic grocery shopping and a variety of restaurants to residents. In addition, there are local markets, salons, convenience stores within the neighborhood as well as several national chain stores. There is a new branch of the Hartford Public Library in the neighborhood, built on the site of the historic Lyric Theater.
Red Rock in Frog Hollow features late-night munchies and weekend brunches.
Fire and Spice offers vegan options to the locals of Frog Hollow, Hartford, CT.
There are many small businesses in Frog Hollow, Hartford, CT.
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The skyline of Frog Hollow is a collection of towering buildings and residential homes.
Easy access to downtown
Frog Hollow is easily accessible to downtown Hartford via Park Street and Capitol Avenue and to the two Interstate highways that serve the area, Interstate 84 and Interstate 91. Union Station provides rail service to Springfield and New Haven, which connects with the Amtrak Northeast Corridor service. CT Transit provides intercity bus services from downtown Hartford to its neighborhoods.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Frog Hollow
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Frog Hollow, Hartford sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Frog Hollow, Hartford over the last 12 months is $310,000, up 32% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Fantastic opportunity for an owner occupant or investor. Two-family property in Hartford's Frog Hollow neighborhood. Turn key opportunity with good income potential. Both units are 2 bed/1 bath with EIK and living room. The property offers gas heat and hot water with separate and tenant paid. The electric is updated to circuit breakers and also separate and tenant paid. Units are semi-remodeled
Calling all owner occupied buyers and investors! Take a look at this remodeled 4 family in Frog Hollow - close proximity to Hartford Hospital, Colt Park & Trinity College. The property features (2) 1 bed apartments on the 1st floor and 2nd + 3rd floor offer big 3 bed units with LR, DR & EIK. All 3 units have been renovated, including: kitchens, baths, flooring, paint, fixtures, interior/exterior
Investors take notice, unique opportunity to transform this iconic Building on Park St. with This 5 Unit Mixed Use Building boasting 4 Residential and 1 Commercial space ready for you to renovate and bring your creative designs too. Located conveniently near shopping, banks, and public transpiration this opportunity doesn't come around often. This property is framed with many brand new windows
Park Place Towers is nestled in a private park in the heart of Hartford, so work or play is just minutes away. It’s only steps from our door to in-town bus lines and two short blocks to I-84 and access to the interstate highway system. Live close to theaters, the arts, music, sporting events, shopping, renowned universities, great restaurants, and exciting nightlife. Park Place Towers ... the
A prime multi-family opportunity in the South End of Hartford! This well-maintained 4-family home offers a functional layout, hardwood flooring, and plenty of natural light. Enjoy separate entrances and utilities.
Capitol Lofts Apartments is within walking distance of the Connecticut State Capitol. These revitalized lofts have one- and two-bedroom apartments that are suited to all household sizes. Each apartment is spacious and thoughtfully designed, featuring the latest technology while preserving the charm of the original exposed brick walls. With laundry facilities on every floor, available community
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
9,088
Median Age
32
Population Density
21 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.2%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$33,520
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$55,417
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
65.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
15%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.6%
% Population in Labor Force
62.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
88/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
65/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
