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Harwinton offers rural living next to city convenience
The rural town of Harwinton got its unique name a few hundred years ago. “Harwinton is the only town in the world with that name,” says Susan McClen, a local historian who has lived in Harwinton her whole life. “It comes from combining the names of Hartford and Windsor townships, which came together to form Harwinton in the 1700s.” The predominantly residential community has a few local businesses and several acres of land trusts dedicated to outdoor recreation. Plus, city conveniences are a short drive away. “I live on 10 acres in the woods, but I’m 10 minutes from Walmart in Torrington,” McClen says.
Harwinton is ideally located between Burlington and Torrington for easy access.
Harwinton features homes from the 1800s to 2000s, blending history and modern living.
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Houses tucked away in the woods and some lakefront properties
The town has a variety of houses built between the late 1800s and 2000s. Most homes sit on wooded back roads surrounded by mature trees offering a sense of privacy. Small cottages, ranch-style houses and split-level homes on less than an acre of land sell for around start at around $200,000 to $425,000. Similar houses on 1 to 5 acres typically cost around $350,000 to $550,000. Larger Colonial Revivals and upscale New Traditional houses with 1 to 20-acre lots sell for around $600,000 to $950,000. Some houses on Lake Harwinton have private docks. “Lake homes rarely hit the market, and they’re kind of small, so they’re actually pretty affordable,” says Sharon Chase, a local Realtor with The Washington Agency. Lake houses typically sell for $350,000 to $475,000.
Newer homes in Harwinton offer modern comfort amid scenic wooded surroundings.
Colonial Revival homes in Harwinton feature spacious lots and classic architecture.
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Trails in nature preserves and conservation areas
The Harwinton Conservation and Recreation Area features densely wooded nature trails along the trickling Leadmine Brook. There’s also a playground and sand volleyball courts. The trail at Bull Pond Preserve goes through marshland and around the 20-acre trout-stocked fishing pond. Harwinton Sports Field has several athletic facilities, and locals 55 and older can join the Harwinton Senior Center, which offers Pilates, monthly parties, and bus trips to theaters and other towns.
Harwinton Conservation Area has trails, a playground, and a scenic pond for outdoor fun.
Harwinton Sports Complex provides courts and fields for local athletes and families.
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Pizza shops around town, more stores and restaurants in Torrington
Harwinton doesn’t have a designated area for shopping and dining, and its local businesses are scattered around town. Residents can grab a slice of pizza and other specialties from Harwinton Pizza, Hometown Pizza II and Countryside Pizza Restaurant. “We have a lot of hometown pizza places, but they also have other really good food,” says Chase. “Hometown Pizza has the best clam chowder. They serve it on Fridays, and I get it every week.” There’s also The Edison Grill, a gastropub known for its artisan bar food and Sunday breakfast. The big-box retailers, grocery stores and restaurants in Torrington are about 10 to 20 minutes away.
Lucky’s Pizza in Harwinton is a local favorite for classic pies and comfort food.
The Edison Grill in Harwinton is known for artisan bar food and Sunday breakfast.
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Agriculture competitions at the Harwinton Fair
The Harwinton Fair takes place every October at the fairgrounds. The agriculture-focused fair features pig races, tractor pulls and ox-drawing challenges in which oxen pull several tons of concrete slabs. The fairgrounds also host car shows, concerts and other events throughout the year.
The Harwinton Fair brings rides, contests, and family fun every October.
Bug-A-Fair near Harwinton brings together visitors for unique events and community fun.
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College credits earned through UConn at Lewis S. Mills High School
Kindergarten through fourth-grade students attend Harwinton Consolidated School, which receives a B-plus grade from Niche, followed by Har-Bur Middle School in Burlington, also rated B-plus. Lewis S. Mills High School is in the same building as the middle school and receives an A-minus. The high school offers the UConn Early College Experience, allowing students to earn college credits through the University of Connecticut.
Harwinton Consolidated School welcomes students in pre-K through fourth grade.
Har-Bur Middle School in Burlington serves Harwinton students with small class sizes.
Lewis S. Mills High School offers college credit programs for Harwinton and Burlington teens.
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Driving distance to Hartford, New Haven and New York City
Harwinton is a car-dependent community near several state routes. It takes less than an hour to drive to Hartford, about 25 miles away, and about an hour to New Haven, 40 miles away. New York City is two and a half hours. The closest hospital is in Torrington. Bradley International Airport is about 30 miles away.
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On average, homes in Harwinton, CT sell after 74 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Harwinton, CT over the last 12 months is $434,500, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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