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Middle Haddam has a small population is noted for its tranquil and rural atmosphere.
Maintaining a history in Rural Connecticut
First established as a port on the Connecticut River in the early 18th century, Middle Haddam takes pride in maintaining its historical status. It was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1984, and there are 58 historic buildings in the district. A majority of these date back to before 1835, including the library and post office. Home sales in this area are an intriguing mix of properties from the historic era, along with newer construction from the late 20th and early 21st centuries. With parks and lakes surrounding them, Middle Haddam residents can enjoy outdoor recreation, such as the Air Line State Park Trail. “These old railroad lines have been turned into trails,” says Todd Hatfield, a Realtor with Executive Real Estate and resident of Middle Haddam for 30 years. “Because the trains couldn’t go uphill, the trails are nice and level.”
Modern Colonials and Cape Cod homes
Many of the buildings in Middle Haddam were constructed in the Federal style between 1790 and 1835, but this style of home only goes on the market occasionally. A refurbished home from the 1800s could sell for around $525,000. “Historic houses used to take longer to sell because of the maintenance,” says Hatfield. “But everything is selling faster because of low inventory.” However, there is new construction happening outside of the historic district in a small development on Long Hill Road. These Colonial and Cape Cod homes range from $480,000 for 2 bedrooms to $600,000 for 5 bedrooms. Houses built in the 90s and 00s can also be found in that price range, they tend to be more spaced out and sit on partially wooded lots.
The charm of the homes in Middle Haddam is beyond compare.
Residents of Middle Haddam take plenty of pride with their lawns.
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Trails for hikers and mountain bikers
Hurd state park sits to the south of Middle Haddam and is the neighborhood's primary place for public outdoor activities. Comprised of 991 acres of dense forest, the park provides hikers and mountain bikers with a vast trail network. It's also common to see park visitors go on guided and independent horse rides under the shady canopy. Hurd Park is also on the east bank of the Connecticut River, making it a hotspot kayakers, boater and fishers. In the winter, the park becomes the premier destination for activities like cross-country skiing.
Listen to the sound of rushing water at Hurd State Park in Middle Haddam.
Enjoy shade and a picnic at Hurd State Park.
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Pizzeria DaVinci offers delicious thin crust pizza and huge grinders.
Local Pizza and nearby shops in East Hampton
Pizzeria DaVinci is the neighborhood's closest restaurant and has been serving West High Street for over 10 years. the Pizza shop is locally famous for its New Haven Pizza and sliders. Grocery Shopping can be done at the Stop & Shop by Lake Pocotoppaug, 3.2 miles up West High Street. This area is also home to several chain and local dining spots like the Lakeside Bar and Grill in East Hampton. The establishments offer weekday specials and live music on the weekends. The lake’s clear waters are visible from the outdoor seating section.
Farms in rural Middle Haddam commonly have horses.
A culture of agriculture
Fire Ring Farm on is a local community funded agribusiness that helps support Middle Hadam and other nearby communities with locally grown produce and event spaces. Some of hosted events include summer camps and herbalist classes. The farm's Summer Camp Program is provided by the Everyone Outside Children's Program and can included nature tours, harvesting and herb mixing classes, nature journalling and even frog catching.
East Hampton High School has 534 students where children of Middle Haddam can attend.
Center Elementary School has a new greenhouse
Elementary-aged students can attend Center Elementary School off of Summit Street, which gets a B rating on Niche. In 2023, it opened a grant-funded greenhouse to provide fresh food and learning opportunities for its students. East Hampton Middle on Childs Road scores a B-minus on Niche. The school's theater department hosts student performed productions like Beauty and the Beaston the weekends. East Hampton High is off of North Maple Street and gets a B-grade from Niche.
Middle Haddam is almost completely car dependent, with little to no sidewalks.
Winding roads that are highway-bound
Middle Haddam is almost completely car dependent, with little to know sidewalks, large spaces between amenities and only two bus stops for the entire area. Middle Haddam Road and West High Street are the neighborhood's two main throughfares and all other local roads sprout from them. The few minor roads that exist are narrow and winding and typically don't get regular replacements due to low traffic. With Middle Haddam Road and Portland-Cobalt Road turning into highways 151 and 66, a trip to nearby Portland and Middletown are only 5.6 miles away.
Christ Church built in the late 1700's anchors the center of the historic district.
Red tape in the historic district
Given that Middle Haddam is registered as a historic region, the Middle Haddam Historic District Commission governs the area's zoning. Folks looking to build homes or facilities in the Historic District are likely to face a number of restrictions and regulation meant to preserve the area's physical culture. Property owners must apply for a certificate of appropriateness when making exterior changes that can be viewed publicly.
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Parks in this Area
George Dudley Seymour State Park
Picnic Area
Trails
River
Airline State Park Trail (Mileage Marker)
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Machimoodus State Park
Camping
Picnic Area
Trails
Hurd State Park
Bike Trails
Fishing
Picnic Area
Higganum Reservoir State Park
Boating
Fishing
Picnic Area
Seven Falls State Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Hiking
Transit
Airport
Tweed/New Haven
56 min drive
Bus
Middletown & Hog Hill
Bus
Route 16 & Route 66 Outbound
Bus
W High Cobalt Center
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Middle Haddam
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Middle Haddam, Middletown sell after 116 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Middle Haddam, Middletown over the last 12 months is $425,718, down 8% 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
1,137
Median Age
49
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$124,848
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$147,396
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.2%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
37.5%
Advanced Degrees
13.6%
% Population in Labor Force
70.6%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
2/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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