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Farmington

Farmington

Suburban Neighborhood in New Britain, Connecticut

Hartford County 06032, 06085

$553,040 Average Value
$261 Average Price per Sq Ft
25 Homes For Sale

Convenience, history and luxury

With easy access to Interstate 84 and an abundance of open space, Farmington is a quiet, commuter-friendly town. Although it's close to the interstate, the town doesn't suffer from an abundance of noise pollution. "Farmington is right on 84, and even if you're commuting to New York, it's convenient to live there,” says Kathy Murphy, a real estate agent with Keller Williams Legacy Partners. "Especially in New England, I think the most valuable real estate is near the major highways."

From stunning Saltboxes to magnificent mansions

Like in much of the country, the housing market in Connecticut is tight. If a house in a town like Farmington goes up for sale, with easy access to highways and open land, expect it to go fast. One of the most famous houses in town is a 21-bed, 39-bath, almost 52,000-square-foot mega-mansion owned by ex-boxer Mike Tyson and recently by rapper 50 Cent. While most Farmington residents may not be looking for a palatial mansion, there are many million-dollar-plus homes on the market. Buyers can find more modest homes ranging from $210,000 to $500,000 for 3-4 bath and bed setups. Some of the houses with the most character can be found in the town's historic district, in the heart of Farmington. The historic district’s streets are lined with stately homes set back on spacious, neatly trimmed lawns. Traditional New England styles such as Cape Cod, Saltbox and colonial revival are prevalent in this area. Outside of the historic district, numerous mini-mansions, sprawling new traditional estates and even smaller brick ranch-style builds can be found across Farmington. Many residents put a lot of care and effort into their homes, and one can see that walking past the manicured yards and landscaping. "Farmington has a distinct historic district," Murphy says. "They've been able to maintain it by being very careful about zoning."

Top-rated, historic education

While there is a wide variety of highly rated private schools nearby, the public options in the neighborhood are also stellar. Many young students start out with grades K-4 at Noah Wallace School, before moving up to West Woods Upper Elementary for 5th and 6th grade. Both schools receive an A rating from Niche. For 7th and 8th grade, many students move up to Irving A. Robbins Middle, which also gets an A rating from Niche. Farmington High houses almost 1,300 students from grades 9-12 and earns a stellar A-plus grade from Niche. Miss Porter's School is a prominent all-girls college preparatory boarding school in the center of town that's been open since 1843. This prestigious institution has had many influential graduates such as Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis.

Scenic central Connecticut natural attractions

The Tunxis Country Club and The Country Club of Farmington are situated in the middle of the neighborhood, just off the historic district. The two clubs are divided by the Farmington River. These are both popular places to golf unique, challenging courses along the river. Meadow Land is a spacious expanse of fields and walking paths next to the golf courses, sitting along the Farmington River. Visitors can drop a canoe or kayak in the river, take a dip and swim around, or float down the river on a sunny afternoon. Residents of this community have the outdoors right in their backyard, and plenty of wide-open spaces to enjoy. The popular Farmington Canal Heritage Trail runs through town, providing access to towns in New England stretching all the way down to New Haven.

Fresh and frozen food in Farmington

While there are limited dining and shopping options considering the spacious layout of Farmington, residents will find all they need on a weekly basis. George’s Pizza & Restaurant is a highly rated local option for Italian fare, with an extensive menu and large portions. For groceries and other essentials, Stop & Shop is wedged in between Farmington Avenue and the Farmington River.

Convenient travel

Farmington’s proximity to the highway, easy access to the surrounding area, different types of employment, calm historic center and natural beauty all make the town a community worth exploring. Downtown Hartford is less than 10 miles to the east, while Bristol is just over 10 miles to the west. Bus lines run on Farmington Avenue, offering residents a car-free option along the community’s main artery.

Fun in Farmington

Residents and visitors alike can visit the Hill-Stead Museum, a colonial revival-style home built in 1901 that's listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The museum has a collection of impressionist paintings by artists like Claude Monet and Edgar Degas, and guests can attend events hosted by the museum like the nationally acclaimed Sunken Garden Poetry Festival.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Bradley International

45 min drive

Bus

Colt HWY & Amberwoods Rehab

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South Rd & Kinder Care

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Farmington Ave & Old Mountain Rd

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Farmington Ave Opp Lenola Dr

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School St & South Main St

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Colt HWY & Otis Elevator

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Batterson Park Rd & Fienemann Rd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Farmington US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 2 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 2 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 2 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$460,000
Median Single Family Price
$587,500
Median Townhouse Price
$317,000
Median 2 Bedroom Price
$247,300
Median 1 Bedroom Price
$191,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$261
Number of Homes for Sale
25
Last 12 months Home Sales
327
Months of Supply
0.90
Median List Price
$465,950
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
8,179
Median Year Built
1977
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,393
Above the national average
1,935
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,746
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,347
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
778
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
22,651

Open Houses

  • Sunday, Apr 27
    1am - 3pm

    78 Birdseye Rd, Farmington, CT 06032

    $625,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 1.5 Baths
    • 2,022 Sq Ft
    • 78 Birdseye Rd
    • New 23 days ago

    Farmington welcomes you!! This beautifully renovated single-family home, offers modern comfort and spacious living, over 2000sqft of living space, it features four generous bedrooms and three bathrooms, providing ample space for a growing family or guests. Primary bedroom with walk-in closet and full bathroom. Kitchen with SS appliances and granite counter top. Enclosed heated porch with high

    Martha Torres Century 21 Scala Group

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  • Saturday, Apr 26
    12 - 2pm

    171 New Britain Ave, Unionville, CT 06085

    $174,900

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 960 Sq Ft
    • 171 New Britain Ave
    • New 2 days ago

    Welcome to this charming END UNIT 2-bedroom, 1-bath townhome-style condo situated in a small, well-maintained community in desirable Farmington! Located in a rarely available complex, this bright and inviting home offers two levels of living space, a dining area with slider leading to private deck overlooking a lightly wooded area and the Farmington River, and convenient upper-level washer/dryer

    Storm Steinberg Carbutti & Co., Realtors

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
27,240
Median Age
45
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$114,200
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$136,430

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.1%
College Graduates
62.1%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.3%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.1%

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

36 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

36 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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