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Norwalk suburb with a strong sense of community
Nestled in the suburbs of Norwalk is Broad River, a neighborhood that’s convenient to major thoroughfares and nearby urban amenities but also boasts a strong community identity of its own. “Broad River is one of the more affordable places in the area that is also pretty well-located; it’s close to the highway and Route 123, which leads up into New Canaan,” says Joe Balestriere, Norwalk’s top-selling Realtor with the Balestriere Team at William Raveis. Residents driving down Route 123, or New Canaan Avenue, can find a number of places bearing the neighborhood’s name, including Broad River Church, the Broad River Animal Hospital and Broad River Park. One of the neighborhood’s biggest perks is its commercial area and walkability; residents can find boutique shops, local food markets and various dining options situated along New Canaan Ave. Residential streets branch off this main road and are lined with single-family homes.
Broad River offers plenty of shopping strips throughout the neighborhood.
The neighborhood of Broad River offers a small town feel with a bustling sense of community.
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Single-family homes built in the early to mid-1900s
Single-family homes here reflect a range of architectural styles and are often situated on smaller, nature-filled lots. “A lot of the homes were built in the early to mid-1900s,” Balestriere says. “Some of the more character-rich homes are Colonial styles that were built in the 1920s through the 50s.” He adds that Cape Cod dwellings can also be commonly found throughout the neighborhood. Additional home styles include bungalows, ranch-style residences and traditional properties. The median price of a single-family home in “the past three years is approximately $475,000, with most properties selling between roughly $400,000 and $700,000,” Balestriere says. He also adds that there are about 30 to 40 multifamily properties in the area, as well as two senior living facilities, one of which is called Brightview on New Canaan and offers award-winning assisted living and memory care services.
The town of Broad River offers quiet side streets with a variety of housing styles.
Broad River homes offer traditional architecture with a classic touch.
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Pathway options for Norwalk High School students
K-12 students here are served by the Norwalk Public Schools District, which receives an overall B-plus rating from Niche. Silvermine Elementary is a C-plus-rated primary school where young learners can start their academic journeys. Students can then continue on to either Ponus Ridge Middle or West Rocks Middle School, which are rated C-plus and B-minus, respectively. Norwalk High School is a B-plus-rated secondary institution that offers several pathway options for students, including a Digital Media & Communications Academy and a performing arts program.
Silvermine Elementary School in Norwalk serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
Norwalk High School in Norwalk serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
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Grab a breakfast bagel at Liz-Sue Bagels II
At the Tower Plaza shopping center along New Canaan Avenue, residents can browse floral arrangements and bouquets at Broad River Flowers or sit down for a manicure at the Banana Nails beauty salon. Angelo’s Specialties is a local Italian delicatessen offering a unique food market, fresh cold cuts and catering options. Also at Tower Plaza is Liz-Sue Bagels II, which Balestriere says is a popular spot with a reputation for delicious homemade bagels. Across the street is Uncle Joe’s Pizza, a family restaurant and bar that’s been in business since 1937. Down the road, additional food and produce can be found at Oriental Food Market, an Asian grocery store, and the Super 7 Food Market, a convenience store with a deli. Residents looking for a wider range of groceries can head to the nearby Stop & Shop at Main Avenue Shopping Plaza, located less than 2 miles away from the neighborhood.
Angelos Specialties in Broad River offers authentic Italian food for lunch and dinner.
Broad River residents speak highly of Liz Sue Bagels.
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Convenient access to main roads and Interstate 95
Broad River is a triangle-shaped neighborhood bounded by three major roads: Merritt Parkway, Route 7 and New Canaan Avenue. “The Route 7 connector gets you right to I-95,” Balestriere says. Interstate 95 runs through Norwalk’s downtown area and travels south into New York City. According to Balestriere, a large population of people who move to the Norwalk area are commuters looking for more affordable housing options. 2 miles north of Broad River is Merritt 7 Train Station, where commuters can catch a train into New York City or the city of Danbury. Public transportation in the area is operated by Norwalk Transit; at the Spring Hill & Ponus stop, residents can catch the bus to travel into the city’s downtown area.
Broad River conveniently runs alongside Route 7 for quick travel.
Broad River also has access to I95 for easy trips to New York City and beyond.
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Walk or bike along the Norwalk River Valley Trail
Broad River Park is a small neighborhood outdoor space with a couple of recreational amenities. “I used to play soccer there; the park also has two tennis courts,” Balestriere says, also adding that the Broad River Homes retirement facility is situated right next to the park. In addition to the tennis courts, Broad River Park also has two baseball fields and a small playground. “The Norwalk River Valley Trail will run through the neighborhood and connect down to the beach, once it is fully completed,” Balestriere says. “It will eventually extend all the way to Danbury.” The trail is 10 feet wide and allows locals to run, bike and go for a walk on a designated pedestrian path away from busy roads.
Broad River Park offers a great green space for you and your pet.
Broad River Park is a great park for little league teams and their fans.
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Annual Memorial Day Parade marches through Norwalk
Residents are only a mile away from entertainment spots in Norwalk’s downtown scene, including several museums, the Maritime Aquarium and District Music Hall, a concert venue that also hosts seminars and dance parties. “Norwalk has been really ramping up their community events recently,” Balestriere says. One popular annual celebration is the well-attended Memorial Day Parade, which kicks off at the city’s Veteran’s Memorial Park.
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Parks in this Area
Norwalk Green
Events
Multi-Purpose Field
Mathews Park
Tennis
Playground
Parking Lot
Kiwanis Park
Freese Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Tim Devine Field
Baseball/Softball
Eric Malmquist Baseball Diamond
Baseball/Softball
Broad River Park
Transit
Airport
Westchester County
33 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Broad River
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Broad River, Norwalk sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Broad River, Norwalk over the last 12 months is $649,828, 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
1,877
Median Age
45
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$109,420
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$122,925
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.1%
College Graduates
39.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
53''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
28''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
19/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
20/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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