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Living in Stafford can be quite pleasant for those who enjoy a quieter, more rural setting.
Covering the towns of Stafford and Union, the neighborhood of Stafford stretches about 20 miles from east to west. Throughout, there are a few smaller areas where clusters of homes appear from the woods. “As far as Connecticut goes, it’s semi-rural,” says Scott Hollister, a Realtor with eXp Realty. “It’s got good highway access and downtown is an awesome spot.” Downtown Stafford Springs is in stark contrast from the rest of the neighborhood, local shops and restaurants squish into historic buildings on Main Street, creating a walkability unique to the neighborhood. The two-lane street suited for the ruralness of Connecticut becomes a bit cramped in town, especially if drivers need to wait for the train. “The biggest thing is the racetrack,” Hollister says. The Stafford Speedway, first opened in 1870 for horse racing, now has a paved ½ mile semi-banked track with a multipurpose Media Facility and stadium seating for about 8,500 people. Stafford receives a crime score of 2 out of 10 from the CAP Index, lower than the national average of 4. There are also some smaller lakes and reservoirs throughout the neighborhood, with Middle River running through Stafford Springs.
Walking downtown Stafford Springs
Stafford Springs’ Main Street is a bit contrasted from the rest of the neighborhood. Shops and restaurants sit close together, with a few signs of the past such as the Little Lost Records store and Rustology Antiques and Oddities. Drinks of all kinds range from weekend drinks from Off the Rails Brewing Co, flights of cider from Stafford Cidery and views of the train while sipping coffee at Stafford Coffee Company. “The walkability downtown is awesome,” says Hollister. “It’s one of my favorite quaint downtowns. It’s not quite Vermont, but it has its charm.” As Main Street transitions into West Stafford Road, Kolossos Restaurant and Pizza along with Basil’s, an American-Italian grill, appears just before more national retailers such as Dollar General and a Big Y World Class Market for a grocery run.
Little Lost Records specializes in vinyl records, offering a selection of new and used albums.
Stafford Coffee Company offers a variety of coffee drinks including espresso and lattes.
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Close neighbors in downtown or stretched between woods
The closer to downtown homes are, the closer they sit to each other. While they are rarely pressed against each other or share walls, they do have smaller yard sizes and may be set closer to the road. With Stafford’s large area, there is a large range of houses and build years, beginning from when the town was first settled in 1719 up to newer constructions built on more land. Cape Cods, split-levels, bi-levels, bungalows, ranch and Colonial Revivals are all scattered throughout the neighborhood. Prices range from $122,000 for a bungalow needing renovations to $515,000 for a Cape Cod with over 12 acres. Some of the homes that are centered around lakes in the neighborhood may have a homeowners association. There are some older homes, with Colonials from 1850 and Saltboxes from the 1720s scattered throughout. With the sprawling area of Stafford, there are also opportunities for homes with land, with some reaching up to $987,000 for a ranch with 23 acres that come with a horse pasture. Those who want to simply purchase land can expect prices between $20,000 for a plot in downtown and $385,000 for about 3 acres and a view of Crystal Lake.
The median home value in Stafford is approximately $217,000.
Buying a home in Stafford offers the opportunity to enjoy a peaceful and community-oriented.
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9,000 acres to explore and berries along Main Street
Within Stafford Springs, Hyde Park’s mixture of forest and open air can be a good spot for both hikers and children looking for a playground. Along Main Street, the Main Street Fruit Tree Trail has various berries and herbs planted throughout the summer, open to anyone walking by. To the east of the neighborhood, Nipmuck State Forest and Bigelow Hollow State Park cover a combined 9,000 acres with hiking trails and access to several ponds with boat and fishing options.
Hyde Park has baseball, soccer fields and a walking trail along the river.
The Main Street Fruit Tree Trail is a community project aimed at enhancing the Main Street area.
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Stafford and Union public schools funneling into Stafford High
Students living in Stafford begin at West Stafford School, which receives a C from Niche, for prekindergarten and kindergarten. Stafford Elementary receives a C-plus and holds first through fifth grade. Stafford Middle, with a C from Niche, is for sixth through eighth grade. Students who live in Union attend Union Elementary School for kindergarten through eighth grade. They can then choose to attend Stafford High School, which receives a B and has over 20 clubs and organizations for students to participate in.
Stafford Middle School is a public school located in Stafford Springs, CT.
Stafford Elementary School is a public school located in Stafford Springs, CT.
Stafford High School is an above average, public school located in Stafford Springs, CT.
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Seasonal events and weekly races at the speedway
Seasonal events, such as Stafford Winterfest and Stafford Summerfest and Fireworks, bring the town to life. The Summerfest has a little more room to breath, being located at the high school, while the intimacy of the Winterfest on Main Street has a Parade of Lights that steps off at 5 p.m. The Stafford Speedway’s paved track has events for modified cars such as weekly Friday races and the Annual NAPA Spring Sizzler.
Stafford Speedway hosts a variety of racing events, including weekly NASCAR races.
The speedway features a half-mile asphalt oval track, which hosts various racing events.
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Driving to bigger cities, like Hartford
Interstate 84 runs through the eastern section of the neighborhood, while U.S. Route 190 goes straight through the neighborhood. With the distance to larger cities such as Hartford, Enfield and Springfield, Massachusetts, most residents drive. “People don’t think twice about driving,” says Hollister.
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Parks in this Area
Shenipsit State Forest
Trails
Hiking
Hyde Park
Bigelow Hollow State Park
Palmer Kendall Mountain Conservation
Trails
Hiking
Somers Recreation Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Kimball Forest
Trails
Transit
Airport
Bradley International
48 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Stafford
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 Stafford, CT sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Stafford, CT over the last 12 months is $317,447, down 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This home exemplifies the perfect blend of classic Victorian architecture complete with maple flooring and tin ceilings and the conveniences of modern living! The kitchen features brand new appliances for the buyer's enjoyment, a great island to gather and entertain and stay cozy in the winter months with a wood stove in the mudroom/sitting room area. A super walk-in pantry offers tons of extra
Nestled on a stunning private 2-acre lot within walking distance to Crystal Lake, this charming 3-bedroom Cape offers the perfect blend of modern updates and classic character. Enjoy the beauty of gorgeous hardwood floors, complemented by brand-new GE stainless steel kitchen appliances and a pellet stove for warm, cozy nights. Step outside to relax on the oversized deck and enjoy the peaceful
Description: Beauty by the Lake Stafforville reservoir with lake beach rights. This colonial style house with 3 levels is all new inside and outside sitting up on a hill with magnificent views of the lake. This is like a new construction with so many updates to describe here. First floor offers an open concept living/ family room, kitchen, office area/ 3rd bedroom but no closet inside, full
Recently renovated 2 bed 1 bath no one over or under separate from rest of house. Walk to the lake. Very quiet neighborhood. All newer appliances. New flooring no carpets. Recently upgraded. Also have one available for 1350 a month 2 bedroom 1 bath as well.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
6,782
Median Age
48
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,260
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$109,720
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.3%
College Graduates
27.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.3%
% Population in Labor Force
71.4%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
10''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
6/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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