$446,936Average Value$271Average Price per Sq Ft22Homes For Sale
Suburban New England at its best
Occupying 40 square miles of south-central Connecticut, Wallingford is more than just a quintessential New England town. With abundant green spaces, a vibrant downtown sector and easy highway access, Wallingford pairs its convenient location between New Haven and Hartford with all the amenities homebuyers are looking for in one location. And that location just happens to be quintessentially New England. What’s more, the Wallingford Amtrak station provides service to destinations up and down the East Coast, making it even easier for residents to get to Boston, New York or any other big-city destination for work or play. “People love the small-town feel of Wallingford,” says real estate agent Seth Winkleman. “It’s suburban New England at its best.”
The great outdoors
With over 30 parks from which to choose, residents of Wallingford are never at a loss for outdoor spots. Tyler Mill Preserve features miles of trails through the wooded 1,500 acres of protected public open space and is favored by mountain bikers, horseback riders and hikers. The 2.1-mile Orchard Glen Trail is another popular hiking spot, and the Quinnipiac River Linear Trail is mostly paved, making it an ideal option for cyclists and families. Lufbery Park is home to The Flying Ace Disc Golf Course, with 18 holes covering a challenging course featuring plenty of trees. Pragemann Park offers access to athletic fields, picnic tables grills, while Harrison Park has 8 tennis courts and a baseball diamond. Four-legged family members even have their own park, the Wallingford Dog Park. Winkleman also mentions Doolittle Park and Community Lake Park as popular with locals. Doolittle Park is home to the Walingford Community Playground and the Wallingford Garden Market farmers market, while Community Lake Park offers anglers the opportunity to fish from the banks of Community Lake. And golfers need not feel left out, as they can tee off at Wheeler Family Traditions Golf Club, a public 18-hole course staffed by PGA-certified teaching professionals.
Relax and go fishing at the Wharton Brook State Park in Wallingford.
Check out the 18-hole disc golf course at the Lufbery park.
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A vibrant and eclectic downtown sector
Downtown Wallingford is stocked with a variety of local retailers and service providers, so residents here don’t have to travel far to do a little shopping. From clothing to home accessories, downtown has a shop to satisfy just about any need. But just in case, national retailers like Walmart Supercenter, Kohl’s, Lowe’s and PetCo are located in the northern section of town. For some indoor entertainment, Holiday Cinemas 14 shows the latest releases in theaters featuring stadium seating and Blue Ox Axe Throwing invites visitors to take their best shot under the supervision of trained professionals to ensure safety. And the Toyota Oakdale Theater is nationally renowned for its productions, which range from comedy shows to Broadway shows to holiday classics like “The Nutcracker.”
All that activity can lead to hunger, and Wallingford delivers on the food front. No self-respecting resident of Connecticut would publicly admit to preferring a plain-old grilled or griddled cheeseburger, instead proclaiming the superiority of the Connecticut invention known as the steamed cheeseburger. American Steamed Cheeseburgers continues the tradition born in the 1920s in Middletown, serving up the Connecticut classic to hungry diners. Pair it with a Moxie Soda, and it’s hard to go wrong. For a slightly more upscale dining experience, Michael’s Trattoria offers highly rated Italian cuisine, and the Library Wine Bar & Bistro serves a wide variety of entrees ranging from fresh seafood to pasta to steak in the building that originally served as Walingford’s original public library. Home chefs will appreciate the abundance of grocery stores in town, including Stop & Shop, ALDI and ShopRite.
Spend an evening in downtown Wallingford.
Invest in a home in the charming and safe city of Wallingford.
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A place to call home
The median price of homes in Wallingford is $375,000, and buyers should expect to pay an average of $247 per square foot. Prices for manufactured homes here start at $53,000 for a two-bedroom/one-bathroom and can go up to $185,000 for a two-bedroom/two-bathroom. Condominium prices range from $86,000 for a one-bedroom/one-bathroom to $550,000 for a two-bedroom/three-bathroom. Prices for detached single-family homes start at $200,000 for a three-bedroom/two-bathroom Cape Cod and go up to $1.2 million for a sprawling five-bedroom/five-bathroom farmhouse-style home with a detached in-law cottage.
There are many split level homes in Wallingford.
Many homes in Wallingford sit on large lots.
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Wallingford schools
The Wallingford School District earns an overall rating of B from Niche, and local area schools include Cook Hill School for first and second grade, Pond Hill Elementary for third through fifth, James H. Moran Middle School for sixth through eighth and Mark T. Sheehan High School for ninth through twelfth. Cook Hill and Pond Hill both earn a B from Niche, Moran earns a B-minus and Sheehan earns a B-plus. Students at Mark T. Sheehan High School can participate in more than 40 school-sponsored clubs, and they have the opportunity to play more than 30 varsity-level sports. There are also several highly rated private schools in the area, including Choate Rosemary Hall, ranked as the best private school in the state by Niche, which gives it an A-plus rating.
Kids love to learn at Pond Hill Elementary School in Wallingford.
The local Sheeran High School received a B plus rating from Niche.
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I-91, the train keeps residents moving
Commuters traveling to other parts of Connecticut only have to drive about 14 miles south on I-91 to New Haven and 28 miles north on I-91 to Hartford. Residents looking to skip the highways can access the bus along the many stops along the main thoroughfares. And to go a little further, the Wallingford Amtrak station is conveniently located off North Cherry Street, with trains traveling up and down the East Coast.
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Parks in this Area
Dutton Park
Doolittle Park
Wallingford Dog Park
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Park
Wallingford Vietnam Veterans Monument
Pragemman Park
Robert Wallace Park
Wharton Brook State Park
Harrison Park
Transit
Airport
Tweed/New Haven
28 min drive
Bus
N Colony St & Church St
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Barnes Ind Park Rd N & Fosdick Co
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Barnes Ind Park N & Dne Corp
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Wharton Brook Dr & S Elm St
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Long Hill Rd & Tremper Dr
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S Colony Rd & Commuter Park
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S Colony Rd & Demartino's
Reviews
Homes.com Reviews
5.01 Review
5.0Past Resident
5/8/2024Homes.com Review
Explore Wallingford, CT: A hidden gem nestled amidst nature’s beauty, boasting low crime rates, good schools, and a thriving real estate market. Embrace the convenience of its well-connected mass transit system and revel in its well-managed community vibe. With some of the lowest property taxes in New Haven County and an abundance of parks, Wallingford offers a high-quality lifestyle at a price that’s just right, making it a coveted choice in the NYC metro area.
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Wallingford
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Wallingford, CT sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Wallingford, CT over the last 12 months is $394,870, up 7% 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
44,322
Median Age
45
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.2%
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
$94,116
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$109,419
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.9%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
37.5%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.6%
% Population in Labor Force
66.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
31''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
36/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
45/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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