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Hartford, CT
Hartford · Capitol Planning Region · CT 06105
Updated June 19, 2026 · Would You Live There?
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Verdict
$356K
Median Price
8/100
Walk Score
7.4/10
Schools
3 min
to Hartford, CT
Score Breakdown
FAffordability
15/100
D+Safety
55/100
BSchools
74/100
DQuietness
40/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
8/100
WYLT Score49/100
Our Take
You can find affordable housing here, but the area is very car‑dependent and crime is a concern. The low walk score and high renter occupancy make it a tougher place for families or people who want to own a home.
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The Good
- ✓Low median home value relative to the region
- ✓Strong public school options with an average rating of 7.4
- ✓Very close to downtown Hartford (3‑minute commute)
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
Real Talk
- !High renter occupancy (about 82%) means limited opportunities to buy a home
- !Walk score is practically zero – you need a car for errands
- !Median household income ($37,725) is below the national average, so the cost of living can outpace earnings
- !Urban setting with moderate crime levels that may affect safety and property values
- $Car ownership costs – fuel, insurance, maintenance, and parking
- $Potentially higher homeowner’s insurance due to property crime risk
- $Older housing stock may lead to higher utilities and maintenance expenses
Best For
Budget‑conscious rentersFirst‑time homebuyers looking for a low entry priceUrban workers who need a short commute to downtownFamilies seeking good public schools
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Hartford, CT
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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