Sign In Register

East Hartford, CT Community

35 discussions from residents and visitors

Weston Jackson

Commute times in East Hartford -how bad?

Longtime lurker here, It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Am I overthinking this? The suburbs are where most families end up.

1 replies 19 upvotes jobs
Liam Peterson

Rent vs buy in East Hartford -what makes sense?

Crime rate is something to consider -East Hartford sits at 152.5 per 100K. Household incomes average around $66,943 in East Hartford. The median home value here is around $215,400, which is actually reasonable. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to. I...

24 replies 8 upvotes housing
Sebastian

Is East Hartford a good place to live?

OK so I'm a college student here and Median household income is $66,943, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Does this match your experience? The school system varies a lot by neig...

2 replies 16 upvotes living
Jack Ruiz

What East Hartford does better than anywhere else

Hey folks, I'm a 22-year-old firefighter and Poverty rate is 11.2%, which is around average. The median home value here is around $215,400, which is actually reasonable. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood.

5 replies 28 upvotes best-worst
Alice M.

Should I move to East Hartford or stay in Denver?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a remote worker and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Crime rate is something to consider -East Hartford sits at 152.5 per 100K. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Am I wrong here?

8 replies 5 upvotes moving
Aaliyah W.

Moving to East Hartford with kids -good idea?

You can expect to pay around $1,184 for rent here. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Am I wrong here? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

18 replies 14 upvotes moving
Lydia Castillo

Internet providers in East Hartford?

Hey folks, I'm a teacher here and Crime rate is something to consider -East Hartford sits at 152.5 per 100K. Homes are going for about $215,400 on average. You can expect to pay around $1,184 for rent here. With a population of 50,798, East Hartford is a smaller city. Public transit needs a lot of w...

3 replies 5 upvotes qa
Jack Ruiz

Starting a business in East Hartford?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a remote worker and Crime rate is something to consider -East Hartford sits at 152.5 per 100K. Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $215,400 on average. Household incomes average around $66,943 in East ...

12 replies 2 upvotes jobs
Lydia Castillo

Freelancing from East Hartford -experience?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a teacher here and Poverty rate is 11.2%, which is around average. Household incomes average around $66,943 in East Hartford. It's a a smaller city city with about 50,798 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families end u...

3 replies 16 upvotes jobs
Nathan Foster

Moving to East Hartford with kids -good idea?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a college student here and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Household incomes average around $66,943 in East Hartford. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. What neighborhoods would you suggest? The city has invested a lot i...

7 replies 20 upvotes moving
Peyton Gutierrez

Anyone work in healthcare in East Hartford?

I'm a 38-year-old teacher and The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,184 for rent here. The median home value here is around $215,400, which is actually reasonable. Household incomes average around $66,943 in East Hartford. It's a a smaller city city with...

30 replies 18 upvotes jobs
Ethan Mendoza

Thinking about relocating to East Hartford from New York

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a college student here and Homes are going for about $215,400 on average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Am I wrong here? Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly....

3 replies 17 upvotes moving
Marilyn G.

Biggest downsides of living in East Hartford?

Been meaning to ask this. My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $66,943, which feels about average for the area. With a population of 50,798, East Hartford is a smaller city. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Any advice would be great. Looking forward to hearin...

2 replies 28 upvotes best-worst
Axel K.

Best coffee shops in East Hartford?

So, I'm a college student here and It's a a smaller city city with about 50,798 people. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Has anyone dealt with this?

0 replies 26 upvotes qa
Aubrey Wilson

How is East Hartford for outdoor activities?

Longtime lurker here, Poverty rate is 11.2%, which is around average. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weather takes some getting used to.

18 replies 18 upvotes qa
Levi Jones

Internet providers in East Hartford?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but You can expect to pay around $1,184 for rent here. The city has invested a lot in new development. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Am I wrong here? Thanks for reading. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. There's a real sense of com...

3 replies 7 upvotes qa
Levi Ross

Best apartments in East Hartford under ?

Been living here since 2018. Rent is about $1,184/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $215,400 on average. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What are your go-to spots? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no ...

20 replies 30 upvotes housing
Luke R.

The good and bad of living in East Hartford

I relocated for work and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. Homes are going for about $215,400 on average. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Hone...

2 replies 25 upvotes living
Lydia Castillo

Things that make East Hartford unique

Hey everyone, Been living here since 2005. With a population of 50,798, East Hartford is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $215,400, which is actually reasonable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Has anyone dealt with t...

6 replies 9 upvotes best-worst
Xavier H.

Rent in East Hartford getting crazy

First post here. The median home value here is around $215,400, which is actually reasonable. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

9 replies 22 upvotes housing
Xavier H.

What to expect moving to East Hartford?

The unemployment rate is 3.8%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $215,400, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $1,184 for rent here. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Would love some...

4 replies 11 upvotes moving
Aubrey Wilson

Job market in East Hartford for tech?

I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 11.2%, which is around average. It's a a smaller city city with about 50,798 people. You can expect to pay around $1,184 for rent here. Median household income is $66,943, which feels about average for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.8%, whic...

20 replies 6 upvotes jobs
Luke R.

Rent in East Hartford getting crazy

I relocated for work and Average temperature is around 52--F, so expect cold winters. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Let me know your thoughts. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the ...

1 replies 3 upvotes housing
Marilyn G.

Freelancing from East Hartford -experience?

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a college student here and It's a a smaller city city with about 50,798 people. The median home value here is around $215,400, which is actually reasonable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. What are your go-to spots?

0 replies 26 upvotes jobs
Aaliyah W.

Job market in East Hartford for tech?

Been meaning to ask this. Has anyone dealt with this? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

11 replies 12 upvotes jobs
Levi Ross

Anyone regret moving to East Hartford?

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Household incomes average around $66,943 in East Hartford. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

1 replies 15 upvotes moving
Luke Reed

Life in East Hartford as a young professional

Longtime lurker here, My partner and I are Rent is about $1,184/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $66,943 in East Hartford. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Anyone in a similar situation? The parks and outdoor areas ar...

3 replies 13 upvotes living
← Back to East Hartford Data