Affordable Simsbury Storage Units

Moving and storage go hand in hand. Whether you are traveling across town or the country, moving is an exciting and fresh start. While Storage Rentals of America is here to help you with all your storage needs, we also want to help you get familiar with the area. That's why we put together this resource guide for Simsbury, Connecticut.

What You Should Know About Simsbury

Simsbury is a lovely country town in Hartford County with a population of 23,511 (2010 Census). It was originally the territory of 18 indigenous tribes, making up the Wappinger association. The Massaco tribe lived near the area that was to become Simsbury when it was settled by European invaders in 1633.

Simsbury is known for its Simsbury Center Historic District and the East Weatogue Historic District. Many buildings are over two and one-half centuries old, including the John Humphrey House, built around 1760. Another landmark is the Capt. Elisha Phelps House that is now known as the Phelps Tavern Museum & Homestead. It was built in 1771.

Simsbury is 12 miles northwest of Hartford, CT, by taking the CT-185 highway. It is a pleasant drive to Hartford that takes only about twenty-five minutes, even in rush hour, for those who want to work in Hartford.

What To Do in Simsbury, CT

This is an excellent place to learn about early American history. There are many old buildings to see in the historic sections of town. The Flamig Farm makes a nice outing to visit with the family for free-range chicken and eggs. Just to the north of the city is Stratton Brook State Park, which is a beautiful place for camping, a picnic, and hiking.

To the south of Simsbury is the Heublein Tower, which is a museum in a historic home built on a mountaintop. From this vantage point, the view of the countryside is spectacular. To the west is the Nepaug State Forest for more explorations and adventures. Also, visit the Talcott Mountain State Park to see the glorious waterfalls. Enjoy crossing the Farmington River on the Old Drake Hill Flower Bridge in Simsbury, and imagine you are riding in a horse-drawn carriage in days gone by.

Working in Simsbury, CT

The median household income in Simsbury is $115,165, and the median age is 44 years old. The primary industries in Simsbury are finance/insurance (18.2%), education (12.9%), healthcare (10.8%), technical services (8.2%), hospitality/restaurants (3.6%), construction (2.5%), and transportation (2.9%).

The most available jobs are in management (6.1%), sales (6.0%), education (4.8%), computer specialists (4.4%), wholesale/manufacturing (4.3%), senior executives (4.2%), and administrative support workers (4.1%).

Simsbury, CT. Neighborhoods

The neighborhoods in Simsbury in the order of most to least expensive are Tariffville, West Simsbury, Hopmeadow Street/Hilltop Drive, Firetown/Hoskins, Town Center, and Weatogue

Tariffville: The median home price in this neighborhood is $421,811. The average rent is $1,351 per month. The rental homes in this area are a good value because the rent is lower than three-quarters of other Connecticut neighborhoods.

West Simsbury: The median home price in this neighborhood is $387,754. The average rent is $3,171 per month. Rental homes are pricey in this area because most of the homes are owner-occupied.

Hopmeadow Street/Hilltop Drive: The median home price in this neighborhood is $347,414. The average rent is $1,412 per month. This area is towards the south and the city of Avon.

Firetown/Hoskins: The median home price in this neighborhood is $329,038. The average rent is $1,522 per month. This area is towards the north side of town.

Town Center: The median home price in this neighborhood is $323,898. The average rent is $1,724 per month. If you want to live in an older, well-established area, this is a good choice.

Weatogue: The median home price in this neighborhood is $312,150. The average rent is $2,163 per month. This is a nice suburban neighborhood.

Simsbury, CT School District

In the public school system managed by the Simsbury Public School District, there are five elementary schools, one middle school, one PK to twelfth-grade Homebound school program, and one high school.

Private Schools: Private schools in Simsbury include the Cobb School Montessori (PK to fifth grade), St Mary's School (K to eighth grade), the girls-only Ethel Walker School (grades seven to 12), the Master's School (PK to twelfth grade), and the Westminster School (ninth to twelfth grade).

Colleges and Universities: The nearest university is the University of Hartford, which is about 8 miles from Simsbury Town Center

Moving to Simsbury, CT Resource Guide

If you need a driver's license or to register a vehicle, contact the Connecticut Department of Motor Vehicles. You can set up mail forwarding from your old address with the United States Postal Service.

• Eversource provides electricity and Gas.
• Heating Oil is provided by Bahre's Heating Oil and Sisters Oil Service.
• Petro Home Services provides Heating Oil and Propane.
• The Town of Simsbury municipal services provides water and Sewer Service.
• The Town of Simsbury Landfill provides trash & Recycling Services.
• Frontier Communications, AT&T, Comcast, Dish, and Verizon offer telephone, Internet Connection, and Cable TV.
• Register to Vote with the Simsbury Town Clerk.

The city of Simsbury's municipal government has its headquarters at the Simsbury Town Hall, 933 Hopmeadow Street, Simsbury, CT 06070. The Simsbury Parks & Recreation Department manages the town's parks, farms, golf courses, and recreation activities.

Simsbury, CT. Housing

City Data reports that the median price for a home in this area is $382,785. It has an excellent country living style with the conveniences of modern life. The cost of living is about 4% higher than in other parts of Connecticut and about 28 % higher than the national average. Because this is such a desirable area to live in with excellent schools, one of the most significant expenses is housing, which is 57% higher than the national average.