Markets/Connecticut/Hartford-East Hartford-Middletown

Hartford-East Hartford-Middletown, CT Real Estate Market 2026

Investor-grade market analytics for Hartford-East Hartford-Middletown, Connecticut. Data from Zillow ZHVI, FRED, Census ACS, and FEMA NRI. Data through August 2026.

Median Home Price

$402,457

+5.3% year-over-year

Est. Rental Yield

6.1%

gross annual

12-Month Forecast

+5.1%

base case (Zillow ZHVF)

+5.1% year-over-year

Market Momentum

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1.8mo supply ยท Score +5/7

Net migration: Top 50% nationally

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Opportunity Zone Market

16 ZIP codes in Hartford-East Hartford-Middletown are designated Qualified Opportunity Zones (IRC 1400Z-2), eligible for capital gains tax deferral on qualifying investments. Learn more โ†’

Hartford-East Hartford-Middletown Market Summary

Hartford-East Hartford-Middletown, CT is experiencing strong growth with 5.3% year-over-year appreciation, indicating a seller's market with robust demand. Affordability remains favorable with a price-to-income ratio of 4.34x, below the national average of 4.8x. Rental yield of 6.07% is strong, making this market attractive for buy-and-hold investors.

Affordability

Affordability Score81/100
Price-to-Income Ratio4.3x (national avg 4.8x)
Median Household Income$92,823

Price Forecast Scenarios

12-month projection (Zillow ZHVF model)

Bear Case+2.6%
Base Case+5.1%
Bull Case+7.7%

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