The Benefits of Weston, Connecticut
Area Description
The beautiful town of Weston, Connecticut was established in 1787 in Fairfield County. Since then, Weston Ct. has grown much like its wealthy neighboring town of Westport Ct. As of 2005, Weston ranked as the sixth most affluent area in the country. Early in this towns quaint history, it was bypassed by railroads leaving little room for exapnsion outside of agricultural development. However by the 1930s, lead artist, poets and actors from nearby New York City flocked to Weston Ct. Soon afterwords, the town's population experienced steady growth.
Housing
According to the latest census, 10,037 people, 3,312 households, and 2,811 families call Weston Ct. home. The median age for residents was 39 years, while the median house income is roughly $167,000. As of 2010, the median price of listed homes was $835,000.
Schools
With nearly half of households containing children, Weston Ct. Schools have some of the best to offer. The students of the fully accredited Weston High School achieve some of the highest test scores in the entire state. In 2006, Weston High boasted the highest SAT average in the state, giving many students the opportunity to attend prestigious colleges and universities. Because of the relatively low student populations, classrooms are small and well rounded, giving teachers ample opportunity to meet the needs of their students, making Weston Ct. Schools some of the best available.
Transportation
Ideally situated, the town of Weston is adjacent to the city of Westport Ct., making it only a quick jump away, and only 58 miles away from New York City. Residents of Weston can make a quick travel to Westport and then board the New Haven Line on the Metro-North railroad and arrive in Grand Central Station in less than an hour.
"Things to Do"
In a pleasant contrast with the sites and sounds of the Big Apple, Weston, CT offers a gorgeous view of rolling hills, bright, vivid green trees and lush foliage. In the autumn time, walkways and shopping centers are surrounded by a colorful array of turning leaves, and by spring, the town is surrounded with budding natural beauty. Weston's rural location offers many places to explore, such as the local Devil's Den Preserve, which host over 500 species of plants and animals, and serves as the largest preserve in the entire Fairfield county. Also available is Bisceglie Park, noted for its well kept sports fields and swimming holes. The town of Weston has uniquely dedicated quarters of the town to preserving open space, in order to retain its rural beauty.
Despite Weston's rural backdrop, the town has been home to a number of noteworthy individuals such as Jose Feliciano, the talented Rodney Dangerfield, playwright Lawrence Langner and world famous rock star Keith Richards.
The beautiful town of Weston, Connecticut was established in 1787 in Fairfield County. Since then, Weston Ct. has grown much like its wealthy neighboring town of Westport Ct. As of 2005, Weston ranked as the sixth most affluent area in the country. Early in this towns quaint history, it was bypassed by railroads leaving little room for exapnsion outside of agricultural development. However by the 1930s, lead artist, poets and actors from nearby New York City flocked to Weston Ct. Soon afterwords, the town's population experienced steady growth.
Housing
According to the latest census, 10,037 people, 3,312 households, and 2,811 families call Weston Ct. home. The median age for residents was 39 years, while the median house income is roughly $167,000. As of 2010, the median price of listed homes was $835,000.
Schools
With nearly half of households containing children, Weston Ct. Schools have some of the best to offer. The students of the fully accredited Weston High School achieve some of the highest test scores in the entire state. In 2006, Weston High boasted the highest SAT average in the state, giving many students the opportunity to attend prestigious colleges and universities. Because of the relatively low student populations, classrooms are small and well rounded, giving teachers ample opportunity to meet the needs of their students, making Weston Ct. Schools some of the best available.
Transportation
Ideally situated, the town of Weston is adjacent to the city of Westport Ct., making it only a quick jump away, and only 58 miles away from New York City. Residents of Weston can make a quick travel to Westport and then board the New Haven Line on the Metro-North railroad and arrive in Grand Central Station in less than an hour.
"Things to Do"
In a pleasant contrast with the sites and sounds of the Big Apple, Weston, CT offers a gorgeous view of rolling hills, bright, vivid green trees and lush foliage. In the autumn time, walkways and shopping centers are surrounded by a colorful array of turning leaves, and by spring, the town is surrounded with budding natural beauty. Weston's rural location offers many places to explore, such as the local Devil's Den Preserve, which host over 500 species of plants and animals, and serves as the largest preserve in the entire Fairfield county. Also available is Bisceglie Park, noted for its well kept sports fields and swimming holes. The town of Weston has uniquely dedicated quarters of the town to preserving open space, in order to retain its rural beauty.
Despite Weston's rural backdrop, the town has been home to a number of noteworthy individuals such as Jose Feliciano, the talented Rodney Dangerfield, playwright Lawrence Langner and world famous rock star Keith Richards.