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The Highlands

684 Farmington Ave, West Hartford, CT 06119

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  • Built in 1938
  • 18 units/3 stories

About The Highlands

At The Highlands in West Hartford, experience great living. This apartment community is located on Farmington Ave in the 06119 area of West Hartford. The leasing staff is ready to help you find the perfect place to live. Come for a visit to check out the apartment floorplan options. At The Highlands you'll feel right at home. Stop by the community today.

The Highlands is an apartment community located in Hartford County and the 06119 ZIP Code. This area is served by the West Hartford School District attendance zone.

Location
684 Farmington Ave, West Hartford,
CT 06119
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City - West Hartford

Set five miles west of Connecticut's state capital, West Hartford carries the ease of a walkable town with the economic pull of a major metro close by. The University of Hartford and the University of Saint Joseph both anchor the town, lending it a steady academic presence alongside the government, insurance, and healthcare sectors concentrated in Hartford. West Hartford Center, built around Farmington Avenue and Main Street, has served as the commercial core since the late 17th century and still draws people with its mix of independent shops, theaters, and outdoor dining. Neighborhoods like Elmwood, Bishops Corner, and the Asylum Avenue corridor each have their own character, from tree-lined residential streets to areas with quick highway and transit access. Elizabeth Park, home to the oldest public rose garden in the country, sits on the town's northeastern edge and anchors an active outdoor scene year-round.

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Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
University of Connecticut
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
UCONN, Tri Campus, Hartford
Drive: 4 min 2.3 mi
University of Hartford
Drive: 6 min 2.8 mi
Trinity College
Drive: 6 min 3.4 mi
The Highlands is within 3 minutes or 1.2 miles from University of Connecticut. It is also near UCONN, Tri Campus, Hartford and Trinity College.
Schools
Bristow Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
315 Students
Attendance Zone
Hphs Nursing Academy
Public High School
Grades 9-12
344 Students
Nearby
St Thomas The Apostle
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
184 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

The Highlands is near Bradley International, located 19.8 miles or 36 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Hartford
Drive: 3 min 2.0 mi
Hartford Amtrak Station
Drive: 4 min 2.1 mi
Windsor
Drive: 17 min 10.2 mi
Berlin
Drive: 19 min 12.6 mi
Berlin Amtrak
Drive: 19 min 12.6 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Bradley International
 Drive: 36 min 19.8 mi

Walkability Near The Highlands

Getting Around
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60 / 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50 / 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80 / 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from The Highlands.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Boulevard Shops
Walk: 9 min 0.5 mi
Prospect Plaza
Drive: 3 min 1.2 mi
Blue Back Square
Drive: 2 min 1.3 mi
The Highlands has 3 shopping centers within 1.3 miles, which is about a 2-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
The Children's Museum
 Drive: 2 min 1.2 mi
Elizabeth Park Conservancy and Gardens
 Drive: 3 min 1.4 mi
Bushnell Park
 Drive: 3 min 2.0 mi
Connecticut Science Center
 Drive: 4 min 2.7 mi
Westmoor Park
 Drive: 6 min 4.0 mi
The Highlands has 5 parks within 4.0 miles, including Elizabeth Park Conservancy and Gardens, The Children's Museum, and Bushnell Park.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
St. Francis Hospital & Medical Center
Drive: 2 min 1.4 mi
Connecticut Children's Medical Center
Drive: 5 min 2.9 mi
Hartford Hospital
Drive: 5 min 3.0 mi
The Highlands has 3 hospitals within 3.0 miles, the nearest is St. Francis Hospital & Medical Center which is 1.4 miles away and a 2 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Naval & Marine Reserve Center
Drive: 11 min 4.6 mi
Westover Air Reserve Base
Drive: 54 min 36.2 mi
Barnes Map Air Guard Station
Drive: 59 min 40.9 mi
The Highlands has 3 military bases within 40.9 miles, the nearest is Naval & Marine Reserve Center which is 4.6 miles away and a 11 minute drive.
 
 
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Does The Highlands have in-unit laundry?

The Highlands does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.

What utilities are included in rent at The Highlands?

Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.

Is parking available at The Highlands?

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Is The Highlands pet-friendly?

The Highlands does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.

How much income do I need to rent at The Highlands?

A good rule of thumb is to spend no more than 30% of your gross income on rent. Based on the lowest available rent of $740 for a one-bedroom, you would need to earn about $29,600 per year to qualify. Want to double-check your budget? Calculate how much rent you can afford with our Rent Affordability Calculator.

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