King Philip at a glance
King Philip is West Hartford's answer to the estate suburbs of the Farmington Valley, delivered without the longer commute. Streets branching off North Main and Mountain Road hold the town's largest concentration of half-acre-plus, center-hall colonials, and resale here has been the steadiest in West Hartford through multiple market cycles. Median price runs around $945,000, with the neighborhood's largest estate parcels well past $2M.
King Philip Quick Facts
Sources: Town of West Hartford, West Hartford Public Schools, Peter Tumbas market data. Last reviewed July 2026 by Peter Tumbas, BHHS New England Properties, CT License RES.0836133.
Why Buyers Choose King Philip
King Philip wins on two fronts most West Hartford neighborhoods can't match together: genuine lot size and top-tier schools. King Philip Middle School and Hall High School both draw consistently strong regional reputations, and the neighborhood's larger parcels give buyers privacy and architectural scale that the Center or Elmwood simply cannot offer at any price. Buyers who cross-shopped Avon or Simsbury for acreage and school quality frequently land here instead, trading a slightly smaller lot for a shorter commute.
The trade-off is walkability and price. King Philip is car-dependent, and its inventory carries the highest per-square-foot cost in West Hartford. Buyers whose top priority is walking to dinner should look to the Center or Bishops Corner instead.
King Philip Sub-Areas
King Philip is not a single uniform market. Understanding which pocket you are buying into is the most important piece of local knowledge a buyer can have before making an offer.
The neighborhood's most prestigious stretch, with the largest lots and most architecturally distinct estate homes in West Hartford. Price range: $1M–$2.4M+.
Established colonials on generous lots, slightly more accessible than North Main while still zoning to King Philip Middle and Hall High. Price range: $750K–$1.4M.
Mid-century and colonial homes on quieter interior streets, popular with families upgrading from Bishops Corner. Price range: $700K–$1.1M.
King Philip Schools
King Philip generally zones to Norfeldt Elementary area, feeding into King Philip Middle School and Hall High School. Zone lines can split individual streets, so buyers for whom school assignment is a deciding factor should confirm the exact address directly with West Hartford Public Schools before writing an offer.
Full King Philip Schools Guide →
King Philip Property Taxes
West Hartford levies a single town-wide mill rate of 46.77 for the 2026–27 fiscal year, applied identically across every neighborhood. On a home purchased at $945,000, the estimated annual property tax runs in the range of $30,938, based on the standard 70% assessment ratio — always confirm current figures with the West Hartford Assessor's Office.
Full King Philip Property Tax Guide →
Who King Philip Is Right For
Buyers seeking the largest lot and most architecturally distinct home their budget allows, with schools as a non-negotiable.
Families prioritizing King Philip Middle School and Hall High School above walkability or price.
Buyers priced out of Darien or New Canaan who want comparable school quality and lot size at a lower price point.
Lifestyle in King Philip
King Philip Middle School and Hall High School both carry strong regional reputations and are the primary driver of the neighborhood's price premium.
The largest average lot sizes in West Hartford, with mature trees and established landscaping.
Minutes from Bishops Corner's retail corridor and a short drive to West Hartford Center and Blue Back Square.
How King Philip Compares to Other West Hartford Neighborhoods
Buyers considering King Philip typically also evaluate Bishops Corner South West Hartford. See the full neighborhood comparison guide for a side-by-side look at all five.
Working With Peter in King Philip
Peter Tumbas provides direct buyer and seller representation in King Philip with no handoffs and no transaction management by assistants. Every client gets personal engagement from the first conversation through closing. Reach Peter directly at 412-225-0598 or PeterTumbas@bhhsne.com.
Peter Tumbas · BHHS New England Properties · CT License RES.0836133 · Last updated July 2026