611 Popes Island Rd Unit 611

Bordered by the Housatonic River on its western edge, the neighborhood of Parkway/Wheelers Farm Road sits roughly 12 miles west of New Haven and 70 miles northeast of Manhattan. This largely rural area features single-family homes with apartment buildings in the more densely populated southern area close to I-95.

For shopping needs, Connecticut Post Mall features more than 150 stores and eateries, and the retail strips along Bridgeport Avenue and Boston Post Road provide alternative venues. Local restaurants include Mi Casita Restaurant and Bakery, where patrons gather for hearty Columbian dishes. For comfort food, diners recommend Bar 3 Thirty Three in the northern part of town.

Nestled close to the river and the coast, the area offers plenty in the way of outdoor activities. The Charles E. Wheeler Wildlife Area features interesting birdwatching opportunities for experienced canoeists, and Silver Sands State Park provides a boardwalk and beach fun.