Living in Berlin, CT
Berlin is a Hartford County town of 26.31 square miles with the villages of Kensington and East Berlin, a Hartford Line station, and Lamentation Mountain State Park.
Berlin at a glance
- Median sale price
- $449,500+5.2% vs last year 154 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 31.15 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$9,800 median-priced home
- Population
- 20,646 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 26.3 sq mi 785 per sq mi
What it is like in Berlin
Berlin is a town in Hartford County with a population of 20,646 and a land area of 26.31 square miles. It borders Meriden, New Britain, Southington, Cromwell, Newington, Rocky Hill and Middletown.
The Berlin Historical Society Museum at 305 Main Street in Kensington occupies the former Peck Memorial Library, which opened in 1902. Its displays cover tin making, the pistol maker Simeon North and Berlin's brick industry. The Berlin Fair and the Worthington Meeting House are other historic sites listed by Connecticut Museum Quest.
Lamentation Mountain State Park covers 47 acres, with trails from the Berlin Turnpike up the traprock ridge to the Mattabesett Trail. The town's list of parks and fields includes Sage Park, Timberlin Golf Course, Griswold Park, Wilcox Park, Deming Park, Veterans Memorial Park and the Worthington Monument.
Other outdoor and historic stops in town include Hungerford Nature Center, Ragged Mountain Cascade, the Kensington Fish Ladder, the Kensington Soldiers Monument, and a marker for the geographic center of Connecticut. DeMaria Family Farm at 1165 Edgewood Road has been in the same family since 1939 and offers Christmas tree cutting.
Getting around from Berlin
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 23 min | 13 |
| New Haven | 38 min | 27 |
| Stamford | 91 min | 65 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 144 min | 100 |
| Boston | 143 min | 113 |
| Providence | 119 min | 88 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 47 min | 29 |
Rail stations nearby
- Berlin 2.2 mi CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak
- Meriden 4.8 mi CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak
Highways and routes
Berlin station, 2.2 miles away in a straight line, is served by the CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak. Meriden station is 4.8 miles away with the same services. The Berlin Turnpike is a main road through town.
By car, Hartford is 23 minutes (13 miles), New Haven 38 minutes (27 miles) and Bradley Airport 47 minutes (29 miles). Stamford is 91 minutes, Midtown New York City 144 minutes (100 miles), Boston 143 minutes and Providence 119 minutes.
Schools in Berlin
5 public schools in Berlin School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 3
- Emma Hart Willard
- Mary E. Griswold
- Richard D. Hubbard
Middle 1
- Catherine M. McGee
High school 1
- Berlin High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Berlin School District on the state's EdSight site.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data. We do not rate or rank schools.
Eat, drink and explore in Berlin
Open Berlin in Google Maps →Eat and drink 4
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Small brewery with a taproom and patio on Farmington Avenue near the Berlin train station.
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Italian restaurant serving Northern and Southern Italian dishes on New Britain Road in Kensington.
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Coffee shop serving espresso drinks, cold brew, pastries and breakfast and lunch items.
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Farm-to-table cafe serving breakfast, sandwiches, wraps, ice cream, milkshakes and coffee drinks, with catering.
Things to do and see 2
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Local history museum in the former Peck Memorial Library with displays on tin making, Simeon North and brick making; free admission.
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Family farm operating since 1939 with Christmas tree cutting and hayrides by appointment, and a butcher shop.
Parks, preserves and trails 40
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Parks and open space © OpenStreetMap contributors. Places to eat and visit last checked October 2026. These are not paid placements; they are simply our selection. Hours and menus change, so check before you go.
Berlin housing market
Over the last 12 months, 154 homes sold in Berlin with a median sale price of $449,500 and a median of 9 days on market. There are 27 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $255 per square foot. The typical home sold for 102% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 5.2% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 2.1 months.
Berlin's town-wide property tax rate is 31.15 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $9,800 a year. Special taxing districts, such as fire districts, can add to this, and a home's actual assessment may differ from its sale price.
Source: SmartMLS, residential sales (single-family, condo and multi-family); mill rates: Connecticut Office of Policy and Management. Updated November 10, 2026.
Homes for sale in Berlin
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Questions about Berlin
What is the median home price in Berlin, CT?
The median sale price in Berlin is $449,500, based on 154 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Berlin, CT?
Berlin's town-wide property tax rate is 31.15 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $9,800 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Berlin, CT from Hartford?
Berlin is about 13 miles and a 23-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Berlin, CT from New York City?
Berlin is about 100 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 144-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Berlin, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Berlin (CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak) about 2.2 miles from the center of Berlin. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Berlin, CT?
Berlin has about 20,646 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 26.3 square miles.
How many public schools are in Berlin, CT?
Berlin has 5 public schools in Berlin School District. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Berlin, CT?
There are 27 homes for sale in Berlin right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
What train service is near Berlin?
Berlin station (2.2 miles straight line) and Meriden station (4.8 miles) both have CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak service.
How far is Berlin from Hartford and New Haven?
Hartford is 13 miles and about 23 minutes by car. New Haven is 27 miles and about 38 minutes.
Which towns border Berlin?
Meriden, New Britain, Southington, Cromwell, Newington, Rocky Hill and Middletown.
When is the Berlin Historical Society Museum open?
Saturdays from April through December, 1 to 4 p.m., or by appointment. Admission is free.
Where can I hike in Berlin?
Lamentation Mountain State Park, which connects to the Mattabesett Trail, plus town trails such as Sage Park and Timberlin Park.
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