Living in Burlington, CT
Burlington is a 29.7 square mile town in Hartford County, incorporated in 1806, with state forest and wildlife land, reservoirs and preserves in its western hills.
Burlington at a glance
- Median sale price
- $580,000+5.5% vs last year 109 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 27.30 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$11,100 median-priced home
- Population
- 9,804 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 29.7 sq mi 330 per sq mi
What it is like in Burlington
Burlington covers 29.7 square miles in Hartford County and had a population of 9,804. It borders Bristol, Avon, Farmington, Harwinton, New Hartford, Plymouth and Canton.
The area was part of Farmington's western lands. The Parish of West Britain was set apart in 1774 and was incorporated as the town of Burlington in 1806. Passenger train service reached the town in 1851, and the Nepaug and New Britain reservoirs were built from 1909 onward.
Local names include Whigville, in the south, and Tories Den, a natural cave in the southwest. Militia drilled on Burlington Green in 1823, and the town still holds its Memorial Day observances there.
Burlington has Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area, Nassahegon State Forest, Seven Steps Falls Preserve, Hart Preserve, Pigeon Hill Preserve and the City of New Britain Watershed Lands. Sessions Woods has a nature center, hiking trails and a fire tower overlook. Nassahegon State Forest covers about 1,093 acres and has mountain bike trails.
Recreation sites include the Malerbo Rec Complex, the Foote Road Recreation Area and a Little League field.
Getting around from Burlington
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 35 min | 19 |
| New Haven | 59 min | 35 |
| Stamford | 107 min | 73 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 159 min | 111 |
| Boston | 158 min | 120 |
| Providence | 135 min | 94 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 60 min | 34 |
Rail
No passenger rail station within 8 miles.
Highways and routes
The facts file lists no rail station for Burlington, so trips by train begin in a neighboring town. By car, Hartford is 35 minutes (19 miles), New Haven 59 minutes (35 miles), Providence 135 minutes (94 miles), Boston 158 minutes (120 miles) and New York City (Midtown) 159 minutes (111 miles).
Bradley Airport is 60 minutes (34 miles) away. George Washington Turnpike is a named historic route through the town.
Schools in Burlington
3 public schools in Regional School District 10. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 1
- Lake Garda
Middle 1
- Har-Bur
High school 1
- Lewis S. Mills High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Regional School District 10 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 Burlington
Open Burlington in Google Maps →Eat and drink 1
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American restaurant serving burgers, wings and other casual dishes, with online ordering.
Things to do and see 2
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Cider mill dating to 1912 that presses apple cider and serves hard cider in a taproom.
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Farm market selling local produce, with a Farmstead ice cream stand next door.
Parks, preserves and trails 11
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.
Burlington housing market
Over the last 12 months, 109 homes sold in Burlington with a median sale price of $580,000 and a median of 13 days on market. There are 21 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $241 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 5.5% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 2.3 months.
Burlington's town-wide property tax rate is 27.30 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $11,100 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.
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Questions about Burlington
What is the median home price in Burlington, CT?
The median sale price in Burlington is $580,000, based on 109 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Burlington, CT?
Burlington's town-wide property tax rate is 27.30 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $11,100 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Burlington, CT from Hartford?
Burlington is about 19 miles and a 35-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Burlington, CT from New York City?
Burlington is about 111 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 159-minute drive without traffic.
What is the population of Burlington, CT?
Burlington has about 9,804 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 29.7 square miles.
How many public schools are in Burlington, CT?
Burlington has 3 public schools in Regional School District 10. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Burlington, CT?
There are 21 homes for sale in Burlington right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
What outdoor places are in Burlington?
Sessions Woods Wildlife Management Area, Nassahegon State Forest, Seven Steps Falls Preserve, Hart Preserve and Pigeon Hill Preserve.
How far is Burlington from Hartford?
Hartford is 35 minutes and 19 miles by car. Bradley Airport is 60 minutes and 34 miles.
When was Burlington incorporated?
The Assembly incorporated the Parish of West Britain as the town of Burlington in 1806.
Which towns border Burlington?
Bristol, Avon, Farmington, Harwinton, New Hartford, Plymouth and Canton.
Is there a train station in Burlington?
No station is listed for the town in our data. The nearest rail options are in neighboring towns.
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