Living in Chaplin, CT
Chaplin is a small Windham County town on the Natchaug River in northeastern Connecticut, with a village center built in the early 19th century.
Chaplin at a glance
- Median sale price
- $356,000−1.8% vs last year 27 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 32.88 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$8,200 median-priced home
- Population
- 2,179 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 19.4 sq mi 112 per sq mi
What it is like in Chaplin
Chaplin covers 19.39 square miles of Windham County and had a population of 2,179 in the facts we hold. It borders Hampton, Mansfield, Windham, Scotland, Eastford and Ashford, and its main settlements are Chaplin Center and South Chaplin.
The area was originally part of Joshua's Tract. The town was named in 1809 for Deacon Benjamin Chaplin and incorporated in May 1822 from parts of Hampton, Mansfield and Windham. Silk manufacturing and other small industries grew along the Natchaug River.
CT Visit describes the village as preserving 1820s and 1830s architecture and town planning. Chaplin is part of the Last Green Valley National Heritage Corridor, and the Chaplin Historic District and Witter House are on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Natchaug River runs through town. Listed outdoor areas include Diana's Pool, Natchaug River Water Access, Edward Garrison Park, Agnes' Pasture, Hubbard Sanctuary, Harvey Preserve, Bernard Church Woods and Two Sister's Preserve. Trails in Natchaug State Forest and nearby Goodwin Forest are open to hikers and horseback riders.
CT Visit lists Harmony Farm, a red barn selling wreaths and Christmas tree stands, and Bats of Bedlam Maple Farm, a maple syrup producer, among places to visit.
Getting around from Chaplin
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 48 min | 35 |
| New Haven | 88 min | 70 |
| Stamford | 140 min | 108 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 194 min | 144 |
| Boston | 116 min | 84 |
| Providence | 58 min | 43 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 68 min | 47 |
Rail
No passenger rail station within 8 miles.
Highways and routes
Hartford is 48 minutes (35 miles) by car, Providence 58 minutes (43 miles), Boston 116 minutes (84 miles) and Bradley Airport 68 minutes (47 miles). New Haven is 88 minutes (70 miles) away.
No rail station is listed for Chaplin in our facts, and we did not confirm bus service or numbered routes.
Schools in Chaplin
2 public schools in Chaplin School District and Regional School District 11. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 1
- Chaplin
High school 1
- Parish Hill High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Chaplin School District and Regional School District 11 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 Chaplin
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Chaplin housing market
Over the last 12 months, 27 homes sold in Chaplin with a median sale price of $356,000 and a median of 11 days on market. There are 4 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $234 per square foot. The typical home sold for 103% of its list price, and the median sale price is down 1.8% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 1.8 months.
Chaplin's town-wide property tax rate is 32.88 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $8,200 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 Chaplin
What is the median home price in Chaplin, CT?
The median sale price in Chaplin is $356,000, based on 27 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Chaplin, CT?
Chaplin's town-wide property tax rate is 32.88 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $8,200 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Chaplin, CT from Hartford?
Chaplin is about 35 miles and a 48-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Chaplin, CT from New York City?
Chaplin is about 144 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 194-minute drive without traffic.
What is the population of Chaplin, CT?
Chaplin has about 2,179 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 19.4 square miles.
How many public schools are in Chaplin, CT?
Chaplin has 2 public schools in Chaplin School District and Regional School District 11. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Chaplin, CT?
There are 4 homes for sale in Chaplin right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
How far is Chaplin from Hartford?
Hartford is 35 miles and about 48 minutes by car.
How far is Chaplin from Providence?
Providence is 43 miles and about 58 minutes by car.
What towns border Chaplin?
Hampton, Mansfield, Windham, Scotland, Eastford and Ashford.
Which river runs through Chaplin?
The Natchaug River runs through town, and Diana's Pool is on it.
When was Chaplin incorporated?
The town was incorporated in May 1822.
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