Living in Cromwell, CT
Cromwell is a Middlesex County town of 12.45 square miles on the Connecticut River, where Interstate 91 and Route 9 meet, about 22 minutes from Hartford.
Cromwell at a glance
- Median sale price
- $325,000−11% vs last year 193 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 29.28 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$6,700 median-priced home
- Population
- 14,388 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 12.5 sq mi 1,156 per sq mi
What it is like in Cromwell
Cromwell sits in Middlesex County in the Lower Connecticut River Valley and borders Rocky Hill, Portland, Middletown, Berlin and Glastonbury. It has 12.45 square miles of land and a population of 14,388 in the facts used for this guide. The Connecticut and Mattabesset rivers bound the town, and the riverfront has flooded in several seasons, including 1936, 1955 and 1984.
The area was settled as the Upper Houses of Middletown and was recognized as the town of Cromwell by the General Assembly on June 18, 1851. J & E Stevens, a cast-iron toy maker, and A.N. Pierson, a rose-growing business that began as a floral nursery, were among its industries.
The National Register of Historic Places lists the Main Street Historic District, the Middletown Upper Houses Historic District and the Sage-Kirby House in Cromwell. Route 99 is Main Street, with Riverport at its southern end.
Parks and preserves in town include Riverport Park at Frisbee Landing, Pierson Park, Watrous Park, Cromwell Landing, Evergreen Hill, Valour Memorial Green, Cromwell Meadows State Wildlife Area and River Highlands State Park. The Travelers Championship, a PGA Tour event, is played at TPC River Highlands in Cromwell. A town farmers market is listed by the Middlesex County Chamber of Commerce on summer Friday evenings.
The Cromwell Historical Society keeps a museum in the Stevens-Frisbie House at 395 Main Street. For food and drink, Cromwell Diner and Texas Roadhouse are on Berlin Road and Shunpike Road, Cromwell Pizza & Pasta is on Main Street, and From Chan Bakeshop is at 50 Berlin Road.
Getting around from Cromwell
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 22 min | 15 |
| New Haven | 41 min | 29 |
| Stamford | 94 min | 68 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 147 min | 103 |
| Boston | 141 min | 113 |
| Providence | 112 min | 85 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 44 min | 28 |
Rail stations nearby
- Berlin 5.5 mi CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak
Highways and routes
Interstate 91 runs through Cromwell with two exits in town. Route 9 connects Cromwell with Interstate 95 in Old Saybrook and Interstate 84 in New Britain, and Routes 3 and 99 also serve the town.
The nearest rail station in our facts is Berlin, 5.5 miles in a straight line, with CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak service. Drive times are 22 minutes to Hartford (15 miles), 41 minutes to New Haven (29 miles), 44 minutes to Bradley Airport (28 miles), 94 minutes to Stamford (68 miles) and 147 minutes to New York City (Midtown, 103 miles).
Schools in Cromwell
4 public schools in Cromwell School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 2
- Edna C. Stevens
- Woodside Intermediate
Middle 1
- Cromwell
High school 1
- Cromwell High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Cromwell 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 Cromwell
Open Cromwell in Google Maps →Eat and drink 7
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Pizzeria opened in 2025 at 77 Berlin Road, serving pizza with online ordering.
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Diner serving breakfast all day, burgers, sandwiches and seasonal specials, with beer and wine.
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Pizzeria on Main Street (Route 99) with pasta, grinders and Italian entrees.
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Bakery and cafe with croissants, ube and pandan tarts, egg sandwiches, and coffee and espresso drinks.
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Ice cream shop with a walk-up window and outdoor lawn, also offering an ice cream truck and ice cream cakes.
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Steakhouse chain restaurant that opened in Cromwell in March 2024.
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Shop on Main Street serving coffee drinks, waffles and ice cream, with indoor and outdoor seating.
Things to do and see 1
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Local history museum in the Stevens-Frisbie House on Main Street; hours by phone.
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.
Cromwell housing market
Over the last 12 months, 193 homes sold in Cromwell with a median sale price of $325,000 and a median of 9 days on market. There are 22 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $217 per square foot. The typical home sold for 102% of its list price, and the median sale price is down 11% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 1.4 months.
Cromwell's town-wide property tax rate is 29.28 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $6,700 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 Cromwell
What is the median home price in Cromwell, CT?
The median sale price in Cromwell is $325,000, based on 193 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Cromwell, CT?
Cromwell's town-wide property tax rate is 29.28 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $6,700 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Cromwell, CT from Hartford?
Cromwell is about 15 miles and a 22-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Cromwell, CT from New York City?
Cromwell is about 103 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 147-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Cromwell, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Berlin (CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak) about 5.5 miles from the center of Cromwell. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Cromwell, CT?
Cromwell has about 14,388 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 12.5 square miles.
How many public schools are in Cromwell, CT?
Cromwell has 4 public schools in Cromwell 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 Cromwell, CT?
There are 22 homes for sale in Cromwell right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
How far is Cromwell from Hartford?
About 22 minutes by car, or 15 miles.
Which highways serve Cromwell?
Interstate 91 has two exits in town, and Route 9 meets it there. Routes 3 and 99 also run through Cromwell.
Where is the nearest train station?
Berlin station, 5.5 miles in a straight line, with CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak service.
What parks are in Cromwell?
Riverport Park at Frisbee Landing, Pierson Park, Watrous Park, Cromwell Meadows State Wildlife Area and River Highlands State Park, among others.
What golf event is held in Cromwell?
The Travelers Championship, a PGA Tour event, is held at TPC River Highlands.
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