Living in Easton, CT
Easton is a Fairfield County town of 27.42 square miles with reservoir land, the Aspetuck Historic District, Silverman's Farm and no rail station in town.
Easton at a glance
- Median sale price
- $1,051,500+10.6% vs last year 78 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 33.15 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$24,400 median-priced home
- Population
- 7,815 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 27.4 sq mi 285 per sq mi
What it is like in Easton
Easton is in Fairfield County and borders Weston, Trumbull, Redding, Fairfield and Monroe. It covers 27.42 square miles of land and has a population of 7,815. The area was first settled in 1757, and Easton separated from Weston in 1845.
About half the town's property is owned by the Aquarion Water Company. The Aspetuck River runs through hilly land, and the Aspetuck Historic District, a group of 18th and 19th century homes, is on the National Register of Historic Places. Helen Keller lived in Easton for her last several years.
Town and conservation land includes Aspetuck Park, Helen Keller Park, Samuel P. Senior Memorial Park, Veterans Park, Randall's Farm Preserve, Trout Brook Valley Conservation Area and Poindexter Nature Preserve. The fire department runs the Easton Fireman's Carnival each summer.
Silverman's Farm on Sport Hill Road has an animal farm, pick-your-own orchards and a country market. Greiser's Coffee & Market is on Center Road.
Getting around from Easton
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 79 min | 58 |
| New Haven | 39 min | 25 |
| Stamford | 40 min | 22 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 93 min | 57 |
| Boston | 198 min | 158 |
| Providence | 162 min | 129 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 102 min | 74 |
Rail stations nearby
- Branchville 7.3 mi Metro-North
- Cannondale 7.3 mi Metro-North
- Fairfield-Black Rock 8 mi Metro-North
Highways and routes
Route 59 crosses the Mill River in Easton, and Route 58 (Black Rock Turnpike) and Sport Hill Road are other roads through town. Drive times: New Haven 39 minutes (25 miles), Stamford 40 minutes (22 miles), New York City Midtown 93 minutes (57 miles), Hartford 79 minutes (58 miles) and Bradley Airport 102 minutes (74 miles).
There is no rail station in town. The nearest Metro-North stations are Branchville and Cannondale (both 7.3 miles) and Fairfield-Black Rock (8 miles).
Schools in Easton
2 public schools in Easton School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 1
- Samuel Staples
Middle 1
- Helen Keller
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Easton 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 Easton
Open Easton in Google Maps →Eat and drink 2
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Takeout and delivery kitchen serving Indian and Mexican food in the former Easton Village Store building.
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Coffee shop and market in a historic building at Center and Westport roads, serving baked goods and sandwiches.
Things to do and see 2
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Farm stand selling vegetables, seasonal produce, eggs, meat and honey, with apple and peach orchards.
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Family farm run since 1920 with a five-acre animal farm, pick-your-own orchards and a country market.
Parks, preserves and trails 12
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.
Easton housing market
Over the last 12 months, 78 homes sold in Easton with a median sale price of $1,051,500 and a median of 23 days on market. There are 21 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $322 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 10.6% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 3.2 months.
Easton's town-wide property tax rate is 33.15 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $24,400 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 Easton
What is the median home price in Easton, CT?
The median sale price in Easton is $1,051,500, based on 78 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Easton, CT?
Easton's town-wide property tax rate is 33.15 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $24,400 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Easton, CT from Hartford?
Easton is about 58 miles and a 79-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Easton, CT from New York City?
Easton is about 57 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 93-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Easton, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Branchville (Metro-North) about 7.3 miles from the center of Easton. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Easton, CT?
Easton has about 7,815 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 27.4 square miles.
How many public schools are in Easton, CT?
Easton has 2 public schools in Easton 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 Easton, CT?
There are 21 homes for sale in Easton right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
Where is the nearest train station?
Branchville and Cannondale stations are both 7.3 miles away and Fairfield-Black Rock is 8 miles away. All three have Metro-North service.
Why does Aquarion own so much land?
About half of Easton's property is owned by the Aquarion Water Company, which manages reservoir and watershed land.
What is Silverman's Farm?
A family farm on Sport Hill Road, run since 1920, with an animal farm, pick-your-own orchards and a country market.
What is the Aspetuck Historic District?
A group of 18th and 19th century homes in Easton that is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Which towns border Easton?
Weston, Trumbull, Redding, Fairfield and Monroe.
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