Living in Granby, CT
Granby is a Hartford County town of 40.73 square miles with Salmon Brook Street as its main road, farms and orchards, and Enders Falls in Enders State Forest.
Granby at a glance
- Median sale price
- $494,950+4.2% vs last year 142 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 34.47 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$11,900 median-priced home
- Population
- 11,751 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 40.7 sq mi 289 per sq mi
What it is like in Granby
Granby is a town in Hartford County with a population of 11,751 and a land area of 40.73 square miles. It borders East Granby, Hartland, Suffield and Canton.
The Salmon Brook Historical Society's complex at 208 Salmon Brook Street (Routes 10 and 202) includes the 1732 Abijah Rowe House, the oldest surviving structure from the original Salmon Brook Settlement, the Cooley School and the Colton-Hayes Tobacco Barn Museum. The McLean Game Refuge is a National Natural Landmark.
Farms and orchards include Clark Farms at Bushy Hill Orchard and Lost Acres Vineyard in North Granby.
Enders Falls in Enders State Forest has five waterfalls along a trail of about a mile round trip. Holcomb Farm has 312 acres and more than 10 miles of trails, and the town's list of preserves includes Godard Preserve, Dismal Brook Wildlife Preserve, Kendall Stevens Preserve and Mary Edwards Mountain Property. Salmon Brook Park is the main municipal park.
Cambridge House Brew Pub at 357 Salmon Brook Street opened in 2005. Julien's Farm Store at 175 Barndoor Hills Road is a farm store, bakery and cafe, with a second cafe at 9 Bank Street. The Salmon Brook Historical Society offers museum tours on Sundays from June through September.
Getting around from Granby
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 38 min | 23 |
| New Haven | 82 min | 60 |
| Stamford | 130 min | 95 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 180 min | 126 |
| Boston | 146 min | 109 |
| Providence | 132 min | 95 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 29 min | 12 |
Rail
No passenger rail station within 8 miles.
Highways and routes
Salmon Brook Street carries Routes 10 and 202 through town. Bradley Airport is 29 minutes (12 miles) away, Hartford 38 minutes (23 miles) and New Haven 82 minutes (60 miles) by car.
Providence is 132 minutes, Boston 146 minutes, Stamford 130 minutes and Midtown New York City 180 minutes (126 miles). No rail station is recorded for Granby in our data.
Schools in Granby
4 public schools in Granby School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 2
- Kelly Lane Primary
- Wells Road Intermediate
Middle 1
- Granby Memorial
High school 1
- Granby Memorial High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Granby 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 Granby
Open Granby in Google Maps →Eat and drink 6
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Brewpub that brews its own beers and serves a full menu with vegan options; opened in 2005.
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Restaurant with a Thai, Chinese and Japanese menu that includes a sushi bar.
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Farm store, bakery and cafe making breads, pastries and sandwiches on site; a second, larger cafe is at 9 Bank St.
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Italian restaurant serving wood-fired pizzas, pastas and salads for lunch and dinner, with catering.
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Mexican restaurant serving tacos, burritos, enchiladas, fajitas and bowls, with weekday lunch.
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Pizzeria with Italian and Greek dinners, seafood, steaks, burgers and a full bar.
Things to do and see 3
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75-acre farm and orchard growing apples, peaches, blueberries and vegetables, with a cidery.
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Farm winery in North Granby offering wine tastings, usually on weekends.
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Historical society complex with the 1732 Abijah Rowe House, the Cooley School and the Colton-Hayes Tobacco Barn Museum.
Parks, preserves and trails 35
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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.
Granby housing market
Over the last 12 months, 142 homes sold in Granby with a median sale price of $494,950 and a median of 7 days on market. There are 31 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $229 per square foot. The typical home sold for 103% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 4.2% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 2.6 months.
Granby's town-wide property tax rate is 34.47 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $11,900 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 Granby
What is the median home price in Granby, CT?
The median sale price in Granby is $494,950, based on 142 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Granby, CT?
Granby's town-wide property tax rate is 34.47 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $11,900 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Granby, CT from Hartford?
Granby is about 23 miles and a 38-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Granby, CT from New York City?
Granby is about 126 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 180-minute drive without traffic.
What is the population of Granby, CT?
Granby has about 11,751 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 40.7 square miles.
How many public schools are in Granby, CT?
Granby has 4 public schools in Granby 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 Granby, CT?
There are 31 homes for sale in Granby right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
How far is Granby from Bradley Airport and Hartford?
Bradley Airport is 12 miles and about 29 minutes by car. Hartford is 23 miles and about 38 minutes.
Which towns border Granby?
East Granby, Hartland, Suffield and Canton.
Where are the waterfalls?
Enders Falls in Enders State Forest has five falls on a trail of about a mile round trip.
When can I tour the Salmon Brook Historical Society?
Museum tours run Sundays from 2 to 4 p.m., June through September, and by appointment.
Are there farms to visit?
Clark Farms at Bushy Hill Orchard, Lost Acres Vineyard and Holcomb Farm are among those listed.
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