Living in Harwinton, CT
Harwinton is a Litchfield County town of 30.8 square miles where Routes 4, 118, 72 and 222 meet, with the Roraback Wildlife Management Area and the annual Harwinton Fair.
Harwinton at a glance
- Median sale price
- $477,000+9% vs last year 51 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 23.10 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$7,700 median-priced home
- Population
- 5,688 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 30.8 sq mi 185 per sq mi
What it is like in Harwinton
Harwinton is in eastern Litchfield County, in the Northwest Hills region. It covers 30.8 square miles of land and had a population of 5,688 in our data. It borders Burlington, Torrington, New Hartford, Plymouth, Thomaston, Litchfield and Bristol. The Naugatuck River forms the western boundary.
The area was part of the territory of the Tunxis people before colonial settlement. Daniel Messenger was the first settler, in January 1730, and Harwinton was incorporated as an independent town in October 1737. The name combines Hartford and Windsor, the two towns that shared the land, with the suffix ton.
The southeastern part of town includes the Roraback Wildlife Management Area and several reservoirs. Principal communities are Campville and Harwinton Center. The Burlington-Harmony Hills Roads and Litchfield-South Roads historic districts are on the National Register of Historic Places.
Outdoor places in town include the Harwinton Recreation & Conservation Area, Kalmia Sanctuary, the Roraback Wildlife Management Area, City of Bristol Watershed Lands, the Town Green and Fairview Farm Golf Course.
The Harwinton Fair is held at the Harwinton Fairgrounds each fall. The 2026 fair ran October 2 to 4.
Getting around from Harwinton
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 41 min | 24 |
| New Haven | 62 min | 43 |
| Stamford | 97 min | 72 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 149 min | 105 |
| Boston | 164 min | 125 |
| Providence | 141 min | 99 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 66 min | 39 |
Rail
No passenger rail station within 8 miles.
Highways and routes
Route 4 links Harwinton to Torrington and Hartford. Route 118 runs west to Litchfield and meets the Route 8 expressway in the western part of town. Route 222 runs south to Thomaston and Route 72 runs southeast to Bristol.
Drive times from our data: Hartford is 41 minutes (24 miles), New Haven 62 minutes (43 miles), Bradley Airport 66 minutes (39 miles), Stamford 97 minutes (72 miles), Midtown Manhattan 149 minutes (105 miles), Providence 141 minutes (99 miles) and Boston 164 minutes (125 miles). No rail stations are listed for the town in our data.
Schools in Harwinton
1 public school in Regional School District 10. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 1
- Harwinton Consolidated
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 Harwinton
Open Harwinton in Google Maps →Eat and drink 1
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Restaurant and bar serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with Italian dishes, craft beers, carryout and catering.
Things to do and see 1
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Annual agricultural fair held each October at the Harwinton Fairgrounds, listed on the Association of Connecticut Fairs calendar.
Parks, preserves and trails 6
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.
Harwinton housing market
Over the last 12 months, 51 homes sold in Harwinton with a median sale price of $477,000 and a median of 18 days on market. There are 10 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $215 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 9% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 2.4 months.
Harwinton's town-wide property tax rate is 23.10 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,700 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 Harwinton
What is the median home price in Harwinton, CT?
The median sale price in Harwinton is $477,000, based on 51 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Harwinton, CT?
Harwinton's town-wide property tax rate is 23.10 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,700 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Harwinton, CT from Hartford?
Harwinton is about 24 miles and a 41-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Harwinton, CT from New York City?
Harwinton is about 105 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 149-minute drive without traffic.
What is the population of Harwinton, CT?
Harwinton has about 5,688 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 30.8 square miles.
How many public schools are in Harwinton, CT?
Harwinton has 1 public school 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 Harwinton, CT?
There are 10 homes for sale in Harwinton right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
Where is Harwinton?
Harwinton is in eastern Litchfield County. It borders Burlington, Torrington, New Hartford, Plymouth, Thomaston, Litchfield and Bristol.
Which state routes serve Harwinton?
Route 4 runs to Torrington and Hartford, Route 118 runs west to Litchfield and Route 8, Route 222 runs to Thomaston and Route 72 runs to Bristol.
What outdoor areas are in Harwinton?
The Harwinton Recreation & Conservation Area, Kalmia Sanctuary, Roraback Wildlife Management Area, City of Bristol Watershed Lands and the Town Green are in town.
When is the Harwinton Fair?
The 2026 fair ran October 2 to 4 at the Harwinton Fairgrounds. Check harwintonfair.com for future dates.
How far is Harwinton from Hartford?
Hartford is about 24 miles and 41 minutes by car.
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