Living in Ledyard, CT
Ledyard is a New London County town on the Thames River, with Ledyard Center, Gales Ferry and part of the Mashantucket Pequot Reservation, served by Routes 12, 117 and 214.
Ledyard at a glance
- Median sale price
- $401,500−1.1% vs last year 221 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 25.87 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$7,300 median-priced home
- Population
- 15,575 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 38.2 sq mi 408 per sq mi
What it is like in Ledyard
Ledyard is in New London County along the Thames River. It borders Groton, Preston, Stonington, Montville, North Stonington and Waterford, and has 15,575 residents on 38.21 square miles of land area.
The town is named for Colonel William Ledyard, who was killed at the Battle of Groton Heights in 1781. It separated from Groton and was incorporated in 1836. Ledyard Center and Gales Ferry are its main areas, and Mashantucket in the northeast is part of the Mashantucket Pequot Reservation, where Foxwoods Resort Casino stands.
The town sits on glacial terrain, including the Ledyard Moraine and a town-designated Glacial Park. The northern half of Naval Submarine Base New London lies in its southwestern corner. The Mashantucket Pequot Reservation Archeological District is a National Historic Landmark.
The Ledyard Water-Powered Up-Down Sawmill in Sawmill Park, off Route 214 at 172 Iron Street, has a sawmill, blacksmith shop and gristmill and is open Saturday afternoons in spring and fall. Maugle Sierra Vineyards & Winery at 825 Colonel Ledyard Highway is on an 18th-century farm. The Nathan Lester House and Farm Tool Museum on Vinegar Hill Road in Gales Ferry is a house built in 1793 on 100 acres.
The town lists Colonel Ledyard Park, Glacial Park, Dow Centennial Preserve, Barrett Preserve, Sawmill Park, Stoddard Hill Boat Launch, Poquetanuck Cove Boat Launch and Goose Run Golf Course. The Ledyard Fair is a town event named on the town website. Valentino's Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria is on Colonel Ledyard Highway.
Getting around from Ledyard
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 77 min | 52 |
| New Haven | 79 min | 55 |
| Stamford | 134 min | 94 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 187 min | 130 |
| Boston | 145 min | 106 |
| Providence | 80 min | 57 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 98 min | 65 |
Rail stations nearby
- Mystic 6.3 mi Amtrak
- New London 6.5 mi Amtrak
Highways and routes
Routes 12 (through Gales Ferry) and 117 (through Ledyard Center) run north-south, and Route 214 runs east-west between them. Both north-south routes connect to Route 2 to the north and to Interstate 95 about 2 miles south of the town border. Interstate 395 also gives access. Providence is 57 miles and about 80 minutes by car, Hartford is 52 miles and 77 minutes, and New Haven is 55 miles and 79 minutes. Boston is 106 miles and about 145 minutes, New York City (Midtown) is 130 miles and 187 minutes, and Bradley Airport is 65 miles and 98 minutes.
There is no rail station in Ledyard. The nearest Amtrak stations are Mystic at 6.3 miles in a straight line and New London at 6.5 miles. The town transportation page lists Greyhound stops in New London and Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun bus transportation. Providence and Worcester freight trains run along the Thames River.
Schools in Ledyard
5 public schools in Ledyard School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 3
- Gales Ferry
- Gallup Hill
- Juliet W. Long
Middle 1
- Ledyard
High school 1
- Ledyard High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Ledyard 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 Ledyard
Open Ledyard in Google Maps →Eat and drink 1
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Italian restaurant and pizzeria serving pizza, salads and grinders, with dine-in and delivery.
Things to do and see 2
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Working water-powered sawmill in Sawmill Park, open Saturday afternoons in April, May, October and November.
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Winery on a 97-acre 18th-century farm offering tastings and a wine patio.
Parks, preserves and trails 95
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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.
Ledyard housing market
Over the last 12 months, 221 homes sold in Ledyard with a median sale price of $401,500 and a median of 10 days on market. There are 26 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $242 per square foot. The typical home sold for 102% of its list price, and the median sale price is down 1.1% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 1.4 months.
Ledyard's town-wide property tax rate is 25.87 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,300 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 Ledyard
What is the median home price in Ledyard, CT?
The median sale price in Ledyard is $401,500, based on 221 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Ledyard, CT?
Ledyard's town-wide property tax rate is 25.87 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,300 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Ledyard, CT from Hartford?
Ledyard is about 52 miles and a 77-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Ledyard, CT from New York City?
Ledyard is about 130 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 187-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Ledyard, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Mystic (Amtrak) about 6.3 miles from the center of Ledyard. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Ledyard, CT?
Ledyard has about 15,575 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 38.2 square miles.
How many public schools are in Ledyard, CT?
Ledyard has 5 public schools in Ledyard 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 Ledyard, CT?
There are 26 homes for sale in Ledyard right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
Is there a train station in Ledyard?
No. The nearest Amtrak stations are Mystic at 6.3 miles and New London at 6.5 miles in a straight line.
Which roads serve Ledyard?
Routes 12, 117 and 214 run through town and connect to Route 2 and Interstate 95. Interstate 395 also gives access.
What is Gales Ferry?
Gales Ferry is one of Ledyard's main areas, along Route 12 near the Thames River.
How is Ledyard connected to Foxwoods?
Mashantucket, in the northeast corner of Ledyard, is part of the Mashantucket Pequot Reservation, home to Foxwoods Resort Casino.
When is the Ledyard Sawmill open?
The mill is open Saturdays from 1 to 4 p.m. in April, May, October and November, and Sawmill Park is open every day.
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