Living in Mansfield, CT
Mansfield is a Tolland County town of 44.64 square miles that contains Storrs, the University of Connecticut campus, the Storrs Center downtown and Mansfield Hollow State Park.
Mansfield at a glance
- Median sale price
- $400,000+0.5% vs last year 151 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 20.00 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$5,600 median-priced home
- Population
- 27,996 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 44.6 sq mi 627 per sq mi
What it is like in Mansfield
Mansfield is a town in Tolland County with a population of 27,996 and a land area of 44.64 square miles. It borders Chaplin, Coventry, Windham, Willington and Tolland.
The village of Storrs holds the University of Connecticut campus and Storrs Center, a pedestrian-oriented downtown built beside it with shops, restaurants and Mansfield Town Square. The Mansfield Downtown Partnership, formed by the town and UConn, recruits businesses there.
Elsewhere in town are Mansfield Center, Mansfield Hollow Dam and State Park, and historic sites such as the Atwood Farm Museum and the Gurleyville Grist Mill.
Mansfield Hollow State Park and Wildlife Area is the largest outdoor area, with a boat launch on Mansfield Hollow Lake. Other places on the town's list include Dunham Woods Preserve, Dorothy C. Goodwin Reserve, Harriet E. Babcock Preserve, Spring Hill Fields and Southeast Park. Codfish Falls and Shelter Falls are listed as waterfall sites.
UConn runs several museums: the Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry at 1 Royce Circle and the William Benton Museum of Art at 245 Glenbrook Road. Gampel Pavilion hosts Huskies games. The Mansfield Drive-In at 228 Stafford Road opens each spring, and the UConn Dairy Bar at 17 Manter Road sells ice cream made at the university creamery.
Getting around from Mansfield
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 39 min | 27 |
| New Haven | 82 min | 62 |
| Stamford | 134 min | 100 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 188 min | 136 |
| Boston | 112 min | 86 |
| Providence | 71 min | 49 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 56 min | 38 |
Rail
No passenger rail station within 8 miles.
Highways and routes
By car, Hartford is 39 minutes (27 miles) away and Providence 71 minutes (49 miles). Bradley Airport is 56 minutes (38 miles), Boston 112 minutes, New Haven 82 minutes, Stamford 134 minutes and Midtown New York City 188 minutes (136 miles).
No rail station is recorded for Mansfield in our data.
Schools in Mansfield
3 public schools in Mansfield School District and Regional School District 19. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 1
- Mansfield
Middle 1
- Mansfield
High school 1
- E. O. Smith High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Mansfield School District and Regional School District 19 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 Mansfield
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Japanese restaurant serving sushi, sashimi and hibachi.
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Steak house with a traditional Mexican menu and margarita bar.
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Cafe in Storrs Center serving coffee, breakfast and lunch; one of three cafes run by the same owners.
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Restaurant serving seasonal lunch and dinner, with cocktails, wine, beer and happy hour.
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Mediterranean grill serving shawarma, falafel, kebab plates, salads and baklava.
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Indian restaurant open daily for lunch and dinner.
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On-farm creamery serving ice cream, open Wednesday through Sunday afternoons and evenings.
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Pizzeria with a Mansfield location offering online ordering for pickup and delivery.
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Casual restaurant and sports bar serving pizza, grinders, burgers, wings and Italian, Mexican and Greek dishes.
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Bar and restaurant serving pub fare including pizza, grinders and wings.
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Cafe and creamery with outdoor seating, tied to a group of Connecticut dairy farms.
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Ice cream shop selling ice cream made at the UConn Creamery.
Things to do and see 3
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UConn museum with exhibits and a collection of thousands of puppets from around the world.
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Seasonal drive-in movie theater that opens each spring.
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UConn art museum with changing exhibitions and a permanent collection; admission is free.
Parks, preserves and trails 100
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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.
Mansfield housing market
Over the last 12 months, 151 homes sold in Mansfield with a median sale price of $400,000 and a median of 12 days on market. There are 16 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $221 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 0.5% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 1.3 months.
Mansfield's town-wide property tax rate is 20.00 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $5,600 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 Mansfield
What is the median home price in Mansfield, CT?
The median sale price in Mansfield is $400,000, based on 151 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Mansfield, CT?
Mansfield's town-wide property tax rate is 20.00 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $5,600 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Mansfield, CT from Hartford?
Mansfield is about 27 miles and a 39-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Mansfield, CT from New York City?
Mansfield is about 136 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 188-minute drive without traffic.
What is the population of Mansfield, CT?
Mansfield has about 27,996 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 44.6 square miles.
How many public schools are in Mansfield, CT?
Mansfield has 3 public schools in Mansfield School District and Regional School District 19. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Mansfield, CT?
There are 16 homes for sale in Mansfield right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
What is Storrs Center?
A pedestrian-oriented downtown beside the UConn campus in Storrs, with shops, restaurants and Mansfield Town Square.
How far is Mansfield from Hartford?
Hartford is 27 miles and about 39 minutes by car. Bradley Airport is 38 miles and about 56 minutes.
Which towns border Mansfield?
Chaplin, Coventry, Windham, Willington and Tolland.
What museums are in Mansfield?
The Ballard Institute and Museum of Puppetry, the William Benton Museum of Art, the Atwood Farm Museum, the Gurleyville Grist Mill and the Mansfield Historical Society Museum, among others.
Where can I hike?
Mansfield Hollow State Park and Wildlife Area, plus preserves such as Dunham Woods and the Dorothy C. Goodwin Reserve.
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