Living in Marlborough, CT
Marlborough is a small Hartford County town of 6,192 residents along Route 2, with a restaurant cluster on North Main Street and East Hampton Road and Meshomasic State Forest.
Marlborough at a glance
- Median sale price
- $430,000−2.1% vs last year 83 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 27.10 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$8,200 median-priced home
- Population
- 6,192 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 23.4 sq mi 265 per sq mi
What it is like in Marlborough
Marlborough is in Hartford County and borders Hebron, East Hampton, Glastonbury and Colchester. It has 6,192 residents on 23.35 square miles of land area. Terramuggus is a census-designated place within the town.
The Podunk people lived here before English settlement. Sadler's Ordinary, a colonial rest stop, was established in 1648. Marlborough was incorporated on October 13, 1803, with land from Glastonbury, Colchester and Hebron, and named for Marlborough, Massachusetts. The First Congregational Church, begun in 1749 and finished in 1803, is on the National Register of Historic Places.
The Buell House at the town center is now the Marlborough Tavern, and the Marlborough Arts Center occupies the restored Charles W. Hall building.
The Shops at Marlborough Barn on North Main Street hold antique dealers and home decor shops, and The Farm at Carter Hill on East Hampton Road has a general store, outdoor eatery, ice cream stand and live music. Meshomasic State Forest, Blish Memorial Park and Farley Field are among the open spaces.
Restaurants cluster around North Main Street and East Hampton Road: Sadler's Ordinary, Zina's Cucina, The Marlborough Tavern, Three Fellas Pizza and Village Green Pizza Restaurant. Marlborough Bakery and Cafe is on Independence Drive.
Getting around from Marlborough
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 25 min | 17 |
| New Haven | 62 min | 49 |
| Stamford | 114 min | 87 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 168 min | 122 |
| Boston | 135 min | 105 |
| Providence | 82 min | 62 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 46 min | 31 |
Rail
No passenger rail station within 8 miles.
Highways and routes
Route 2 runs through Marlborough, with exits at South Main Street, Route 66 and West Road. Hartford is 17 miles and about 25 minutes by car, Bradley Airport is 31 miles and 46 minutes, and Providence is 62 miles and 82 minutes. New Haven is 49 miles and 62 minutes, Boston is 105 miles and 135 minutes, and New York City (Midtown) is 122 miles and about 168 minutes.
Our data lists no rail station near Marlborough.
Schools in Marlborough
1 public school in Marlborough School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 1
- Elmer Thienes-Mary Hall
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Marlborough 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 Marlborough
Open Marlborough in Google Maps →Eat and drink 8
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Seasonal seafood shack at a garden center serving lobster rolls and ice cream, with online ordering.
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Bakery and cafe serving breakfast, lunch, takeout dinner, cakes, pastries and breads.
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Pizza and Italian-American restaurant with pasta, salads and subs, taking orders online and by phone.
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Restaurant serving country cooking, named for a colonial rest stop established in 1648.
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Tavern serving classic American food, craft beers and cocktails in the former Buell House.
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New York-style pizzeria with dine-in and online ordering.
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Pizza restaurant with a menu that includes seafood and Italian subs.
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Italian restaurant on North Main Street.
Things to do and see 2
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Farm with a general store, outdoor eatery, ice cream stand, pavilion for events and live music.
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Shopping complex of antique dealers and home decor shops in a barn and annex, with flea markets.
Parks, preserves and trails 13
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.
Marlborough housing market
Over the last 12 months, 83 homes sold in Marlborough with a median sale price of $430,000 and a median of 6 days on market. There are 13 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $232 per square foot. The typical home sold for 102% of its list price, and the median sale price is down 2.1% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 1.9 months.
Marlborough's town-wide property tax rate is 27.10 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $8,200 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 Marlborough
What is the median home price in Marlborough, CT?
The median sale price in Marlborough is $430,000, based on 83 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Marlborough, CT?
Marlborough's town-wide property tax rate is 27.10 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $8,200 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Marlborough, CT from Hartford?
Marlborough is about 17 miles and a 25-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Marlborough, CT from New York City?
Marlborough is about 122 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 168-minute drive without traffic.
What is the population of Marlborough, CT?
Marlborough has about 6,192 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 23.4 square miles.
How many public schools are in Marlborough, CT?
Marlborough has 1 public school in Marlborough 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 Marlborough, CT?
There are 13 homes for sale in Marlborough right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
Is there a train station in Marlborough?
No station is listed near the town in our data.
Which highway serves Marlborough?
Route 2 runs through the town, with exits at South Main Street, Route 66 and West Road.
When was Marlborough incorporated?
On October 13, 1803, with land from Glastonbury, Colchester and Hebron.
What is Sadler's Ordinary?
It is a restaurant on North Main Street named for a colonial rest stop established in 1648.
How far is Marlborough from Hartford and Bradley Airport?
Hartford is 17 miles and about 25 minutes by car. Bradley Airport is 31 miles and about 46 minutes.
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