Living in Middlefield, CT
Middlefield is a Middlesex County town of 12.65 square miles with Lyman Orchards, Powder Ridge Mountain Park, Wadsworth Falls and Lake Beseck.
Middlefield at a glance
- Median sale price
- $425,000+2.4% vs last year 38 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 31.96 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$9,500 median-priced home
- Population
- 4,274 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 12.7 sq mi 338 per sq mi
What it is like in Middlefield
Middlefield is a town in Middlesex County with a population of 4,274 and a land area of 12.65 square miles. It borders Durham, Middletown and Wallingford.
Lyman Orchards, a family farm, includes the Apple Barrel Farm Market at 32 Reeds Gap Road, a pick-your-own orchard on South Street and the Lyman Orchards Golf Club. Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort at 99 Powder Hill Road opened in 1959.
Connecticut Museum Quest lists the Lyman Homestead, the Middlefield Historical Society Museum and Powder Hill Dinosaur Park, where dinosaur footprints can be seen.
Wadsworth Falls State Park has hiking and bike paths and a waterfall about 30 feet high, and the falls are in Middlefield. Peckham Park has trails, a playground and ponds for fishing and boating, and the Peckham Park covered bridge is listed as an attraction. Lake Beseck has a boat launch and a small beach, and Black Pond State Wildlife Area is on the town's list.
Powder Ridge runs skiing, snow tubing, zip lines, mountain biking and disc golf. Lyman Orchards offers pick-your-own fruit in season. Guida's Restaurant is listed on the Roadfood list for its hot dog.
Getting around from Middlefield
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 32 min | 20 |
| New Haven | 34 min | 23 |
| Stamford | 87 min | 62 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 140 min | 98 |
| Boston | 150 min | 118 |
| Providence | 118 min | 82 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 53 min | 34 |
Rail stations nearby
- Meriden 4.7 mi CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak
- Wallingford 6.5 mi Amtrak
Highways and routes
By car, Hartford is 32 minutes (20 miles) away, New Haven 34 minutes (23 miles) and Bradley Airport 53 minutes (34 miles). Midtown New York City is 140 minutes (98 miles), Stamford 87 minutes, Providence 118 minutes and Boston 150 minutes.
The nearest rail stations in our data are Meriden (CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak, 4.7 miles in a straight line) and Wallingford (Amtrak, 6.5 miles).
Schools in Middlefield
2 public schools in Regional School District 13. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 2
- John Lyman
- Middlefield Memorial
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Regional School District 13 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 Middlefield
Open Middlefield in Google Maps →Eat and drink 3
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Pub and grill at Lyman Orchards Golf Club serving American food, with Sunday brunch and Lyman Orchards hard cider on tap.
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Farm market with a scratch bakery for pies and cider donuts, a deli for sandwiches and salads, and Connecticut-grown produce.
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Restaurant in the base lodge at Powder Ridge Mountain Park, with indoor, terrace and fire pit seating.
Things to do and see 1
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Year-round park with skiing, snow tubing, zip lines, mountain biking, disc golf and water slides.
Parks, preserves and trails 9
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.
Middlefield housing market
Over the last 12 months, 38 homes sold in Middlefield with a median sale price of $425,000 and a median of 8 days on market. There are 4 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $260 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 2.4% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 1.3 months.
Middlefield's town-wide property tax rate is 31.96 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $9,500 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 Middlefield
What is the median home price in Middlefield, CT?
The median sale price in Middlefield is $425,000, based on 38 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Middlefield, CT?
Middlefield's town-wide property tax rate is 31.96 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $9,500 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Middlefield, CT from Hartford?
Middlefield is about 20 miles and a 32-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Middlefield, CT from New York City?
Middlefield is about 98 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 140-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Middlefield, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Meriden (CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak) about 4.7 miles from the center of Middlefield. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Middlefield, CT?
Middlefield has about 4,274 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 12.7 square miles.
How many public schools are in Middlefield, CT?
Middlefield has 2 public schools in Regional School District 13. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Middlefield, CT?
There are 4 homes for sale in Middlefield right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
How far is Middlefield from Hartford and New Haven?
Hartford is 20 miles and about 32 minutes by car. New Haven is 23 miles and about 34 minutes.
What train station is nearest?
Meriden, 4.7 miles in a straight line, with CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak service. Wallingford (Amtrak) is 6.5 miles.
Which towns border Middlefield?
Durham, Middletown and Wallingford.
What is Powder Hill Dinosaur Park?
A park on Powder Hill Road where dinosaur footprints can be seen, listed by Connecticut Museum Quest.
Is there a waterfall in Middlefield?
Wadsworth Falls State Park has a waterfall about 30 feet high; the falls are in Middlefield.
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