Living in Newington, CT
Newington is a Hartford County town south of Hartford, with the Berlin Turnpike as its main commercial road, a CTfastrak stop at Newington Junction, and Route 9 running through it.
Newington at a glance
- Median sale price
- $370,000+5.4% vs last year 340 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 29.41 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$7,600 median-priced home
- Population
- 31,692 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 13.1 sq mi 2,412 per sq mi
What it is like in Newington
Newington is in Hartford County and covers 13.14 square miles, with a population of 31,692. It borders New Britain, Wethersfield, Rocky Hill, West Hartford, Berlin and Farmington.
Settlers from Wethersfield took up land on that town's western edge in 1636, and the area was called West Farms. The Connecticut General Assembly granted the name Newington in 1721, and the town was incorporated in 1871. Mill Pond Falls, a 16-foot waterfall near the town center, appears on the town seal.
The Berlin Turnpike is the main commercial road. Town Hall is at 200 Garfield Street, next to the Lucy Robbins Welles Library at 100 Garfield Street.
Town parks and fields include Mill Pond Park, Mill Brook Park, Mary Welles Park, Churchill Park, Starr Park, Beacon Hill Park, Badger Field and Alumni Field. The Clem Lemire Recreation Complex and Indian Hill Country Club are also in town.
Casadoro, a southern Italian restaurant, is on the Berlin Turnpike at 2929 Berlin Turnpike, and Toasted OAT Cafe serves breakfast and lunch on Main Street, according to CT Bites. The town website lists library programs and senior center activities.
Getting around from Newington
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 13 min | 7 |
| New Haven | 41 min | 31 |
| Stamford | 93 min | 69 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 146 min | 105 |
| Boston | 132 min | 107 |
| Providence | 108 min | 81 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 36 min | 23 |
Rail stations nearby
- Berlin 3.9 mi CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak
- Hartford 6.2 mi CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak
Highways and routes
U.S. Route 5 (the Berlin Turnpike) and Connecticut Routes 9, 174, 175 and 176 serve Newington. Drive times are 13 minutes (7 miles) to Hartford, 41 minutes (31 miles) to New Haven, 108 minutes (81 miles) to Providence, 132 minutes (107 miles) to Boston and 146 minutes (105 miles) to Midtown New York City. Bradley Airport is 36 minutes (23 miles) away.
CTfastrak, the bus rapid transit line between Hartford and New Britain, has a stop at Newington Junction. Connecticut Transit routes 41, 45, 47 and 69 serve the town, and the 907 Newington Express runs to downtown Hartford. The nearest rail stations are Berlin (3.9 miles in a straight line) and Hartford (6.2 miles), both with CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak service.
Schools in Newington
7 public schools in Newington School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 4
- Anna Reynolds
- Elizabeth Green
- John Paterson
- Ruth Chaffee
Middle 2
- John Wallace
- Martin Kellogg
High school 1
- Newington High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Newington 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 Newington
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Italian restaurant and bar on the Berlin Turnpike serving lunch and dinner with a weekday happy hour.
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Greek restaurant on the Berlin Turnpike with a menu of souvlaki, gyros, spanakopita and baklava.
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Pizzeria on the Berlin Turnpike with pizzas, dinners and salads available online.
Parks, preserves and trails 26
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.
Newington housing market
Over the last 12 months, 340 homes sold in Newington with a median sale price of $370,000 and a median of 6 days on market. There are 39 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $242 per square foot. The typical home sold for 105% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 5.4% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 1.4 months.
Newington's town-wide property tax rate is 29.41 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,600 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 Newington
What is the median home price in Newington, CT?
The median sale price in Newington is $370,000, based on 340 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Newington, CT?
Newington's town-wide property tax rate is 29.41 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,600 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Newington, CT from Hartford?
Newington is about 7 miles and a 13-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Newington, CT from New York City?
Newington is about 105 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 146-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Newington, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Berlin (CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak) about 3.9 miles from the center of Newington. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Newington, CT?
Newington has about 31,692 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 13.1 square miles.
How many public schools are in Newington, CT?
Newington has 7 public schools in Newington 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 Newington, CT?
There are 39 homes for sale in Newington right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
How far is Newington from Hartford?
It is 7 miles and about 13 minutes by car. The CTfastrak and the 907 Newington Express bus also serve the route.
Is there a train station in Newington?
No. The nearest stations are Berlin (3.9 miles in a straight line) and Hartford (6.2 miles), both with CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak service.
Which highways serve Newington?
U.S. Route 5 (the Berlin Turnpike) and Connecticut Routes 9, 174, 175 and 176.
Which towns border Newington?
New Britain, Wethersfield, Rocky Hill, West Hartford, Berlin and Farmington.
How far is Bradley Airport?
Bradley Airport is 23 miles and about 36 minutes by car.
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