Living in Newtown, CT
Newtown is a Fairfield County town of 28,029 on 57.53 square miles, with a historic Main Street district and flagpole, the Sandy Hook and Fairfield Hills areas and Lake Lillinonah.
Newtown at a glance
- Median sale price
- $640,000+2.1% vs last year 336 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 29.26 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$13,100 median-priced home
- Population
- 28,029 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 57.5 sq mi 487 per sq mi
What it is like in Newtown
Newtown covers 57.53 square miles in Fairfield County and has a population of 28,029. It borders Bethel, Monroe, Southbury, Brookfield, Oxford, Redding and Bridgewater.
The Newtown Borough Historic District, about 100 acres, runs along Main Street and was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1996. Its features include the Main Street flagpole and Ram's Pasture, a common grazing land for early settlers.
Sandy Hook is a village in the town with its own center along Church Hill Road. The Fairfield Hills campus, a former hospital site, now holds a brewery and municipal facilities.
Outdoor places include Dickinson Memorial Park, Treadwell Memorial Park, The Pleasance, Ram's Pasture and Lake Lillinonah Park. A boat launch at Pond Brook gives access to Lake Lillinonah. The Newtown Forest Association manages several preserves, and Newtown Country Club and Rock Ridge Country Club are in town. The Sandy Hook Permanent Memorial is also in Newtown.
Edmond Town Hall at 45 Main Street houses a movie theater and runs a summer drive-in series. The Matthew Curtiss House at 44 Main Street, built about 1750, is a house museum of the Newtown Historical Society. NewSylum Brewing Co. is on the Fairfield Hills campus, Reverie Brewing Company is on Church Hill Road, and Cafe Duo and the Blue Colony and Sandy Hook diners are also on Church Hill Road.
Getting around from Newtown
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 63 min | 48 |
| New Haven | 47 min | 25 |
| Stamford | 61 min | 33 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 108 min | 75 |
| Boston | 186 min | 149 |
| Providence | 160 min | 124 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 88 min | 63 |
Rail stations nearby
- Bethel 6.6 mi Metro-North
- Danbury 8 mi Metro-North
Highways and routes
Newtown has no rail station of its own. The nearest Metro-North stations are Bethel (6.6 miles straight-line) and Danbury (8 miles).
By road, New Haven is 25 miles and 47 minutes away, Stamford 33 miles and 61 minutes, Hartford 48 miles and 63 minutes, and Midtown Manhattan 75 miles and 108 minutes. Bradley Airport is 63 miles and 88 minutes away.
Schools in Newtown
7 public schools in Newtown School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 4
- Hawley
- Head O'Meadow
- Middle Gate
- Sandy Hook
Middle 2
- Newtown
- Reed Intermediate
High school 1
- Newtown High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Newtown 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 Newtown
Open Newtown in Google Maps →Eat and drink 9
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Winery with a tasting room, wine and bar menu, food trucks, live music and event bookings.
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Diner on Church Hill Road in Sandy Hook.
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Bakery, bagel shop and cafe on Church Hill Road, a second location after its Bethel shop.
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Pizzeria serving pizza, pasta, wraps, heroes and Italian entrees, with beer and wine.
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Restaurant serving smash-style burgers, hot dogs, wings and fries; began as a food truck.
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Brewery and taproom in Stratford Hall on the Fairfield Hills campus.
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Espresso and cocktail bar on South Main Street.
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Craft brewery and taproom on Church Hill Road in a former machinery garage.
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Diner on Church Hill Road in Sandy Hook Center.
Things to do and see 5
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Farm with a farm stand, pumpkin patch, corn maze, hayrides and Christmas trees.
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Town hall building on Main Street with a movie theater and a summer drive-in movie series.
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House museum built about 1750 and run by the Newtown Historical Society, open on set open-house days.
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Organic farm with CSA shares, a farm store and a seasonal ice cream shop.
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Farm property with trails, a stone barn, event space, cabins and a labyrinth.
Parks, preserves and trails 75
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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.
Newtown housing market
Over the last 12 months, 336 homes sold in Newtown with a median sale price of $640,000 and a median of 34 days on market. There are 82 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $278 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 2.1% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 2.9 months.
Newtown's town-wide property tax rate is 29.26 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $13,100 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 Newtown
What is the median home price in Newtown, CT?
The median sale price in Newtown is $640,000, based on 336 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Newtown, CT?
Newtown's town-wide property tax rate is 29.26 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $13,100 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Newtown, CT from Hartford?
Newtown is about 48 miles and a 63-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Newtown, CT from New York City?
Newtown is about 75 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 108-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Newtown, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Bethel (Metro-North) about 6.6 miles from the center of Newtown. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Newtown, CT?
Newtown has about 28,029 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 57.5 square miles.
How many public schools are in Newtown, CT?
Newtown has 7 public schools in Newtown 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 Newtown, CT?
There are 82 homes for sale in Newtown right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
Where is the nearest train station to Newtown?
Bethel (6.6 miles straight-line) and Danbury (8 miles), both Metro-North.
Which towns border Newtown?
Bethel, Monroe, Southbury, Brookfield, Oxford, Redding and Bridgewater.
What is the Newtown Borough Historic District?
A roughly 100-acre district along Main Street, listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1996, that includes the flagpole and Ram's Pasture.
How far is Newtown from New York City?
It is 75 miles and about 108 minutes by car to Midtown Manhattan.
Where can I get on Lake Lillinonah?
The Pond Brook boat launch gives access to the lake, and Lake Lillinonah Park is also in town.
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