Living in North Stonington, CT
North Stonington is a 54-square-mile town in New London County, crossed by Interstate 95 and Route 2, with a historic village center and the Shunock Brook watershed.
North Stonington at a glance
- Median sale price
- $468,950+1.9% vs last year 68 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 17.50 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$5,700 median-priced home
- Population
- 5,197 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 54.3 sq mi 96 per sq mi
What it is like in North Stonington
North Stonington is in southeastern Connecticut, in New London County. It covers 54.25 square miles and had a population of 5,197. It borders Preston, Stonington, Voluntown and Ledyard, and also touches Rhode Island.
The town was named in 1724 for its stony, hilly land and was incorporated in 1807. It grew out of the 1649 settlement of Stonington. In the 1800s farms, mills and tanneries operated here, and the village center, once called Milltown, is on the National Register of Historic Places. The town's settlements include Clarks Falls, Laurel Glen, Ashwillet and Pendleton Hill.
Town Hall is at 40 Main Street. The town has two public schools in its own district: North Stonington Elementary School and Wheeler High School.
Open land includes Lake of Isles, the North Stonington Village Green, Kingwood & Meadow Park, Waldo Preserve, Babcock Ridge Preserve and Erisman Woodlands Preserve. Wyassup Lake and Lake of Isles each have a boat launch.
In the village, the Shunock River Brewery and Village Cafe sits on Wyassup Road, near the North Stonington Historical Society at the 1781 Stephen Main house. Jonathan Edwards Winery on Chester Maine Road offers daily tastings and tours. The Tin Peddler on Route 2 serves lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch.
Getting around from North Stonington
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 80 min | 56 |
| New Haven | 87 min | 66 |
| Stamford | 141 min | 105 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 195 min | 140 |
| Boston | 128 min | 92 |
| Providence | 64 min | 44 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 101 min | 70 |
Rail
No passenger rail station within 8 miles.
Highways and routes
Interstate 95 has two exits in North Stonington. Route 2 is the old Norwich-Westerly road, first a stagecoach route in 1768. Route 184 follows the old New London-Providence Turnpike, and Routes 49 and 216 also cross the town.
Drive times: Providence 64 minutes (44 miles), Hartford 80 minutes (56 miles), New Haven 87 minutes (66 miles), Boston 128 minutes (92 miles), and Bradley Airport 101 minutes (70 miles).
Schools in North Stonington
2 public schools in North Stonington School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 1
- North Stonington
High school 1
- Wheeler High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up North Stonington 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 North Stonington
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Italian restaurant serving pasta, entrees, seafood, pizzas, calzones and sandwiches.
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Breakfast and lunch diner open daily from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m.
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Craft brewery and cafe in the village center that pours beer flights and fills growlers.
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Contemporary American restaurant on Route 2 serving lunch, dinner and Sunday brunch, with takeout.
Things to do and see 2
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Winery on a former dairy farm with daily tastings and tours.
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Local history society based in the 1781 Stephen Main house, with archives and exhibits.
Parks, preserves and trails 52
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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.
North Stonington housing market
Over the last 12 months, 68 homes sold in North Stonington with a median sale price of $468,950 and a median of 7 days on market. There are 11 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $282 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 1.9% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 1.9 months.
North Stonington's town-wide property tax rate is 17.50 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $5,700 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 North Stonington
What is the median home price in North Stonington, CT?
The median sale price in North Stonington is $468,950, based on 68 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in North Stonington, CT?
North Stonington's town-wide property tax rate is 17.50 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $5,700 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is North Stonington, CT from Hartford?
North Stonington is about 56 miles and a 80-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is North Stonington, CT from New York City?
North Stonington is about 140 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 195-minute drive without traffic.
What is the population of North Stonington, CT?
North Stonington has about 5,197 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 54.3 square miles.
How many public schools are in North Stonington, CT?
North Stonington has 2 public schools in North Stonington 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 North Stonington, CT?
There are 11 homes for sale in North Stonington right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
Which highways serve North Stonington?
Interstate 95 has two exits in town. Routes 2, 49, 184 and 216 also run through it.
How far is North Stonington from Providence?
Providence is 44 miles and about 64 minutes by car. Hartford is 56 miles and about 80 minutes.
What is there to see in the village?
The North Stonington Village Historic District, the North Stonington Historical Society at 1 Wyassup Road and the village green.
Are there places to hike or boat?
Waldo Preserve, Babcock Ridge Preserve and Erisman Woodlands Preserve are listed, and Lake of Isles and Wyassup Lake have boat launches.
Which school district serves the town?
The North Stonington School District, with North Stonington Elementary School and Wheeler High School.
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