Living in Old Saybrook, CT
Old Saybrook is a shoreline town in Middlesex County where the Connecticut River meets Long Island Sound, with a Main Street, town beaches and an Amtrak and Hartford Line station.
Old Saybrook at a glance
- Median sale price
- $721,250+3.5% vs last year 158 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 15.77 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$8,000 median-priced home
- Population
- 10,689 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 15.1 sq mi 710 per sq mi
What it is like in Old Saybrook
Old Saybrook covers 15.06 square miles in Middlesex County and had a population of 10,689. It borders Essex, Old Lyme, Westbrook and Lyme, and sits at the mouth of the Connecticut River on Long Island Sound.
The Saybrook Colony was founded here in 1635. Fort Saybrook Monument Park, at Saybrook Point, marks the colony site. The General William Hart House at 350 Main Street dates to about 1767 and is run by the Old Saybrook Historical Society.
Main Street holds the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, a theater and museum in the former town hall at 300 Main Street. Boston Post Road runs through town and holds more shops and restaurants.
Town outdoor places in the facts include Harvey's Beach, Old Saybrook Town Beach, Fort Saybrook Monument Park, Crystal Lake Town Park, Trask Town Park, Kavanagh Park and the Old Saybrook Town Green and South Green. Fenwick Golf Club is also in town.
Dining includes Liv's Oyster Bar on Main Street, Fresh Salt at Saybrook Point Resort & Marina, and Little Pub on Boston Post Road. The Kate hosts live theater, music, film and dance throughout the year.
Getting around from Old Saybrook
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 54 min | 42 |
| New Haven | 40 min | 30 |
| Stamford | 95 min | 70 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 148 min | 105 |
| Boston | 152 min | 126 |
| Providence | 91 min | 75 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 76 min | 56 |
Rail stations nearby
- Old Saybrook 0.6 mi CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak
- Westbrook 3.4 mi Shore Line East, CTrail Hartford Line
- Clinton 7.6 mi Shore Line East, CTrail Hartford Line
Highways and routes
Old Saybrook station, 0.6 miles in a straight line from the town's center in the facts, has CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak service. Westbrook (3.4 miles) and Clinton (7.6 miles) stations add Shore Line East and Hartford Line service.
By car, Hartford is 54 minutes (42 miles), New Haven 40 minutes (30 miles), Providence 91 minutes (75 miles), Boston 152 minutes (126 miles) and New York City (Midtown) 148 minutes (105 miles). Bradley Airport is 76 minutes (56 miles) away.
Schools in Old Saybrook
3 public schools in Old Saybrook School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 1
- Kathleen E. Goodwin
Middle 1
- Old Saybrook
High school 1
- Old Saybrook Senior High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Old Saybrook 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 Old Saybrook
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Italian restaurant serving Neapolitan-style pizza and pasta, with takeout.
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Italian trattoria and bar serving pizza, in a plaza on Boston Post Road.
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Coffee roaster and cafe at the train station serving espresso drinks, baked goods and sandwiches.
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Mexican restaurant with a full bar and an outdoor patio on Route 1.
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Waterfront seafood and contemporary American restaurant at Saybrook Point Resort & Marina.
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Seafood restaurant on Route 1 serving lobster rolls and fried seafood for eat-in or takeout.
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Pub on the Boston Post Road with a long burger list and a varied American menu.
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Dinner restaurant on Main Street serving seafood and a seasonally changing menu.
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Italian and American restaurant on Boston Post Road, closed Mondays.
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Craft brewery with a taproom that is open Thursday through Sunday.
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Pizzeria on Boston Post Road with online ordering for pickup and delivery.
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Bakery making cakes, cookies, breads, pies and chocolates.
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Breakfast and lunch restaurant known for stuffed pancakes, with a gluten-free menu.
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Restaurant serving Chinese dishes and sushi.
Things to do and see 2
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House built around 1767 that serves as the Old Saybrook Historical Society museum, open for weekend tours in season.
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Theater in the 1911 former town hall, with live performances and a free museum of Katharine Hepburn memorabilia.
Parks, preserves and trails 20
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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.
Old Saybrook housing market
Over the last 12 months, 158 homes sold in Old Saybrook with a median sale price of $721,250 and a median of 16 days on market. There are 35 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $408 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 3.5% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 2.7 months.
Old Saybrook's town-wide property tax rate is 15.77 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $8,000 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 Old Saybrook
What is the median home price in Old Saybrook, CT?
The median sale price in Old Saybrook is $721,250, based on 158 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Old Saybrook, CT?
Old Saybrook's town-wide property tax rate is 15.77 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $8,000 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Old Saybrook, CT from Hartford?
Old Saybrook is about 42 miles and a 54-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Old Saybrook, CT from New York City?
Old Saybrook is about 105 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 148-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Old Saybrook, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Old Saybrook (CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak) about 0.6 miles from the center of Old Saybrook. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Old Saybrook, CT?
Old Saybrook has about 10,689 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 15.1 square miles.
How many public schools are in Old Saybrook, CT?
Old Saybrook has 3 public schools in Old Saybrook 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 Old Saybrook, CT?
There are 35 homes for sale in Old Saybrook right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
What is there to do in Old Saybrook?
Visit the Katharine Hepburn Cultural Arts Center, tour the General William Hart House in season, walk Fort Saybrook Monument Park or use Harvey's Beach and the Old Saybrook Town Beach.
Is there a train station in town?
Yes. Old Saybrook station has CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak service. Shore Line East runs from nearby Westbrook and Clinton.
How far is Old Saybrook from Hartford and New Haven?
Hartford is 54 minutes and 42 miles by car. New Haven is 40 minutes and 30 miles.
Which towns border Old Saybrook?
Essex, Old Lyme, Westbrook and Lyme.
When was Old Saybrook founded?
The Saybrook Colony was founded in 1635 at the mouth of the Connecticut River.
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