Living in Plainville, CT
Plainville is a 9.71 square mile Hartford County town on Route 10, with a Whiting Street downtown, a historic center in an 1890 town hall and several parks.
Plainville at a glance
- Median sale price
- $349,000+8.7% vs last year 184 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 35.86 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$8,800 median-priced home
- Population
- 17,757 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 9.7 sq mi 1,829 per sq mi
What it is like in Plainville
Plainville is in Hartford County and covers 9.71 square miles with a population of 17,757. It borders New Britain, Farmington, Bristol and Southington. Hartford is 14 miles and 20 minutes away by car.
The Plainville Historic Center at 29 Pierce Street occupies the former town hall, built in 1890. Its exhibits cover the Farmington Canal era from 1827 to 1847 and include a canal diorama, a Victorian parlor and a museum shop.
The town lists Quinnipiac Park, Ignacy Jan Paderewski Park, Trumbull Park, Norton Park, Veteran's Memorial Park, Tomasso Nature Park, Hamlin Pond Park and Northwest Park. Sunset Rock State Park Scenic Reserve is also listed.
Whiting Street in downtown Plainville has Bistro Twenty 4 at number 24. Rebel Dog Coffee Co. & Tavern is at 393 Farmington Avenue, which is Route 10.
Getting around from Plainville
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 20 min | 14 |
| New Haven | 40 min | 28 |
| Stamford | 92 min | 67 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 146 min | 103 |
| Boston | 144 min | 115 |
| Providence | 120 min | 89 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 45 min | 29 |
Rail stations nearby
- Berlin 5.3 mi CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak
Highways and routes
Hartford is 20 minutes (14 miles) away by car, New Haven 40 minutes (28 miles), Stamford 92 minutes (67 miles) and Midtown New York 146 minutes (103 miles). Bradley Airport is 45 minutes (29 miles) away.
The nearest rail station in the facts list is Berlin, 5.3 miles away in a straight line, with CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak service.
Schools in Plainville
6 public schools in Plainville School District and Judicial Centers. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 3
- Frank T. Wheeler
- Linden Street
- Louis Toffolon
Middle 1
- Middle School of Plainville
High school 2
- AFIR-LISA'S House
- Plainville High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Plainville School District and Judicial Centers 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 Plainville
Open Plainville in Google Maps →Eat and drink 5
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Bistro on Whiting Street in downtown Plainville with a burger on its menu.
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Seasonal ice cream shop on Woodford Avenue making its own ice cream.
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Coffee shop and tavern on Farmington Avenue (Route 10) serving coffee drinks, food and evening drinks.
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Craft brewery and taproom serving house-made beer and cocktails.
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Pizza and pub restaurant open Tuesday through Sunday, formerly operating as D'Marie's Pizza.
Things to do and see 1
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Museum in the 1890 former town hall with Farmington Canal exhibits, a canal diorama and a museum shop.
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.
Plainville housing market
Over the last 12 months, 184 homes sold in Plainville with a median sale price of $349,000 and a median of 8 days on market. There are 23 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $240 per square foot. The typical home sold for 103% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 8.7% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 1.5 months.
Plainville's town-wide property tax rate is 35.86 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $8,800 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 Plainville
What is the median home price in Plainville, CT?
The median sale price in Plainville is $349,000, based on 184 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Plainville, CT?
Plainville's town-wide property tax rate is 35.86 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $8,800 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Plainville, CT from Hartford?
Plainville is about 14 miles and a 20-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Plainville, CT from New York City?
Plainville is about 103 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 146-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Plainville, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Berlin (CTrail Hartford Line, Amtrak) about 5.3 miles from the center of Plainville. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Plainville, CT?
Plainville has about 17,757 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 9.7 square miles.
How many public schools are in Plainville, CT?
Plainville has 6 public schools in Plainville School District and Judicial Centers. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Plainville, CT?
There are 23 homes for sale in Plainville right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
How far is Plainville from Hartford?
Hartford is 14 miles away, about 20 minutes by car.
Is there a train station in Plainville?
The nearest station in our data is Berlin, 5.3 miles away in a straight line, with CTrail Hartford Line and Amtrak service.
What is there to see in Plainville?
The Plainville Historic Center at 29 Pierce Street is housed in the 1890 town hall and has Farmington Canal exhibits.
Which towns border Plainville?
New Britain, Farmington, Bristol and Southington.
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