Living in Prospect, CT
Prospect is a 14.2 square mile New Haven County town where Routes 68 and 69 meet at the town green, with a golf course, town fields and several preserves.
Prospect at a glance
- Median sale price
- $474,500+11.9% vs last year 109 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 28.47 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$9,500 median-priced home
- Population
- 9,573 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 14.2 sq mi 674 per sq mi
What it is like in Prospect
Prospect is in New Haven County and covers 14.2 square miles with a population of 9,573. It borders Cheshire, Naugatuck, Waterbury and Bethany. New Haven is 15 miles and 26 minutes away by car.
The Prospect Green Historic District sits on the highest settled point in New Haven County, at the corner of Routes 68 and 69. The district includes a school house of about 1865 that the Prospect Historical Society uses, and the society's museum is the Hotchkiss House and barn at 61 Waterbury Road.
Listed outdoor places include Highland Greens Golf Course, Canfield Park, Hotchkiss Field, McGrath Park, Forger Park, Kathan Woods, Luke Street Wetland, Old Kalinauskas Farm and Raudis Farm.
Pizzeria Napoletana at 22 Union City Road and Anna's Prospect Pizza at 34 Waterbury Road are two places to eat. Waterbury Road is the Route 69 corridor and holds several shops and restaurants.
Getting around from Prospect
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 39 min | 28 |
| New Haven | 26 min | 15 |
| Stamford | 72 min | 52 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 126 min | 87 |
| Boston | 163 min | 129 |
| Providence | 137 min | 105 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 64 min | 43 |
Rail stations nearby
- Naugatuck 4 mi Metro-North
- Waterbury 5.3 mi Metro-North
- Beacon Falls 6.1 mi Metro-North
Highways and routes
Routes 68 and 69 cross at the town green. By car, New Haven is 26 minutes (15 miles), Hartford 39 minutes (28 miles), Stamford 72 minutes (52 miles) and Midtown New York 126 minutes (87 miles). Bradley Airport is 64 minutes (43 miles) away.
The nearest Metro-North stations are Naugatuck (4 miles in a straight line), Waterbury (5.3 miles) and Beacon Falls (6.1 miles).
Schools in Prospect
2 public schools in Regional School District 16. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 1
- Prospect
Middle 1
- Long River
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Regional School District 16 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 Prospect
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Pizzeria in a Waterbury Road plaza.
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Pizzeria with a wood-burning brick oven, also serving salads, sandwiches, calzones and dinner entrees.
Things to do and see 1
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Local history museum in the Hotchkiss House and barn beside the town green, with limited weekly hours.
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.
Prospect housing market
Over the last 12 months, 109 homes sold in Prospect with a median sale price of $474,500 and a median of 13 days on market. There are 13 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $239 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 11.9% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 1.4 months.
Prospect's town-wide property tax rate is 28.47 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $9,500 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 Prospect
What is the median home price in Prospect, CT?
The median sale price in Prospect is $474,500, based on 109 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Prospect, CT?
Prospect's town-wide property tax rate is 28.47 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $9,500 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Prospect, CT from Hartford?
Prospect is about 28 miles and a 39-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Prospect, CT from New York City?
Prospect is about 87 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 126-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Prospect, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Naugatuck (Metro-North) about 4 miles from the center of Prospect. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Prospect, CT?
Prospect has about 9,573 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 14.2 square miles.
How many public schools are in Prospect, CT?
Prospect has 2 public schools in Regional School District 16. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Prospect, CT?
There are 13 homes for sale in Prospect right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
Is there a train station in Prospect?
No. The nearest Metro-North stations are Naugatuck (4 miles in a straight line), Waterbury (5.3 miles) and Beacon Falls (6.1 miles).
How far is Prospect from New Haven?
New Haven is 15 miles away, about 26 minutes by car.
Which towns border Prospect?
Cheshire, Naugatuck, Waterbury and Bethany.
Is there a golf course in Prospect?
Yes. Highland Greens Golf Course is listed among the town's recreation areas.
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