Living in Somers, CT
Somers is a Tolland County town in the northern corner of the state, bordering Enfield, Ellington and Stafford and the Massachusetts line.
Somers at a glance
- Median sale price
- $519,950+8.8% vs last year 92 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 23.46 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$8,500 median-priced home
- Population
- 10,905 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 28.5 sq mi 382 per sq mi
What it is like in Somers
Somers covers 28.53 square miles of Tolland County and had a population of 10,905 in the facts we hold. It borders Enfield, Ellington and Stafford.
The land was part of the Agawam Plantation in the 1600s and later part of Enfield. The village was called Wallop and then East Enfield before becoming a town in 1734 under the name Somers, after John Somers, 1st Baron Somers. It joined the Connecticut Colony in 1749.
Bald Mountain rises to 1,121 feet. The town has a historic district at its center, with village areas named Somers Center, Somersville and North Somers. Two state correctional facilities, Northern and Osborn, are located in town.
Open spaces in the town's records include Somers Common, Whitaker Woods, Bald Mountain Preserve, Stevenson Woodlands, Scantic Riparian Area, Skyline Scenic Area, McCann Family Farm Preserve and Schlaf Farm Preserve. Shenipsit State Forest and Scantic River State Park extend partly into Somers, and the Shenipsit Trail passes through.
The Somers Historical Society Museum at 11 Battle Street occupies the former public library building. The Four Town Fair is held each September at the fairgrounds at 56 Egypt Road, and is described as the longest-running agricultural fair in Connecticut. The town's Field Road recreation area has ball fields and tennis courts.
Getting around from Somers
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 39 min | 25 |
| New Haven | 82 min | 61 |
| Stamford | 134 min | 99 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 188 min | 134 |
| Boston | 117 min | 86 |
| Providence | 104 min | 65 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 35 min | 15 |
Rail
No passenger rail station within 8 miles.
Highways and routes
Hartford is 39 minutes (25 miles) by car, Bradley Airport 35 minutes (15 miles), and New Haven 82 minutes (61 miles). Springfield, Massachusetts lies about 13 miles northwest of the town.
No rail station is listed for Somers in our facts. We did not confirm bus service or the numbered routes through town.
Schools in Somers
3 public schools in Somers School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 1
- Somers
Middle 1
- Mabelle B. Avery
High school 1
- Somers High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Somers 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 Somers
Open Somers in Google Maps →Things to do and see 2
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Orchard and farm selling peaches, apples, Asian pears and vegetables, pre-picked or pick-your-own in season.
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Local history museum in the former 1896 public library, with archives, farm tools and photographs.
Parks, preserves and trails 18
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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.
Somers housing market
Over the last 12 months, 92 homes sold in Somers with a median sale price of $519,950 and a median of 11 days on market. There are 21 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $225 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 8.8% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 2.7 months.
Somers's town-wide property tax rate is 23.46 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $8,500 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 Somers
What is the median home price in Somers, CT?
The median sale price in Somers is $519,950, based on 92 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Somers, CT?
Somers's town-wide property tax rate is 23.46 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $8,500 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Somers, CT from Hartford?
Somers is about 25 miles and a 39-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Somers, CT from New York City?
Somers is about 134 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 188-minute drive without traffic.
What is the population of Somers, CT?
Somers has about 10,905 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 28.5 square miles.
How many public schools are in Somers, CT?
Somers has 3 public schools in Somers 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 Somers, CT?
There are 21 homes for sale in Somers right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
How far is Somers from Hartford?
Hartford is 25 miles and about 39 minutes by car.
How far is Bradley Airport from Somers?
Bradley Airport is 15 miles away, about 35 minutes by car.
What towns border Somers?
Enfield, Ellington and Stafford.
What is the Four Town Fair?
It is an agricultural fair held each September at the fairgrounds at 56 Egypt Road in Somers.
What outdoor areas are in Somers?
Somers Common, Whitaker Woods, Bald Mountain Preserve, Stevenson Woodlands and parts of Shenipsit State Forest and Scantic River State Park are among them.
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