Living in Torrington, CT
Torrington is a city of 35,673 residents in Litchfield County, Connecticut, in the Naugatuck River valley, with a Main Street arts district and Routes 8, 4 and 202.
Torrington at a glance
- Median sale price
- $310,000+6.9% vs last year 491 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 33.46 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$7,300 median-priced home
- Population
- 35,673 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 39.8 sq mi 897 per sq mi
What it is like in Torrington
Torrington is in Litchfield County and covers 39.76 square miles. It borders Goshen, Harwinton, Winchester, New Hartford, Litchfield and Barkhamsted. The downtown sits in the Naugatuck River valley, with higher ground on the eastern and western edges.
Ebenezer Lyman Jr. settled the area in 1735. It was incorporated as a town in 1740 and chartered as a city in 1923. Woolen and brass mills grew along the river in the 1800s, and the abolitionist John Brown was born in Torrington in 1800.
Main Street holds the Warner Theatre, KidsPlay Children's Museum, Five Points Gallery and the Hotchkiss-Fyler House Museum. The city has a designated cultural district.
City parks include Coe Memorial Park, Alvord Park, Fuessenich Park, Elise Besse Park and Major Besse Park. Alvord Park has an 18-hole disc golf course, and the Buttrick Trail runs through Paugnut State Forest to a pond. Eastwood Country Club and Green Woods Country Club are golf clubs in town.
The Warner Theatre, built in 1931, hosts performances. Bad Dog Brewing Company occupies a former firehouse on Water Street, and restaurants include Yiayia's Greek Kitchen, Love It Vegan and The Venetian Restaurant. Main Street Marketplace holds summer weeknight events downtown.
Getting around from Torrington
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 53 min | 28 |
| New Haven | 69 min | 45 |
| Stamford | 105 min | 74 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 153 min | 105 |
| Boston | 175 min | 129 |
| Providence | 151 min | 103 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 73 min | 37 |
Rail
No passenger rail station within 8 miles.
Highways and routes
Routes 8 and 4 and U.S. Route 202 meet downtown, and Routes 183 and 272 also serve the city. Hartford is 28 miles and 53 minutes by car, and New Haven is 45 miles and 69 minutes. Bradley Airport is 37 miles and 73 minutes away.
The Northwestern Connecticut Transit District runs buses in the city. No passenger rail station is listed for Torrington. Stamford is 105 minutes by car, Midtown New York City is 153 minutes, Providence is 151 minutes and Boston is 175 minutes.
Schools in Torrington
7 public schools in Torrington School District and Connecticut Technical Education and Career System. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 4
- Forbes
- Southwest
- Torringford
- Vogel-Wetmore
Middle 1
- Torrington
High school 2
- Oliver Wolcott Technical High School
- Torrington High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Torrington School District and Connecticut Technical Education and Career System 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 Torrington
Open Torrington in Google Maps →Eat and drink 15
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Asian fusion and sushi restaurant on Winsted Road with online ordering.
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Italian eatery and cafe on Water Street with catering.
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Italian restaurant on Main Street with online ordering and a covered patio.
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Small-batch brewery and taproom in a former firehouse on Water Street.
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Central American restaurant on East Main Street.
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Pizza restaurant on Riverside Avenue.
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Hibachi takeout restaurant on High Street.
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Vegan cafe on Main Street serving breakfast and lunch, closed Tuesdays.
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Pizzeria on Main Street.
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Pizza shop on East Main Street with an online menu.
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Cocktail lounge and restaurant on Main Street, open Wednesday through Saturday evenings.
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Restaurant on East Main Street open daily from 10 a.m.
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Pizza and Italian restaurant on East Elm Street.
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Greek restaurant serving gyros, grilled skewers and lamb chops, open since 2019.
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Barbecue restaurant on Winsted Road.
Things to do and see 5
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Contemporary art gallery with three exhibition spaces on Main Street.
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Historic house museum run by the Torrington Historical Society.
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Hands-on museum with interactive exhibits and a toy shop on Main Street.
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Puzzle and escape game venue on East Main Street.
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Performing arts center in a theater built in 1931, with a studio theater.
Parks, preserves and trails 24
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.
Torrington housing market
Over the last 12 months, 491 homes sold in Torrington with a median sale price of $310,000 and a median of 19 days on market. There are 118 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $188 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 6.9% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 2.9 months.
Torrington's town-wide property tax rate is 33.46 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,300 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 Torrington
What is the median home price in Torrington, CT?
The median sale price in Torrington is $310,000, based on 491 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Torrington, CT?
Torrington's town-wide property tax rate is 33.46 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $7,300 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Torrington, CT from Hartford?
Torrington is about 28 miles and a 53-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Torrington, CT from New York City?
Torrington is about 105 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 153-minute drive without traffic.
What is the population of Torrington, CT?
Torrington has about 35,673 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 39.8 square miles.
How many public schools are in Torrington, CT?
Torrington has 7 public schools in Torrington School District and Connecticut Technical Education and Career System. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Torrington, CT?
There are 118 homes for sale in Torrington right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
How far is Torrington from Hartford?
Hartford is 28 miles and about 53 minutes by car.
Which highways serve Torrington?
Routes 8, 4 and U.S. Route 202 meet downtown, and Routes 183 and 272 are also major roads.
Is there a train station in Torrington?
No passenger rail station is listed for Torrington.
What is there to do on Main Street?
Main Street has the Warner Theatre, KidsPlay Children's Museum, Five Points Gallery and the Hotchkiss-Fyler House Museum.
Which towns border Torrington?
Goshen, Harwinton, Winchester, New Hartford, Litchfield and Barkhamsted.
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