Beacon Falls center
10 Maple Ave, Beacon Falls, CT 06403
Living in Beacon Falls, Connecticut
Beacon Falls is a small town in the Naugatuck River valley in New Haven County, between Waterbury and Naugatuck. The Naugatuck River runs through the center of town, and much of the local history traces back to the rubber shoe factory that once stood along it.
Beacon Falls at a glance
- $350,000Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 23.67 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 15–20 minDrive to Waterbury
- New HavenCounty · Naugatuck Valley
Beacon Falls's villages and zip codes
Beacon Falls has 2 villages or sections. Whatever the mailing address says, they're all part of the Town of Beacon Falls for property taxes and town services.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Beacon Falls center | 06403 | The town center along South Main Street near the Naugatuck River, where the old Beacon Falls Rubber Shoe Company factory buildings were later converted into apartments. |
| Pine Bridge | 06403 | A section of town south of the center. |
Beacon Falls covers about 9.8 square miles and borders Bethany, Seymour, Naugatuck and Oxford. It was incorporated in 1871.
Things to do in Beacon Falls, CT
Start with Naugatuck State Forest and Matthies Memorial Park, then 1 more below.
Naugatuck State Forest
Nearly 5,000 acres of woodland in the Naugatuck River valley, crossed by blue-blazed trails including the Naugatuck Trail and a mountain-biking network. Trails are also used for snowmobiling, cross-country skiing and trail running.
Beacon Falls
Plan a visitMatthies Memorial Park
A town park built around Carrington Pond, with walking trails and a small island house. The park hosts pavilions available for reservation through the town's Parks & Recreation department.
Beacon Falls
Plan a visitNaugatuck River access
Several points along the river in town give access for fishing, canoeing and kayaking.
Along the Naugatuck River
A little history
The Flood of 1955 caused extensive damage along the Naugatuck River valley, including in Beacon Falls.
The former rubber shoe factory's brick buildings were converted in the late 1980s into Beacon Mill Village, a 188-unit apartment complex.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Beacon Falls
The Naugatuck River and the Naugatuck State Forest give Beacon Falls most of its outdoor recreation, from riverside trails to forest hiking and biking.
- Naugatuck State ForestBlue-blazed hiking trails, including the Naugatuck Trail, plus mountain biking and winter trail use.More information
- Matthies Memorial ParkTrails and a pond in the center of town.
- Naugatuck RiverFishing, canoeing and kayaking access points within town.
Where to eat in Beacon Falls: restaurants and coffee
2 places in Beacon Falls to try, including italian restaurant and pizza restaurant. No one paid to be listed.
The Original Antonio's
Italian restaurant
An Italian restaurant on North Main Street in the town center.
90 N Main St, Beacon Falls, CT 06403 · facebook.com/p/The-Original-Antonios-100063469786819
The Beacon Pizza Bar
Pizza restaurant
A family-owned pizza restaurant on South Main Street.
81 S Main St, Beacon Falls, CT 06403 · thebeaconpizzabar.com
Walkability and getting around Beacon Falls
The town center along Main Street is walkable for a few blocks near the river and old factory buildings, but most of Beacon Falls is spread along state routes 8 and 42 and requires a car to get around.
Drive times
- Waterbury, about 6 miles15–20 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Beacon Falls has a Metro-North New Haven Line branch stop (the Waterbury Branch) at the Beacon Falls train station. Regional bus service is limited.
Beacon Falls property taxes and home prices
Beacon Falls's 2026–27 mill rate is 23.67, which is $23.67 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. Connecticut taxes a home at 70% of its appraised value, so every $100,000 of value costs about $1,657 a year in taxes at 23.67 mills.
What homes in Beacon Falls sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $362,50046 sales | $280,00021 sales |
| Sep 2025 | $350,00044 sales | $402,75024 sales |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Beacon Falls's mill rate for 2026–27
23.67mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Beacon Falls23.67 mills
- Motor vehicles23.67 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2030
How Beacon Falls's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 28.31 |
| 2023–24 | 29.54 |
| 2024–25 | 29.83 |
| 2025–26 | 30.46 |
| 2026–27 | 23.67 |
Beacon Falls's town rate went from 28.31 in 2022–23 to 23.67 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2030.
Look up a Beacon Falls property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: (203) 729-4340
Buying a home in Beacon Falls
What we check on a Beacon Falls purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map and river proximity.
First-time buyer programs in Beacon Falls
CHFA sets Beacon Falls's income and price limits for New Haven County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
The Naugatuck River runs through the center of Beacon Falls and has flooded the valley historically, including during the Flood of 1955. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for Beacon FallsCheck the flood map before you offer
The Naugatuck River runs through the town center, and parts of Beacon Falls near the river have flooded historically. We check the FEMA flood map for any property near the river before you make an offer.
All loans are subject to credit approval, underwriting, and property and program requirements. CHFA and USDA limits and eligibility are set by those agencies and change from time to time.
Thinking about buying in Beacon Falls?
Send us a Beacon Falls address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Beacon Falls: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Beacon Falls: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Trash and recyclingThe town provides information on trash and recycling through its Services page; check the town website for current collection details.
Town offices and contacts
Beacon Falls Town Hall is at 10 Maple Ave, Beacon Falls, CT 06403. Hours: Monday–Thursday 9am–4:30pm; Friday 9am–2pm. Main line: (203) 729-4340. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website(203) 729-4340
- Town ClerkVital records, land records and elections.(203) 729-4340
- AssessorProperty values and assessments.(203) 729-4340
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and collection.(203) 729-4340
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections.(203) 729-4340
- Planning & ZoningLand use and zoning review.(203) 729-4340
- Parks & RecreationTown parks, fields and facility reservations.
- Public WorksRoads, plowing and town maintenance.
- Region 16 school districtRegional School District #16 (Beacon Falls and Prospect).
Beacon Falls, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Beacon Falls, CT?
Beacon Falls's 2026–27 mill rate is 23.67, which is $23.67 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. The motor vehicle rate is 23.67 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Beacon Falls?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 23.67 mills that's about $8,285 a year, or about $690 a month. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
What is the median home price in Beacon Falls, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in Beacon Falls was $350,000 across 44 sales, compared with $362,500 the year before. The median condo sale was $402,750 across 24 sales.
When is Beacon Falls's next revaluation?
Beacon Falls's next revaluation takes effect October 1, 2030, on the state's schedule. The new assessments first show up on the tax bills due in July 2031.
What county is Beacon Falls in?
Beacon Falls is in New Haven County, in the Naugatuck Valley Planning Region.
What is the zip code for Beacon Falls?
06403.
Is there train service from Beacon Falls?
Yes, the Beacon Falls station is on the Waterbury Branch of the Metro-North New Haven Line.
How far is Beacon Falls from Waterbury?
About 6 miles, roughly 15–20 minutes by car.
What are Beacon Falls town hall hours?
Monday–Thursday 9am–4:30pm and Friday 9am–2pm, at 10 Maple Ave.
Towns near Beacon Falls
Neighbors of Beacon Falls in New Haven County and nearby. All New Haven County towns.
Sources
- Mill rates: Connecticut Office of Policy and Management, "Mill Rates for FY 2014–2027," data.ct.gov. Revaluation year: OPM, Revaluation Schedule 2023–2037.
- Home sales: "Real Estate Sales 2001–2024 GL," data.ct.gov. Medians use Beacon Falls sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Beacon Falls, Connecticut - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Beacon Falls official website: beaconfalls-ct.org
- Naugatuck State Forest - CT State Parks: ctparks.com
- Facility and Pavilion Use Application - Beacon Falls: beaconfalls-ct.org
- The Beacon Pizza Bar: thebeaconpizzabar.com
- The Original Antonio's - Facebook: facebook.com
- Region 16 school district: region16.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Checked September 25, 2026.