Bolton center
222 Bolton Center Rd, Bolton, CT 06043
Living in Bolton, Connecticut
Bolton is a small town in Tolland County on the ridge east of Manchester, split by the Hop River valley and the rock notch that gives Bolton Notch its name. It was incorporated in October 1720 and was once known for a stone quarry whose schist was cut into tombstones sold across New England.
Bolton at a glance
- $376,000Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 33.97 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 20–25 minDrive to Hartford
- TollandCounty
Bolton's zip code
Bolton is served by the 06043 zip code.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Bolton center | 06043 | Around Bolton Center Road and the Bolton Green Historic District, near Town Hall. |
Bolton covers about 14.4 square miles and borders Vernon, Manchester, Glastonbury, Coventry, Andover and Hebron. It was incorporated in 1720.
Things to do in Bolton, CT
Start with Bolton Notch State Park and Freja Park, then 2 more below.
Bolton Notch State Park
A 95-acre state park with forests, caves, a lake and overlooks. The 1.7-mile Mohegan Trail climbs to views of the Connecticut River Valley, Talcott Mountain and the Hanging Hills of Meriden.
Bolton Notch, off Rte 6/44
Plan a visit to Bolton Notch State Park (opens in a new tab)Freja Park
A trailhead park on US Route 44 that connects to the Hop River State Park Trail, the blue-blazed Shenipsit Trail and the East Coast Greenway, with access toward Valley Falls and Risley Pond.
US Route 44
Plan a visit to Freja Park (opens in a new tab)Herrick Memorial Park
A town park with a community building, playscape, baseball and softball fields, a soccer field and a basketball court.
Hebron Road
Plan a visit to Herrick Memorial Park (opens in a new tab)Bentley Memorial Library
Bolton's public library, with regular programs and events posted on the town calendar.
Bolton
Plan a visit to Bentley Memorial Library (opens in a new tab)
More worth a visit
- Bolton Heritage FarmA 100-acre former town-owned farm site where the Comte de Rochambeau's army camped in 1781.Website
A little history
Bolton was incorporated in October 1720, having previously been referred to as the "Hartford Mountains" while part of Hartford.
Jonathan Edwards served as Bolton's pastor beginning in 1723, a period in which he described his own "great awakening."
The town's schist quarries supplied stone to tombstone carvers across New England in the 18th century; the former quarry community was known as Quarryville, near Bolton Notch.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Bolton
Bolton's outdoor life centers on the notch and the ridgeline trails that cross it, plus a scattering of town parks and a lake community in the northeast corner of town.
- Shenipsit TrailA blue-blazed hiking trail that passes through Bolton Notch on its route through northeastern Connecticut.More information
- Hop River State Park TrailA multi-use rail trail through the Hop River valley, part of the statewide trail network and the East Coast Greenway.More information
- Bolton Notch State ParkForest, caves and a small lake around the notch, with an overlook trail and access to regional trail connections.More information
Walkability and getting around Bolton
Bolton is a car-dependent town outside of Bolton center; homes and parks are spread along ridge roads with no continuous sidewalk network. The Hop River Trail and East Coast Greenway give walkers and cyclists a car-free route through part of town.
Drive times
- Hartford, about 15 miles20–25 min
- Bradley International Airport, about 25 miles30–35 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
There is no fixed-route local bus service in Bolton. The nearest Hartford Line and bus connections are in Manchester and Vernon.
Bolton property taxes and home prices
Bolton's 2026–27 mill rate is 33.97, which is $33.97 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 $2,378 a year in taxes at 33.97 mills.
What homes in Bolton sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $376,00055 sales | – |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Bolton's mill rate for 2026–27
33.97mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Bolton33.97 mills
- Motor vehicles32.46 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2028
How Bolton's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 39.99 |
| 2023–24 | 43.82 |
| 2024–25 | 32.74 |
| 2025–26 | 32.30 |
| 2026–27 | 33.97 |
Bolton's town rate went from 39.99 in 2022–23 to 33.97 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2028.
Look up a Bolton property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: (860) 649-8066
Buying a home in Bolton
Things to look into on a Bolton purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map and lake community.
CHFA home loans in Bolton
CHFA sets income and purchase price limits town by town, and some census tracts are Targeted Areas with different rules. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits map (opens in a new tab)Check the flood zone first
Parts of Bolton near the Hop River and Bolton Lakes fall within FEMA-mapped flood zones; buyers near the lakes or the river valley should check the flood map before making an offer. We take an early look at FEMA's map before you offer. That's not a flood determination: the official determination ordered with your loan decides whether flood insurance is required.
FEMA's flood map for Bolton (opens in a new tab)Bolton Lake
Homes around Bolton Lake are served by the Bolton Lakes Regional Water Pollution Control Authority rather than town-wide sewer, and some parcels belong to a lake association. Ask about association dues and sewer versus septic before making an offer.
Bolton refuse & sewer services (opens in a new tab)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 Bolton?
Send us a Bolton address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Bolton: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Bolton: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Natural gasNo natural gas service confirmed
- WaterMostly private wells, with some public water in parts of town
- Sewer or septicThe Bolton Lakes Regional Water Pollution Control Authority (BLRWPCA) serves the Bolton Lake area; most of the rest of town is on septic
- Trash and recyclingThe town issues each residence a single 95-gallon trash cart once a certificate of occupancy is obtained; residents can also use the town's residential recycling center.
Bolton Residential Recycling Center
Off Notch Road, Bolton, CT Select Saturdays, April through November, from 8:00 a.m.
Transfer station details (opens in a new tab)Town offices and contacts
Bolton Town Hall is at 222 Bolton Center Rd, Bolton, CT 06043. Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Tue 8:30 a.m.–6:30 p.m.; Fri 8:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.. Main line: (860) 649-8066. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website(860) 649-8066
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records and elections.(860) 649-8066
- AssessorProperty values and assessments.(860) 649-8066
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payment.(860) 649-8066
- Land Use DepartmentBuilding, planning and zoning permits and review.(860) 649-8066
- HighwaysRoad maintenance and public works.(860) 649-8066
- Sewer Authority (BLRWPCA)Sewer service for the Bolton Lake area.
- Bentley Memorial LibraryBolton's public library.
- Bolton Public SchoolsBolton's school district.
Bolton, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Bolton, CT?
Bolton's 2026–27 mill rate is 33.97, which is $33.97 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. The motor vehicle rate is 32.46 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Bolton?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 33.97 mills that's about $11,890 a year, or about $991 a month. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
What is the median home price in Bolton, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in Bolton was $376,000 across 55 sales.
When is Bolton's next revaluation?
Bolton's next revaluation takes effect October 1, 2028, on the state's schedule. The new assessments first show up on the tax bills due in July 2029.
What county is Bolton, CT in?
Bolton is in Tolland County.
What is Bolton's ZIP code?
Bolton's ZIP code is 06043.
How does trash pickup work in Bolton?
The town issues each home a single 95-gallon cart once it has a certificate of occupancy; there is also a residential recycling center off Notch Road open on select Saturdays from April through November.
How far is Bolton from Hartford?
Bolton is about 15 miles from Hartford, roughly a 20–25 minute drive.
Is there public water and sewer in Bolton?
Most of Bolton is on private wells and septic; the Bolton Lakes Regional Water Pollution Control Authority provides sewer service around Bolton Lake.
What are Bolton Town Hall's hours?
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., and Friday 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Towns near Bolton
Neighbors of Bolton in Tolland County and nearby. All Tolland 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 Bolton sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Bolton, Connecticut - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Bolton, Connecticut - official website: boltonct.gov
- Bolton, Connecticut - Contact: boltonct.gov
- Bolton, Connecticut - Departments: boltonct.gov
- Bolton Notch State Park - CT Parks: ctparks.com
- Freja Park - Explore Connecticut: explorect.org
- Refuse & Recycling - Bolton, Connecticut: boltonct.gov
- Bolton Green Historic District photo - Wikimedia Commons: commons.wikimedia.org
- Walkability: Walk Score® ratings, Bike Score® and Transit Score® ratings, provided live by Walk Score. Addresses are located with the U.S. Census Bureau geocoder.
- Photo: "Bolton Green Historic District" by Sphilbrick, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons; resized.
- Checked September 25, 2026.