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1 River Road, Bozrah, CT 06334
Living in Bozrah, Connecticut
Bozrah is a small town in New London County made up of three villages: Fitchville, the town center; Leffingwell, a crossroads on Route 82; and Gilman, a mill village. Gardner Lake, a 529-acre lake shared with Salem and Montville, occupies the town's southwestern corner. The town was incorporated in 1786 after splitting from Norwich.
Bozrah at a glance
- $370,000Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 24.00 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 12–15 minDrive to Norwich
- New LondonCounty · Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
Bozrah's villages and zip codes
Bozrah uses the 06334 ZIP code (Fitchville).
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Fitchville | 06334 | The town center, home to Town Hall and the town's school. |
| Leffingwell | 06334 | A crossroads village on Route 82. |
| Gilman | 06334 | A former mill village along Fitchville Road, near Bozrah Light & Power's service area. |
Bozrah covers about 20.2 square miles and borders Norwich, Montville, Salem, Colchester, Lebanon and Franklin. It was incorporated in 1786.
Things to do in Bozrah, CT
Start with Hopemead State Park and Gardner Lake, then 1 more below.
Hopemead State Park
An undeveloped 60-acre state recreation area in Bozrah. It has no developed facilities, making it a low-key spot for walking and exploring.
Bozrah, CT
Plan a visitGardner Lake
A 529-acre lake that occupies Bozrah's southwestern corner and extends into Salem and Montville. It's used for boating and fishing.
Southwestern Bozrah
Bozrah Congregational Church and Parsonage
A church and parsonage at 17 and 23 Bozrah Street listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1991.
17-23 Bozrah St, Bozrah, CT
A little history
Bozrah was originally part of Norwich's "nine-miles-square" and later the Parish of West Farms, becoming its own parish ("New Concord") in 1737 before incorporating as Bozrah in 1786.
The Bozrah Congregational Church and Parsonage on Bozrah Street was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1991.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Bozrah
Bozrah's outdoor spaces center on Gardner Lake and Hopemead State Park, both low-key and mostly undeveloped.
- Gardner LakeA 529-acre lake shared with Salem and Montville, used for boating and fishing.
- Hopemead State ParkA 60-acre undeveloped state park with no formal facilities.More information
Where to eat in Bozrah: restaurants and coffee
1 places in Bozrah to try, including country store and grill. No one paid to be listed.
Main's Country Store and Grill
Country store and grill
A combined country store and grill in the Fitchville area of town.
318 Fitchville Rd, Bozrah, CT 06334
Walkability and getting around Bozrah
Bozrah is a rural town without a walkable downtown; most errands and destinations require a car. Sidewalks are limited to small stretches near the town center.
Drive times
- Norwich, about 6 miles12–15 min
- Groton-New London Airport, about 20 miles30 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Bozrah has no fixed-route public transit; the nearest Amtrak and regional bus connections are in Norwich, about 6 miles away.
Bozrah property taxes and home prices
Bozrah's 2026–27 mill rate is 24.00, which is $24.00 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 $1,680 a year in taxes at 24.00 mills.
What homes in Bozrah sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $352,00029 sales | – |
| Sep 2025 | $370,00024 sales | – |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Bozrah's mill rate for 2026–27
24.00mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Bozrah24.00 mills
- Motor vehicles24.00 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2027
How Bozrah's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 27.00 |
| 2023–24 | 22.50 |
| 2024–25 | 22.75 |
| 2025–26 | 23.50 |
| 2026–27 | 24.00 |
Bozrah's town rate went from 27.00 in 2022–23 to 24.00 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2027.
Look up a Bozrah property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: 860-889-2689 ext. 205
Buying a home in Bozrah
What we check on a Bozrah purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map, municipal electric and no curbside pickup.
First-time buyer programs in Bozrah
CHFA sets Bozrah's income and price limits for New London County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
Gardner Lake in the southwestern corner of town and streams feeding it put nearby low-lying parcels in FEMA flood zones; buyers near the lake should check the flood map. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for BozrahBozrah Light & Power serves the town
Bozrah is one of a handful of Connecticut towns served by a municipally owned electric utility rather than Eversource. Bozrah Light & Power, a subsidiary of Groton Utilities, serves all of Bozrah plus parts of neighboring towns; confirm which utility serves a specific address before assuming Eversource rates apply.
Groton Utilities: Bozrah L&PTrash goes to the transfer station
Bozrah does not run municipal curbside trash collection. Residents haul to the town transfer station on Commerce Park Road or contract with a private hauler; factor this into moving plans.
Transfer station infoAll 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 Bozrah?
Send us a Bozrah address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Bozrah: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Bozrah: Bozrah Light & Power (a municipal utility owned by the City of Groton, operated as Groton Utilities) serves all of Bozrah and parts of neighboring towns; some areas may be served by Eversource for power.
- ElectricBozrah Light & Power (a municipal utility owned by the City of Groton, operated as Groton Utilities) serves all of Bozrah and parts of neighboring towns; some areas may be served by Eversource
- Trash and recyclingBozrah does not have municipal curbside trash pickup; residents use the town transfer station or a private hauler.
Bozrah Transfer Station
8 Commerce Park Rd, Bozrah, CT 06334 Monday–Friday, 6:00 AM–4:00 PM
Transfer station detailsTown offices and contacts
Bozrah Town Hall is at 1 River Road, Bozrah, CT 06334. Hours: Tuesday–Wednesday 9am–4pm, Thursday 9am–6pm; closed Monday and Friday. Main line: 860-889-2689. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website860-889-2689
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records and licenses.860-889-2689 ext. 201
- AssessorProperty values and assessments.860-889-2689 ext. 205
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payments.860-889-2689 ext. 204
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections.860-889-2689 ext. 206
- Planning & ZoningLand use and zoning review.860-235-6211
- Public WorksRoads, town grounds and facilities.
- Bozrah School DistrictPreschool–grade 8 at Fields Memorial School; the town pays tuition for high school students to attend Norwich Free Academy or other regional schools.
Bozrah, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Bozrah, CT?
Bozrah's 2026–27 mill rate is 24.00, which is $24.00 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. The motor vehicle rate is 24.00 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Bozrah?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 24.00 mills that's about $8,400 a year, or about $700 a month. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
What is the median home price in Bozrah, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in Bozrah was $370,000 across 24 sales, compared with $352,000 the year before.
When is Bozrah's next revaluation?
Bozrah's next revaluation takes effect October 1, 2027, on the state's schedule. The new assessments first show up on the tax bills due in July 2028.
What county is Bozrah in?
New London County, in the Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region.
What ZIP code does Bozrah use?
06334 (Fitchville).
Is there curbside trash pickup in Bozrah?
No. Residents use the Bozrah Transfer Station at 8 Commerce Park Rd or a private hauler.
How far is Bozrah from Norwich?
About 6 miles, roughly a 12–15 minute drive.
Who provides electricity in Bozrah?
Bozrah Light & Power, a municipal utility operated by Groton Utilities, serves the town.
What are Town Hall's hours?
Tuesday and Wednesday 9am–4pm, Thursday 9am–6pm; closed Monday and Friday.
Towns near Bozrah
Neighbors of Bozrah in New London County and nearby. All New London 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 Bozrah sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Wikipedia: Bozrah, Connecticut: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Bozrah official website: townofbozrah.org
- Town of Bozrah staff directory: townofbozrah.org
- Town of Bozrah: Transfer Station/Dump: townofbozrah.org
- Groton Utilities: About Bozrah Light & Power: grotonutilities.com
- Town of Bozrah: Our Schools: townofbozrah.org
- Wikimedia Commons: Town Hall, Bozrah CT.JPG: commons.wikimedia.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Photo: John Phelan, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.