Bridgewater Town Center
5 Church Hill Rd, Bridgewater, CT 06752
Living in Bridgewater, Connecticut
Bridgewater is a small town on the northeastern bank of the Housatonic River in Litchfield County, where the river is impounded to form Lake Lillinonah. It was incorporated in 1856 and was one of Connecticut's last dry towns until voters approved alcohol sales in 2014.
Bridgewater at a glance
- $613,500Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 19.75 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 20–25 minDrive to Danbury
- LitchfieldCounty · Litchfield Hills
Bridgewater's zip code
Bridgewater is served by the 06752 zip code.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgewater Town Center | 06752 | The compact center around the town green, with the town hall, Burnham Library and the Bridgewater Village Store. |
Bridgewater covers about 16.39 square miles and borders New Milford, Roxbury, Southbury, Newtown and Brookfield. It was incorporated in 1856.
Things to do in Bridgewater, CT
Start with Burnham Library and Lake Lillinonah Town Park & Boat Launch, then 1 more below.
Burnham Library
The town's public library, first dedicated in 1926 and expanded in 1980. It anchors the town center along with the town hall and green.
Bridgewater town center
Lake Lillinonah Town Park & Boat Launch
A town-owned, year-round boat launch on the western shore of Lake Lillinonah, the state's second-largest lake, with a concrete ramp and parking.
Lake Lillinonah, Bridgewater
Plan a visitBridgewater Village Store & Bistro Bridgewater
A combined country store, bakery and restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with a seasonal menu. It's the town's only restaurant with a full liquor license.
27 Main St S, Bridgewater, CT 06752
Around the calendar
- AugustBridgewater Country FairAn annual agricultural fair held in town each August.
A little history
Bridgewater was incorporated as a town in 1856, set off from Southbury, New Milford and New Fairfield.
The town was one of Connecticut's last remaining dry towns; voters approved alcohol sales in a 2014 referendum, 660 to 246.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Bridgewater
Bridgewater's outdoor life centers on Lake Lillinonah and the Housatonic River corridor.
- Lake LillinonahA manmade lake formed by damming the Housatonic River, the second-largest lake in Connecticut and shared with five neighboring towns.
- Lake Lillinonah Town Park & Boat LaunchPublic boat access on the lake's western shore with parking and a concrete ramp.More information
Where to eat in Bridgewater: restaurants and coffee
1 places in Bridgewater to try, including general store, bakery and american bistro. No one paid to be listed.
Bridgewater Village Store & Bistro Bridgewater
General store, bakery and American bistro
A country store with a deli and bakery paired with a sit-down restaurant serving breakfast through dinner. It carries Bridgewater Chocolate and is the town's only restaurant serving beer, wine and spirits.
27 Main St S, Bridgewater, CT 06752
Walkability and getting around Bridgewater
The town center is walkable in a small radius around the green, but most of Bridgewater is rural and residential, so a car is needed to reach most destinations.
Drive times
- Danbury, about 13 miles20–25 min
- Danbury Municipal Airport, about 15 miles25–30 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
There is no fixed-route public bus or rail service in Bridgewater; the nearest Metro-North stations are in New Milford's neighboring towns along the Housatonic corridor.
Bridgewater property taxes and home prices
Bridgewater's 2026–27 mill rate is 19.75, which is $19.75 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 $1,382 a year in taxes at 19.75 mills.
What homes in Bridgewater sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $682,50018 sales | – |
| Sep 2025 | $613,50027 sales | – |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Bridgewater's mill rate for 2026–27
19.75mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Bridgewater19.75 mills
- Motor vehicles19.75 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2026
How Bridgewater's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 18.50 |
| 2023–24 | 16.75 |
| 2024–25 | 17.75 |
| 2025–26 | 19.00 |
| 2026–27 | 19.75 |
Bridgewater's town rate went from 18.50 in 2022–23 to 19.75 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2026.
Look up a Bridgewater property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment
Buying a home in Bridgewater
What we check on a Bridgewater purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map, lakefront and well & septic.
First-time buyer programs in Bridgewater
CHFA sets Bridgewater's income and price limits for Litchfield County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
Land along the Housatonic River and the Lake Lillinonah shoreline sits in FEMA-mapped flood zones; we check the flood map before you make an offer near the water. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for BridgewaterLake Lillinonah shoreline
Homes near Lake Lillinonah may carry flood-zone considerations and, in some cases, shoreline or lake-association rules. We check the FEMA flood map for any property along the water before you make an offer.
Private wells and septic are the norm
Most of Bridgewater is served by private wells and septic systems rather than town water and sewer. A well and septic inspection is standard due diligence here.
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 Bridgewater?
Send us a Bridgewater address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Bridgewater: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Bridgewater: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Natural gasNo natural gas service in most of town; propane and oil heat are common
- WaterMostly private wells
- Sewer or septicMostly private septic systems
- Trash and recyclingBridgewater does not provide town-wide curbside pickup; households typically contract with a private hauler or use the transfer station.
Town offices and contacts
Bridgewater Town Hall is at 5 Church Hill Rd, Bridgewater, CT 06752. Hours: M, W, Th, F 8:00am–12:30pm; Tu 8:00am–3:30pm. Main line: 860-354-5102. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website860-354-5102
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records, elections860-354-5102
- AssessorProperty values and assessments
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payment
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections
- Planning & ZoningLand use applications and zoning regulations
- Public WorksRoads, town park and boat launch maintenance
- Burnham LibraryPublic library serving Bridgewater
- Regional School District 12School district serving Bridgewater
Bridgewater, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Bridgewater, CT?
Bridgewater's 2026–27 mill rate is 19.75, which is $19.75 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. The motor vehicle rate is 19.75 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Bridgewater?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 19.75 mills that's about $6,912 a year, or about $576 a month. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
What is the median home price in Bridgewater, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in Bridgewater was $613,500 across 27 sales, compared with $682,500 the year before.
When is Bridgewater's next revaluation?
Bridgewater's next revaluation takes effect October 1, 2026, on the state's schedule. The new assessments first show up on the tax bills due in July 2027.
What county is Bridgewater in?
Litchfield County.
What is Bridgewater's ZIP code?
06752.
Is there curbside trash pickup in Bridgewater?
No town-wide curbside program; residents generally use a private hauler or the transfer station.
How far is Bridgewater from Danbury?
About 13 miles, roughly a 20–25 minute drive.
Is there public transit in Bridgewater?
No fixed-route bus or rail service runs within the town.
What are Bridgewater town hall's hours?
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday 8:00am–12:30pm; Tuesday 8:00am–3:30pm.
Towns near Bridgewater
Neighbors of Bridgewater in Litchfield County and nearby. All Litchfield 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 Bridgewater sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Wikipedia: Bridgewater, Connecticut: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Bridgewater, CT — Town Park / Boat Launch: bridgewater-ct.gov
- Town of Bridgewater, CT — Town Clerk Staff Directory: bridgewater-ct.gov
- Bistro Bridgewater / Bridgewater Village Store listing: opentable.com
- Wikimedia Commons: File:Bridgewater, CT Town Center.jpg: commons.wikimedia.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Photo: AirportExpert, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.