Brooklyn Center
4 Wolf Den Rd, Brooklyn, CT 06234
Living in Brooklyn, Connecticut
Brooklyn is a town in Windham County in Connecticut's Quiet Corner, formed in May 1786 from parts of Canterbury and Pomfret. The Quinebaug River runs along its eastern edge, and the town green is anchored by an 1888 equestrian statue of General Israel Putnam. It's home to the Brooklyn Fair, billed as the oldest continuously operating agricultural fair in the United States.
Brooklyn at a glance
- 23.31 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 25-30 minDrive to Norwich
- WindhamCounty · Northeastern Connecticut / Quiet Corner
Brooklyn's villages and zip codes
Brooklyn has 2 villages or sections. Whatever the mailing address says, they're all part of the Town of Brooklyn for property taxes and town services.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Brooklyn Center | 06234 | The town center around the green, post office and the Israel Putnam monument. |
| East Brooklyn | 06239 | A village east of the town center, on the far side of the Quinebaug River. |
Brooklyn covers about 29.1 square miles and borders Pomfret, Canterbury, Plainfield, Killingly, Hampton and Scotland. It was incorporated in 1786.
Things to do in Brooklyn, CT
Start with Brooklyn Fair and Trinity Episcopal Church, then 2 more below.
Brooklyn Fair
An agricultural fair held annually before Labor Day weekend, described as the oldest continuously operating agricultural fair in the United States. It features livestock shows, exhibits and a midway on the fairgrounds.
Fairgrounds, Brooklyn, CT
Trinity Episcopal Church
A church on Church Street listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1970, part of the town's cluster of 19th-century buildings near the green.
Church St, Brooklyn, CT
Brooklyn Green Historic District
The historic core of town around the green, including the Israel Putnam equestrian monument (1888) and surrounding period buildings.
Town Green, Brooklyn, CT
Creamery Brook Bison
A working bison farm offering tours to see the animals up close, one of a handful of farm-based attractions around town.
Brooklyn, CT
More worth a visit
- Bush Hill Historic DistrictA rural historic district of 18th- and 19th-century farmhouses.
- Unitarian MeetinghouseA historic meetinghouse in the town center area.
Around the calendar
- AugustBrooklyn FairThe town's agricultural fair, held annually in the days before Labor Day.
A little history
Brooklyn was incorporated in May 1786, formed from land taken from the neighboring towns of Canterbury and Pomfret.
In 1833, educator Prudence Crandall was tried in Brooklyn (then the Windham County seat) after opening a school for Black female students in nearby Canterbury, a case that became a landmark in the fight against Connecticut's 'Black Law.'
The Quinebaug River, which forms the town's eastern boundary, was historically Wabaquasset land before English settlement in the late 17th century.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Brooklyn
Brooklyn's outdoor draws are mostly agricultural and river-adjacent rather than mountain trails: farms, fairgrounds and the Quinebaug River corridor.
- Quinebaug RiverForms the town's eastern border and is used for fishing and paddling access points nearby.
- Creamery Brook Bison FarmA working farm with bison viewing and seasonal tours.
- Brooklyn FairgroundsOpen green space used for the annual fair and other town gatherings.
Where to eat in Brooklyn: restaurants and coffee
1 places in Brooklyn to try, including american diner/restaurant. No one paid to be listed.
Hank's Restaurant
American diner/restaurant
A restaurant that has been operating in Brooklyn since 1971, known for home-style meals.
Brooklyn, CT
Walkability and getting around Brooklyn
The town center around the green is walkable for a handful of civic buildings and the post office, but Brooklyn is spread across nearly 30 square miles of rural and farm land, and getting between villages or to shopping requires a car.
Drive times
- Norwich, about 18 miles25-30 min
- Bradley International Airport, about 45 miles50-60 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
No fixed-route public transit was confirmed for Brooklyn. The nearest Amtrak/regional passenger rail service is well outside town; residents drive to surrounding towns or Norwich/Willimantic for connections.
Brooklyn property taxes and home prices
Brooklyn's 2026–27 mill rate is 23.31, which is $23.31 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 $1,632 a year in taxes at 23.31 mills.
What homes in Brooklyn sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $418,60579 sales | – |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Brooklyn's mill rate for 2026–27
23.31mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Brooklyn23.31 mills
- Motor vehicles23.31 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2029
How Brooklyn's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 27.48 |
| 2023–24 | 28.60 |
| 2024–25 | 29.54 |
| 2025–26 | 23.28 |
| 2026–27 | 23.31 |
Brooklyn's town rate went from 27.48 in 2022–23 to 23.31 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2029.
Look up a Brooklyn property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: 860-779-3411
Buying a home in Brooklyn
What we check on a Brooklyn purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map, foundations and wells & septic.
First-time buyer programs in Brooklyn
CHFA sets Brooklyn's income and price limits for Windham County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
The Quinebaug River along the town's eastern edge and its tributaries put some low-lying land in FEMA flood zones; we check the flood map before you make an offer near the river. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for BrooklynAsk about foundation testing
Brooklyn is in the northeastern Connecticut region where crumbling concrete foundations (pyrrhotite) have been documented. Buyers of homes built roughly between the 1980s and early 2000s should ask about foundation testing and check the CFSIC affected-town list.
CFSIC affected townsConfirm well and septic status
Much of Brooklyn relies on private wells and septic systems rather than town water and sewer. Budget for a well flow/water test and septic inspection as part of due diligence.
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 Brooklyn?
Send us a Brooklyn address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Brooklyn: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Brooklyn: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Natural gasNo natural gas service confirmed
- WaterMostly private wells
- Sewer or septicMostly septic, with limited town sewer near the center
- Trash and recyclingTrash and recycling service in Brooklyn is typically arranged through private hauler contracts rather than town-run curbside pickup; confirm current provider with the town.
Town offices and contacts
Brooklyn Town Hall is at 4 Wolf Den Road, Brooklyn, CT 06234. Main line: 860-779-3411. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website860-779-3411
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records and elections.860-779-3411
- AssessorProperty values and assessments.860-779-3411
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payment; online payments via mytaxbill.org.860-779-3411
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections.860-779-3411
- Planning & ZoningLand use applications and zoning regulations.860-779-3411
- Public WorksRoads and town infrastructure maintenance.860-779-3411
- Brooklyn Town LibraryPublic library.
- Brooklyn Public SchoolsSchool district website.
Brooklyn, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Brooklyn, CT?
Brooklyn's 2026–27 mill rate is 23.31, which is $23.31 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. The motor vehicle rate is 23.31 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Brooklyn?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 23.31 mills that's about $8,158 a year, or about $680 a month. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
When is Brooklyn's next revaluation?
Brooklyn's next revaluation takes effect October 1, 2029, on the state's schedule. The new assessments first show up on the tax bills due in July 2030.
What county is Brooklyn, CT in?
Brooklyn is in Windham County, in the Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region, part of the Quiet Corner.
What are Brooklyn's zip codes?
The town center uses 06234; the East Brooklyn village uses 06239.
Is there public transit in Brooklyn?
No fixed-route public transit was confirmed for the town; a car is generally needed to get around.
What utility provides electricity in Brooklyn?
Eversource is the electric utility.
When is the Brooklyn Fair?
The Brooklyn Fair is held annually in the days before Labor Day weekend and is described as the oldest continuously operating agricultural fair in the U.S.
How do I reach Brooklyn's town hall?
Town Hall is at 4 Wolf Den Road, Brooklyn, CT 06234, phone 860-779-3411.
Towns near Brooklyn
Neighbors of Brooklyn in Windham County and nearby. All Windham 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 Brooklyn sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Brooklyn, Connecticut - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Brooklyn, CT official website: brooklynct.gov
- Brooklyn Town Library: brooklyntownlibrary.org
- Brooklyn Public Schools: brooklynschools.org
- Wikimedia Commons - File:BrooklynCT_Town_hall_1024px.jpg: commons.wikimedia.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Photo: Wikimedia Commons contributor, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.