East Granby center
9 Center Street, East Granby, CT 06026
Living in East Granby, Connecticut
East Granby is a small town in the Farmington Valley northwest of Hartford, split by the trap-rock Metacomet Ridge and bordered on the south by the Farmington River. It separated from Granby and incorporated in 1858. The town is close enough to Bradley International Airport that a 1996 commercial jet crash on approach to the airport happened within its borders.
East Granby at a glance
- $465,000Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 31.10 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 25–30 minDrive to Hartford
- HartfordCounty · Farmington Valley
East Granby's zip code
East Granby uses 06026.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| East Granby center | 06026 | The town center along Center Street, home to town hall and the public library. |
East Granby covers about 17.6 square miles and borders Granby, Suffield, Windsor Locks, Windsor, Bloomfield and Simsbury. It was incorporated in 1858.
Things to do in East Granby, CT
Start with Old New-Gate Prison and Copper Mine and Metacomet Trail.
Old New-Gate Prison and Copper Mine
A former colonial copper mine that became the first state prison in the United States in 1790. Visitors can see the ruins and mine tunnels.
115 Newgate Road, East Granby
Metacomet Trail
A ridgeline hiking trail along the Metacomet Ridge that runs through East Granby, including Hatchet Hill and Peak Mountain.
East Granby
A little history
Old New-Gate Prison began as a colonial copper mine and became Connecticut's first state prison in 1790, one of the earliest state prisons in the country.
East Granby separated from Granby and incorporated as its own town on May 5, 1858.
East Granby High School is among the smallest public high schools in Connecticut.
Parks, trails and outdoors in East Granby
The Metacomet Ridge and the Farmington River give East Granby its main outdoor destinations.
- Metacomet TrailRidgeline hiking over trap-rock terrain including Hatchet Hill and Peak Mountain.
- Farmington RiverForms part of East Granby's southern border, with river access nearby in neighboring towns.
- Doreen's Nature TrailA walking trail maintained by the East Granby Public Library.More information
Where to eat in East Granby: restaurants and coffee
2 places in East Granby to try, including italian restaurant / diner and pizzeria. No one paid to be listed.
J & G Restaurant & Lounge
Italian restaurant / diner
A pizza, pasta and sandwich restaurant on South Main Street that has operated in East Granby center for decades.
35 S Main St, East Granby, CT 06026 · jgrestaurant.com
Gio's Brick Oven Pizzeria
Pizzeria
A family-owned pizzeria and bar serving brick-oven pizza by the slice.
3 Turkey Hills Rd, East Granby, CT 06026
Walkability and getting around East Granby
East Granby is a spread-out, low-density town with few sidewalks outside the small center near town hall and the library. Getting around most of the town means driving.
Drive times
- Hartford, about 15 miles25–30 min
- Bradley International Airport, about 5 miles10–15 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
There is no fixed-route public bus or rail service within East Granby; the nearest Hartford Line and CTtransit connections are in Windsor Locks and Hartford.
East Granby property taxes and home prices
East Granby's 2026–27 mill rate is 31.10, which is $31.10 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 $2,177 a year in taxes at 31.10 mills.
What homes in East Granby sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | $465,00035 sales | $222,50012 sales |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
East Granby's mill rate for 2026–27
31.10mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of East Granby31.10 mills
- Motor vehicles31.10 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2028
How East Granby's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 34.10 |
| 2023–24 | 36.30 |
| 2024–25 | 29.80 |
| 2025–26 | 30.50 |
| 2026–27 | 31.10 |
East Granby's town rate went from 34.10 in 2022–23 to 31.10 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2028.
Look up a East Granby property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: 860-653-2576
Buying a home in East Granby
What we check on a East Granby purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map.
First-time buyer programs in East Granby
CHFA sets East Granby's income and price limits for Hartford County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
The Farmington River forms part of East Granby's southern border, putting nearby low-lying land in FEMA flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for East GranbyAll 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 East Granby?
Send us a East Granby address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to East Granby: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in East Granby: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Trash and recyclingThe town provides trash and recycling collection; check the town's published schedule for your street.
Town offices and contacts
East Granby Town Hall is at 9 Center Street, East Granby, CT 06026. Hours: Mon–Thu 8am–12pm, 1pm–4pm; Fri 8am–1pm. Main line: 860-653-2576. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website860-653-2576
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records and elections.860-653-2576
- AssessorProperty values and assessments.860-653-2576
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payments.860-653-2576
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections.
- Planning and ZoningLand use applications and zoning regulations.
- Parks and RecreationTown parks and recreation programs.
- Public WorksRoads, plowing and town infrastructure.
- East Granby Public LibraryThe town's public library.860-653-3002
- East Granby Public SchoolsThe town's school district.
East Granby, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in East Granby, CT?
East Granby's 2026–27 mill rate is 31.10, which is $31.10 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. The motor vehicle rate is 31.10 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in East Granby?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 31.10 mills that's about $10,885 a year, or about $907 a month. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
What is the median home price in East Granby, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in East Granby was $465,000 across 35 sales. The median condo sale was $222,500 across 12 sales.
When is East Granby's next revaluation?
East Granby'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 East Granby in?
East Granby is in Hartford County, in the Capitol Planning Region.
What's the ZIP code for East Granby?
East Granby uses 06026.
How far is East Granby from Bradley International Airport?
About 5 miles, roughly a 10–15 minute drive.
Is there public transit in East Granby?
No fixed-route bus or rail service runs within East Granby; the nearest connections are in Windsor Locks and Hartford.
What library serves East Granby?
East Granby Public Library, at 24 Center Street.
When was East Granby incorporated?
East Granby separated from Granby and incorporated on May 5, 1858.
Towns near East Granby
Neighbors of East Granby in Hartford County and nearby. All Hartford 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 East Granby sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Wikipedia: East Granby, Connecticut: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of East Granby official website: eastgranbyct.org
- East Granby Public Library: egpl.org
- J & G Restaurant and Lounge: jgrestaurant.com
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Checked September 25, 2026.