Fairfield Center
611 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824
Living in Fairfield, Connecticut
Fairfield is a coastal town in Fairfield County on Long Island Sound, bordering Bridgeport to the east and Westport to the west. It was founded in 1639 by Roger Ludlow, has about five miles of shoreline with five public beaches, and is served by three Metro-North train stations.
Fairfield at a glance
- $980,000Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 19.19 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 10–15 minDrive to Bridgeport
- FairfieldCounty · Greater Bridgeport Planning Region
Fairfield's villages and zip codes
Most of Fairfield uses 06824; Southport uses its own zip code, 06890.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Center | 06824 | The downtown area along the Old Post Road and Post Road, with Town Hall, the Metro-North Fairfield station and the Sherman Green area. |
| Southport | 06890 | A historic harbor village in the western part of town, with its own Metro-North station and a historic district along Pequot Avenue. |
| Greenfield Hill | 06824 | A historic district in the northern part of town, known for its 18th- and 19th-century houses and church green. |
Fairfield covers about 29.9 square miles and borders Bridgeport, Trumbull, Easton, Weston and Westport. It was incorporated in 1639.
Things to do in Fairfield, CT
Start with Fairfield Museum and History Center and Pequot Library, then 3 more below.
Fairfield Museum and History Center
A museum and research library covering the town's history from its 1639 founding through the present, with rotating exhibits.
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Pequot Library
A historic library and cultural center in Southport with a research collection and public programs.
Southport
Connecticut Audubon Society Birdcraft Museum and Sanctuary
A small nature sanctuary and museum, one of the oldest privately owned songbird sanctuaries in the country.
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Jennings Beach
A town beach on Long Island Sound with a boardwalk, playground and concession stand.
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Penfield Beach
A town beach near Fairfield Center on Long Island Sound.
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More worth a visit
- Sasco BeachA smaller town beach on Long Island Sound near the Southport line.
A little history
Fairfield was founded in 1639 by Roger Ludlow and is one of Connecticut's oldest towns.
The British burned much of Fairfield in 1779 during the Revolutionary War.
General Electric was headquartered in Fairfield from around 1970 until it left the town in 2017.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Fairfield
Fairfield's roughly five miles of Long Island Sound coastline give it several public beaches, along with river and pond access inland.
- Jennings BeachA town beach on Long Island Sound with a boardwalk and playground.
- Penfield BeachA town beach near the downtown area.
- Lake MoheganA freshwater lake in town used for passive recreation.
- Mill RiverA river running through town toward Long Island Sound.
Where to eat in Fairfield: restaurants and coffee
4 places in Fairfield to try, including italian restaurant and diner. No one paid to be listed.
Centro Ristorante & Bar
Italian restaurant
A longtime Italian restaurant in downtown Fairfield.
Andros Diner
Diner
A diner in the Tunxis area of Fairfield that has been open since 1973.
Southport Diner
Diner
A diner in the Southport section serving classic and contemporary diner fare, including gluten-free and vegan options.
Harry's Wine & Liquor Market
Wine and liquor store
A wine and liquor store that has operated in Fairfield for more than 80 years.
Walkability and getting around Fairfield
Fairfield Center, Southport village and the beach neighborhoods are walkable on their own, especially near the train stations and Post Road. Much of the rest of town, including areas near I-95 and the Merritt Parkway, is more car-dependent.
Drive times
- Bridgeport, about 5 miles10–15 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Fairfield has three Metro-North New Haven Line stations: Fairfield, Fairfield Metro (Black Rock), and Southport. Greater Bridgeport Transit provides local bus service, and I-95, US Route 1 and the Merritt Parkway all run through town.
Fairfield property taxes and home prices
Fairfield's 2026–27 mill rate is 19.19, which is $19.19 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. Some areas also pay a fire or special district tax on top of that. Connecticut taxes a home at 70% of its appraised value, so every $100,000 of value costs about $1,343 a year in taxes at 19.19 mills.
What homes in Fairfield sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $915,000467 sales | $485,00065 sales |
| Sep 2025 | $980,000470 sales | $631,00090 sales |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Fairfield's mill rate for 2026–27
19.19mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Fairfield19.19 mills
- Brooklawn Park Association (where it applies)+1.15 mills
- Winton Park Association (where it applies)+0.855 mills
- Tanaka Park Association Inc (where it applies)+0.247 mills
- Motor vehicles19.19 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2030
How Fairfield's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 27.24 |
| 2023–24 | 27.51 |
| 2024–25 | 27.90 |
| 2025–26 | 28.39 |
| 2026–27 | 19.19 |
Fairfield's town rate went from 27.24 in 2022–23 to 19.19 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2030.
Look up a Fairfield property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: (203) 256-3000
Buying a home in Fairfield
What we check on a Fairfield purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map and coastal flood zones.
First-time buyer programs in Fairfield
CHFA sets Fairfield's income and price limits for Fairfield County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
Fairfield's Long Island Sound shoreline and the neighborhoods around Ash Creek, Pine Creek and the Mill River put low-lying and beach-area parts of town in FEMA flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for FairfieldFlood insurance near the shoreline
Fairfield's beach neighborhoods and the areas around Ash Creek and the Mill River sit along Long Island Sound. We check the FEMA flood map and talk through flood insurance costs before you make an offer on a property near the water.
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 Fairfield?
Send us a Fairfield address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Fairfield: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Fairfield: United Illuminating for power.
- ElectricUnited Illuminating
- WaterAquarion Water Company
- Trash and recyclingThe town's Public Works page covers current trash and recycling collection details; check the town website for the schedule in your area.
Town offices and contacts
Fairfield Town Hall is at 611 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824. Main line: (203) 256-3000. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website(203) 256-3000
- Town ClerkVital records, land records and elections.(203) 256-3000
- Tax AssessorProperty values and assessments.(203) 256-3000
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and collection.(203) 256-3000
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections.(203) 256-3000
- Town Plan & ZoningLand use and zoning review.(203) 256-3000
- Parks and RecreationTown parks, beaches and recreation programs.
- Public WorksRoads, waste collection and town maintenance.
- Fairfield Public LibraryThe town's library system.
- Fairfield Public SchoolsThe town's school district, with two high schools: Fairfield Warde and Fairfield Ludlowe.
Fairfield, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Fairfield, CT?
Fairfield's 2026–27 mill rate is 19.19, which is $19.19 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. Some areas also pay a fire or special district tax on top of that. The motor vehicle rate is 19.19 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Fairfield?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 19.19 mills that's about $6,716 a year, or about $560 a month, before any district tax. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
What is the median home price in Fairfield, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in Fairfield was $980,000 across 470 sales, compared with $915,000 the year before. The median condo sale was $631,000 across 90 sales.
When is Fairfield's next revaluation?
Fairfield's next revaluation takes effect October 1, 2030, on the state's schedule. The new assessments first show up on the tax bills due in July 2031.
What county is Fairfield in?
Fairfield is in Fairfield County, in the Greater Bridgeport Planning Region.
What zip codes does Fairfield use?
Most of town uses 06824; Southport uses 06890.
Is there train service from Fairfield?
Yes. Fairfield has three Metro-North New Haven Line stations: Fairfield, Fairfield Metro, and Southport.
How far is Fairfield from Bridgeport?
Fairfield borders Bridgeport directly; downtown Bridgeport is about 5 miles away.
Does Fairfield have public beaches?
Yes, including Jennings Beach, Penfield Beach and Sasco Beach on Long Island Sound.
What is the address of Fairfield Town Hall?
611 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824.
Towns near Fairfield
Neighbors of Fairfield in Fairfield County and nearby. All Fairfield 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 Fairfield sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Fairfield, Connecticut - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Fairfield, CT - official website: fairfieldct.gov
- Southport Diner: southportdiner.com
- A Local Gourmand's Guide to Downtown Fairfield: newenglandparisienne.com
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Checked September 25, 2026.