Greenwich (downtown)
101 Field Point Rd, Greenwich, CT 06830
Living in Greenwich, Connecticut
Greenwich is a coastal town in Fairfield County on the New York state line, settled in 1640 and made a township by the Connecticut General Assembly in 1665. Long Island Sound forms its southern border, and the town includes distinct sections such as Old Greenwich, Riverside, Cos Cob, Byram, Glenville and central Greenwich around Greenwich Avenue. Metro-North's New Haven Line runs through town with four stations, and express trains reach Grand Central Terminal in about 50 minutes.
Greenwich at a glance
- $2,900,000Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 10.125 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 15–20 minDrive to Stamford
- FairfieldCounty · Southwestern Connecticut / Gold Coast
Greenwich's villages and zip codes
Greenwich uses several zip codes by section: 06830 (Greenwich/Byram), 06831 (Glenville/back country), 06870 (Old Greenwich) and 06878 (Riverside).
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Greenwich (downtown) | 06830 | Around Greenwich Avenue and Town Hall. |
| Old Greenwich | 06870 | East of downtown, near the Metro-North Old Greenwich station and Greenwich Point Park. |
| Riverside | 06878 | Between Old Greenwich and Cos Cob, with its own Metro-North station. |
| Cos Cob | 06807 | Along the Mianus River, with a Metro-North station. |
| Byram | 06830 | The southwestern section of town near the New York line. |
Greenwich covers about 47.8 square miles and borders Stamford, Port Chester, NY, Rye Brook, NY and North Castle, NY. It was incorporated in 1665.
Things to do in Greenwich, CT
Start with Greenwich Point Park and Bruce Museum, then 3 more below.
Greenwich Point Park
A waterfront park on Long Island Sound with beaches, trails and the Bruce Museum Seaside Center. A beach pass is required for entry, for residents and non-residents alike.
Old Greenwich
Plan a visitBruce Museum
A museum of art and science in downtown Greenwich, with a seasonal Seaside Center location inside Greenwich Point Park.
1 Museum Dr, Greenwich, CT
Plan a visitGreenwich Avenue
The town's main shopping street, lined with stores and restaurants running from the train station area up toward Town Hall.
Downtown Greenwich
Bruce Park
A town park near downtown with ball fields, a pond and walking paths.
Greenwich
Mianus River Park
A wooded park along the Mianus River with trails, spanning Greenwich and Stamford.
Cos Cob/Stamford line
More worth a visit
- Binney ParkA pond-centered park in Old Greenwich.
- Greenwich CommonOpen green space near downtown Greenwich.
A little history
Greenwich was settled in 1640 and made a township by the Connecticut General Assembly in 1665; its early land purchase from the Siwanoy is recorded as an exchange for 25 English coats.
General Israel Putnam made a notable Revolutionary War escape through Greenwich in 1779.
The town takes its name from Greenwich, London.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Greenwich
Greenwich's coastline on Long Island Sound and its river parks give it a mix of beach and woodland recreation.
- Greenwich Point ParkBeaches and trails on Long Island Sound; a beach pass is required.
- Bruce ParkBall fields, a pond and walking paths near downtown.
- Binney ParkA pond-centered park in Old Greenwich.
- Mianus River ParkWooded trails along the Mianus River.
Where to eat in Greenwich: restaurants and coffee
4 places in Greenwich to try, including italian wine bar and italian restaurant. No one paid to be listed.
Lugano Wine Bar and Salumeria
Italian wine bar
An Italian wine bar and salumeria in Old Greenwich.
Old Greenwich, CT
Applausi Osteria
Italian restaurant
An Italian restaurant in Old Greenwich.
Old Greenwich, CT
Little Pub
Pub
A pub location in Cos Cob.
Cos Cob, CT
Il Pastificio
Pasta shop
A small pasta-focused shop in a Cos Cob plaza.
Cos Cob, CT
Walkability and getting around Greenwich
Downtown Greenwich along Greenwich Avenue and the village centers of Old Greenwich, Riverside and Cos Cob are walkable for shops and the train station; the rest of town, including the back country north of the Merritt Parkway, is spread out and car-dependent.
Old Greenwich
Riverside
Cos Cob
Drive times
- Stamford, about 8 miles15–20 min
- Westchester County Airport, about 10 miles20–25 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Metro-North's New Haven Line serves four stations in town: Greenwich, Old Greenwich, Riverside and Cos Cob, with service to Grand Central Terminal (about 50 minutes express) and to Stamford and New Haven. Greenwich also operates local Hart Transit bus routes.
Greenwich property taxes and home prices
Greenwich's 2026–27 mill rate is 10.125, which is $10.125 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 $709 a year in taxes at 10.125 mills.
What homes in Greenwich sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $2,600,000448 sales | $1,155,000142 sales |
| Sep 2025 | $2,900,000446 sales | $1,149,500126 sales |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Greenwich's mill rate for 2026–27
10.125mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Greenwich10.125 mills
- Weaver Street Tax District (where it applies)+9.29 mills
- Palmer Point Tax District (where it applies)+5.776 mills
- Greenwich Hills Tax District (where it applies)+4.90 mills
- Silo Hill Tax District (where it applies)+4.175 mills
- Common Tax District - Condo (The) (where it applies)+2.615 mills
- Pinetum Lane Taxing District (where it applies)+2.275 mills
- Motor vehicles10.125 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2030
How Greenwich's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 11.28 |
| 2023–24 | 11.393 |
| 2024–25 | 11.712 |
| 2025–26 | 12.041 |
| 2026–27 | 10.125 |
Greenwich's town rate went from 11.28 in 2022–23 to 10.125 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2030.
Look up a Greenwich 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 Greenwich
What we check on a Greenwich purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map, coastal flood zones and beach & transfer permits.
First-time buyer programs in Greenwich
CHFA sets Greenwich'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
Greenwich's Long Island Sound shoreline and the tidal reaches of the Mianus River put low-lying coastal sections such as Old Greenwich, Riverside, Byram and parts of Cos Cob in FEMA flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for GreenwichCheck flood zone and insurance costs on shoreline property
Sections of Greenwich along Long Island Sound and the Mianus River, including parts of Old Greenwich, Riverside and Byram, sit in FEMA flood zones. We check the flood map and get a flood insurance estimate before you make an offer on shoreline property.
Resident permits for beaches and the transfer station
Access to Greenwich Point Park and other town beaches, and to the Holly Hill transfer station, requires a resident permit. Ask the town clerk's office about permit costs and renewal timing after closing.
Holly Hill permit 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 Greenwich?
Send us a Greenwich address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Greenwich: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Greenwich: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Natural gasEversource (gas)
- WaterAquarion Water Company
- Sewer or septicTown sewers serve most of Greenwich; some outlying areas use septic systems.
- Trash and recyclingMost of Greenwich has curbside trash and recycling pickup. Residents can also use the Holly Hill Resource Recovery Facility with a valid entrance permit; a current park (beach) pass or vehicle dumping permit is accepted.
Holly Hill Resource Recovery Facility
Town offices and contacts
Greenwich Town Hall is at 101 Field Point Rd, Greenwich, CT 06830. Hours: Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.. Main line: (203) 622-7700. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website(203) 622-7700
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records, elections
- AssessorProperty values and assessments
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payment
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections
- Planning and ZoningLand use and zoning
- Parks and RecreationParks, beaches and recreation programs
- Public WorksRoads, sewers and waste disposal
- Greenwich LibraryTown library system
- Greenwich Public SchoolsSchool district website
Greenwich, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Greenwich, CT?
Greenwich's 2026–27 mill rate is 10.125, which is $10.125 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 10.125 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Greenwich?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 10.125 mills that's about $3,544 a year, or about $295 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 Greenwich, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in Greenwich was $2,900,000 across 446 sales, compared with $2,600,000 the year before. The median condo sale was $1,149,500 across 126 sales.
When is Greenwich's next revaluation?
Greenwich'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 Greenwich, CT in?
Greenwich is in Fairfield County.
What zip codes does Greenwich use?
06830 (Greenwich/Byram), 06831 (Glenville/back country), 06870 (Old Greenwich) and 06878 (Riverside).
Is there a train in Greenwich?
Yes, Metro-North's New Haven Line stops at four stations in town: Greenwich, Old Greenwich, Riverside and Cos Cob.
How far is Greenwich from New York City?
Express Metro-North trains reach Grand Central Terminal in about 50 minutes.
Do you need a permit for Greenwich beaches?
Yes, a beach pass is required to enter Greenwich Point Park, for residents and non-residents.
How does trash pickup work in Greenwich?
Most of town has curbside pickup; residents can also use the Holly Hill Resource Recovery Facility with a valid permit.
Towns near Greenwich
Neighbors of Greenwich 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 Greenwich sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Wikipedia: Greenwich, Connecticut: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Greenwich official website: greenwichct.gov
- Greenwich Holly Hill Permit page: greenwichct.gov
- Greenwich Waste Disposal & Recycling: greenwichct.gov
- Bruce Museum Seaside Center: brucemuseum.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Photo: Quintin Soloviev, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.