East Hartland
22 South Rd, East Hartland, CT 06027
Living in Hartland, Connecticut
Hartland is a rural town in the northwest corner of Hartford County, bounded on the north by the Massachusetts state line. It has no single incorporated village center; instead it is made up of the unincorporated areas of East Hartland and West Hartland, and more than 70% of its land is permanent open space, including state forest.
Hartland at a glance
- $367,500Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 23.75 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 40–45 minDrive to Hartford
- HartfordCounty · Northwest Hills Planning Region
Hartland's villages and zip codes
East Hartland uses 06027 and West Hartland uses 06091.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| East Hartland | 06027 | The town's main settled area, home to town hall and the Hartland Historical Society. |
| West Hartland | 06091 | A smaller settled area on the west side of town, near the Barkhamsted Reservoir. |
Hartland covers about 34.6 square miles and borders Barkhamsted, Granby and Colebrook. It was incorporated in 1761.
Things to do in Hartland, CT
Start with Hartland Historical Society & Museum and Tunxis State Forest.
Hartland Historical Society & Museum
A local historical society preserving Hartland's history, including the story of Hartland Hollow, a village submerged when the Barkhamsted Reservoir was built.
East Hartland, CT
Tunxis State Forest
A state forest with sections in Hartland including a historic forest headquarters house and ski cabin, and trails including a walk to Falls Brook Falls.
Hartland, CT
Plan a visit
A little history
Hartland was settled in 1754, when Captain Thomas Giddings Jr. and his wife Mary Coult became its first permanent residents, and the town was incorporated in 1761 after 44 families petitioned the General Court.
The village of Hartland Hollow, a third historic settlement also called Hartland Center, was submerged in 1940 when the Saville Dam created the Barkhamsted Reservoir, requiring the relocation of more than 1,000 people and four cemeteries.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Hartland
Hartland is dominated by protected land and water: more than 70% of the town is permanent open space, including sections of three state forests and the shoreline of a major reservoir.
- Tunxis State ForestState forest land in Hartland with trails, including a hike to Falls Brook Falls and historic forest buildings.More information
- Peoples State ForestA state forest with sections extending into Hartland.More information
- American Legion State ForestA state forest with sections extending into Hartland.More information
- Barkhamsted ReservoirAn 11-mile reservoir on the Farmington River's east branch that forms part of Hartland's western edge; it is the primary drinking water source for most of Hartford County and is not open for recreation on the water itself.
Walkability and getting around Hartland
Hartland has no downtown commercial center to walk to; East Hartland and West Hartland are small crossroads settlements, and getting anywhere in town means driving.
West Hartland
Drive times
- Hartford, about 25 miles40–45 min
- Bradley International Airport, about 20 miles30–35 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Hartland has no fixed-route public transit.
Hartland property taxes and home prices
Hartland's 2026–27 mill rate is 23.75, which is $23.75 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 $1,662 a year in taxes at 23.75 mills.
What homes in Hartland sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $385,00019 sales | – |
| Sep 2025 | $367,50018 sales | – |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Hartland's mill rate for 2026–27
23.75mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Hartland23.75 mills
- Motor vehicles23.75 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2030
How Hartland's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 27.00 |
| 2023–24 | 27.25 |
| 2024–25 | 27.75 |
| 2025–26 | 29.15 |
| 2026–27 | 23.75 |
Hartland's town rate went from 27.00 in 2022–23 to 23.75 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2030.
Look up a Hartland property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: 860-653-0287
Buying a home in Hartland
What we check on a Hartland purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map and private well and septic.
First-time buyer programs in Hartland
CHFA sets Hartland'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
Hartland is bisected by the east branch of the Farmington River, which forms the northern section of the Barkhamsted Reservoir; land near the river and reservoir shoreline can fall within FEMA flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for HartlandNo town water or sewer
Hartland has no municipal water or sewer system, so nearly every property relies on a private well and septic system. We recommend a well 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 Hartland?
Send us a Hartland address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Hartland: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Hartland: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Natural gasNo natural gas service
- WaterMostly private wells
- Sewer or septicNo town sewer system; properties use septic systems.
- Trash and recyclingHartland does not have curbside trash pickup; residents use the town transfer station.
Hartland Transfer Station
Saturday 8:30am–4pm, plus Wednesday 4:30pm–7:30pm from June through September
Transfer station detailsTown offices and contacts
Hartland Town Hall is at 22 South Rd, East Hartland, CT 06027. Hours: Monday–Thursday 9am–12pm and 1pm–4pm. Main line: 860-653-6800. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website860-653-6800
- Selectmen's OfficeTown administration860-653-6800
- Town ClerkVital records, land records, licenses and permits860-653-0285
- Tax CollectorTax billing and collection860-653-0609
- AssessorProperty values and assessments860-653-0287
- Building DepartmentPermits and inspections
- Highway & Transfer StationRoads and the town transfer station860-653-1259
- RecreationTown recreation programs
- Hartland Public LibraryThe town's public library
- Hartland SchoolSchool district website
Hartland, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Hartland, CT?
Hartland's 2026–27 mill rate is 23.75, which is $23.75 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. The motor vehicle rate is 23.75 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Hartland?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 23.75 mills that's about $8,312 a year, or about $693 a month. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
What is the median home price in Hartland, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in Hartland was $367,500 across 18 sales, compared with $385,000 the year before.
When is Hartland's next revaluation?
Hartland'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 Hartland, CT in?
Hartland is in Hartford County, within the Northwest Hills Planning Region.
What are Hartland's zip codes?
East Hartland uses 06027 and West Hartland uses 06091.
Does Hartland have curbside trash pickup?
No. Residents use the town transfer station, open Saturdays year-round with additional Wednesday hours from June through September.
Is there public transit in Hartland?
No, Hartland has no fixed-route public transit.
Does Hartland have town water?
No. There is no municipal water system; properties rely on private wells, and there is no natural gas service.
Where is Hartland's town hall?
Town hall is at 22 South Rd, East Hartland, CT 06027.
Towns near Hartland
Neighbors of Hartland 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 Hartland sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Hartland, Connecticut - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Hartland official website: hartlandct.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Photo: Morrowlong, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.