Middlefield center
393 Jackson Hill Road, Middlefield, CT 06455
Living in Middlefield, Connecticut
Middlefield is a small town in the Lower Connecticut River Valley, set halfway between Middletown and Durham and between Middletown and Meriden, which gave the town its name. It was part of Middletown until it incorporated separately in 1866.
Middlefield at a glance
- $460,000Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 31.96 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 12–15 minDrive to Middletown
- MiddlesexCounty · Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region
Middlefield's villages and zip codes
Middlefield uses ZIP codes 06455 and 06481 (Rockfall).
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Middlefield center | 06455 | The town center around Jackson Hill Road, home to Town Hall. |
| Rockfall | 06481 | A section in the northeastern part of town. |
Middlefield covers about 12.7 square miles and borders Middletown, Durham and Meriden. It was incorporated in 1866.
Things to do in Middlefield, CT
Start with Lyman Orchards and Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort, then 2 more below.
Lyman Orchards
A working farm dating back generations, with pick-your-own fruit, a farm market at the Apple Barrel, a bakery, and two golf courses on site.
Route 157/Route 147
Plan a visitPowder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort
A ski and snowboard area in winter that operates as an outdoor recreation park the rest of the year.
Powder Hill Road
Lake Beseck
A lake with a public beach off Route 147, used for swimming and small boats in summer.
Route 147
Wadsworth Falls State Park
A state park on the Middlefield/Middletown line with hiking trails past two waterfalls.
Route 157
Plan a visit
More worth a visit
- Peckham ParkA town park with recreational facilities.
A little history
Middlefield was part of the City of Middletown until it incorporated as an independent town on May 9, 1866.
The Old North Burying Ground was established for residents living west of Middletown, with its first recorded burial in 1738.
The town's name comes from its location halfway between Middletown and Durham, and between Middletown and Meriden.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Middlefield
Middlefield's outdoor life runs from Lake Beseck's summer beach to Wadsworth Falls' waterfalls and the Metacomet Ridge's hiking trails.
- Wadsworth Falls State Park285 acres with trails, two waterfalls, fishing and a swimming area.
- Lake BeseckA lake with a public beach for swimming.
- Higby Mountain and Beseck MountainRidgeline peaks on the Metacomet Ridge with hiking access.
- Powder Ridge Mountain Park & ResortSkiing and snowboarding in winter; outdoor recreation the rest of the year.
Where to eat in Middlefield: restaurants and coffee
3 places in Middlefield to try, including pub and restaurant. No one paid to be listed.
1741 Pub and Grill
Pub
A pub at Lyman Orchards Golf Club serving pub fare and grill items.
Lyman Orchards, Middlefield, CT
Fire at the Ridge
Restaurant
A restaurant near Powder Hill with views of the surrounding area.
Middlefield, CT
Lyman Orchards Farm Store / Apple Barrel
Farm market and bakery
A family-run farm market operating for more than 50 years, with the Farm Kitchen Bakery known for pies and cider donuts.
Lyman Orchards, Middlefield, CT · lymanorchards.com
Walkability and getting around Middlefield
Middlefield is a rural, spread-out town with no dense village core. Most errands and visits to Lyman Orchards, Powder Ridge or Lake Beseck require a car.
Rockfall
Drive times
- Middletown, about 6 miles12–15 min
- Bradley International Airport, about 30 miles35–40 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
There is no fixed-route public transit in Middlefield. The nearest bus service and Amtrak/Hartford Line rail is in Middletown or Meriden.
Middlefield property taxes and home prices
Middlefield's 2026–27 mill rate is 31.96, which is $31.96 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 $2,237 a year in taxes at 31.96 mills.
What homes in Middlefield sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $398,00020 sales | – |
| Sep 2025 | $460,00021 sales | – |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Middlefield's mill rate for 2026–27
31.96mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Middlefield31.96 mills
- Motor vehicles31.96 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2026
How Middlefield's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 27.56 |
| 2023–24 | 28.24 |
| 2024–25 | 28.06 |
| 2025–26 | 29.80 |
| 2026–27 | 31.96 |
Middlefield's town rate went from 27.56 in 2022–23 to 31.96 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2026.
Look up a Middlefield property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: 860-349-7114
Buying a home in Middlefield
What we check on a Middlefield purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map, private wells & septic and lake beseck.
First-time buyer programs in Middlefield
CHFA sets Middlefield's income and price limits for Middlesex County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
Low ground near the Coginchaug River and around Lake Beseck falls within FEMA flood zones in parts of Middlefield. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for MiddlefieldConfirm well and septic status
Many Middlefield properties rely on private wells and septic systems rather than town water and sewer. We check this early, since it can affect appraisal and financing timelines.
Lake-area properties may have association rules
Homes near Lake Beseck may be subject to lake association rules or dues; ask the seller for any association documents.
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 Middlefield?
Send us a Middlefield address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Middlefield: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Middlefield: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Natural gasNo confirmed natural gas service in this research; check with the seller or utility.
- WaterMany properties rely on private wells; check with the town for any public water district coverage.
- Sewer or septicPublic sewer serves parts of the town center; outlying properties use septic systems.
- Trash and recyclingMiddlefield does not offer town curbside pickup. Residents use the shared Durham-Middlefield Transfer Station or contract with a private hauler.
Durham-Middlefield Transfer Station and Recycling Center
Middlefield, CT
Transfer station detailsTown offices and contacts
Middlefield Town Hall is at 393 Jackson Hill Road, Middlefield, CT 06455. Hours: Mon 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Tue–Thu 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; Fri 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.. Main line: 860-349-7114. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website860-349-7114
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records and licenses.860-349-7111
- AssessorProperty values and assessments.860-349-7114
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and collection.860-349-7114
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections.860-349-7114
- Planning & ZoningLand use applications and zoning regulations.860-349-7114
- Public WorksRoads and the transfer station.
- Levi E. Coe LibraryThe town's public library.
- Regional School District 13Middlefield and Durham's shared public school district.
Middlefield, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Middlefield, CT?
Middlefield's 2026–27 mill rate is 31.96, which is $31.96 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. The motor vehicle rate is 31.96 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Middlefield?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 31.96 mills that's about $11,186 a year, or about $932 a month. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
What is the median home price in Middlefield, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in Middlefield was $460,000 across 21 sales, compared with $398,000 the year before.
When is Middlefield's next revaluation?
Middlefield's next revaluation takes effect October 1, 2026, on the state's schedule. The new assessments first show up on the tax bills due in July 2027.
What county is Middlefield in?
Middlesex County, in the Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region.
What ZIP codes does Middlefield use?
06455 for the main area and 06481 for Rockfall.
Is there curbside trash pickup?
No; residents use the shared Durham-Middlefield Transfer Station or a private hauler.
How far is Middlefield from Middletown?
About 6 miles.
What ski area is in Middlefield?
Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort.
Towns near Middlefield
Neighbors of Middlefield in Middlesex County and nearby. All Middlesex 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 Middlefield sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Middlefield, Connecticut - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Middlefield official website: middlefieldct.org
- Transfer Station - Middlefield, CT: middlefieldct.org
- Lyman Orchards: lymanorchards.com
- File:Higbymountain.jpg - Wikimedia Commons: commons.wikimedia.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Photo: 5ju989nfhs50, English Wikipedia, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.