New Milford center
10 Main Street, New Milford, CT 06776
Living in New Milford, Connecticut
New Milford is the largest town in Connecticut by land area, straddling the Housatonic River in the Litchfield Hills. Settlers arrived in 1707 and the town incorporated in 1712. Its downtown green is commonly cited as the longest town green in the state, and the town's northeastern shore borders Candlewood Lake.
New Milford at a glance
- $508,000Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 23.50 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 20–25 minDrive to Danbury
- LitchfieldCounty · Western Connecticut / Litchfield Hills
New Milford's villages and zip codes
New Milford center uses 06776; Gaylordsville uses 06755.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| New Milford center | 06776 | The downtown area around the town green and Main Street, home to town hall and the public library. |
| Gaylordsville | 06755 | A village in the northern part of New Milford along Route 7. |
New Milford covers about 63.7 square miles and borders Kent, Warren, Washington, Bridgewater, Brookfield, New Fairfield and Sherman. It was incorporated in 1712.
Things to do in New Milford, CT
Start with Young's Field and Lynn Deming Park, then 2 more below.
Young's Field
A riverside park with a skate park, tennis and basketball courts, and a trail along the Housatonic River.
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Lynn Deming Park
A town park on Candlewood Lake with swimming and lake access.
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Elephant's Trunk Flea Market
A large outdoor flea market held near the southern end of town, open seasonally.
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New Milford Public Library
The town's public library on Main Street, with community programs and a historic building.
24 Main Street, New Milford
Plan a visit
More worth a visit
- Sega Meadows Park trailA 1.5-mile trail through Sega Meadows Park.
- Williamson ParkA park in the Gaylordsville section of New Milford.
- Candlewoof Dog ParkA town dog park on Pickett District Road.
A little history
English settlers arrived in New Milford in 1707, and the town incorporated in 1712.
Roger Sherman, later a signer of the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution, lived in New Milford before moving to New Haven in 1761.
New Milford is Connecticut's largest town by land area, at 63.7 square miles.
Parks, trails and outdoors in New Milford
The Housatonic River and Candlewood Lake give New Milford's outdoor recreation its shape, alongside a growing network of town park trails.
- Candlewood LakeConnecticut's largest lake, with New Milford along its northeastern shore, used for boating, fishing and swimming.
- Housatonic RiverRuns through the center of town, with river-trail access at Young's Field.
- Young's Field river trailA riverside trail and park facilities along the Housatonic.
- Sega Meadows ParkA 1.5-mile park trail.
Walkability and getting around New Milford
Downtown New Milford, around the town green and Main Street, is walkable with sidewalks and shops. Outside the center and in villages like Gaylordsville, a car is necessary.
Gaylordsville
Drive times
- Danbury, about 14 miles20–25 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
New Milford has no rail station; the nearest Metro-North Danbury Branch service is in Danbury. Local and regional bus service is limited.
New Milford property taxes and home prices
New Milford's 2026–27 mill rate is 23.50, which is $23.50 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 $1,645 a year in taxes at 23.50 mills.
What homes in New Milford sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $475,150238 sales | $230,00083 sales |
| Sep 2025 | $508,000245 sales | $245,00093 sales |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
New Milford's mill rate for 2026–27
23.50mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of New Milford23.50 mills
- Mountain View Association (where it applies)+2.50 mills
- Tax District of Candlewood Lakes Estates (where it applies)+2.20 mills
- Candlewood Point Homeowners Tax Dist (where it applies)+1.91 mills
- Candlewood Springs Tax District (where it applies)+1.843 mills
- Hemlock Ridge Road Tax District (where it applies)+0.711 mills
- New Milford Fire District (where it applies)+0.55 mills
- Motor vehicles23.50 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2030
How New Milford's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 28.45 |
| 2023–24 | 28.98 |
| 2024–25 | 29.77 |
| 2025–26 | 30.96 |
| 2026–27 | 23.50 |
New Milford's town rate went from 28.45 in 2022–23 to 23.50 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2030.
Look up a New Milford property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: 860-355-6000
Buying a home in New Milford
What we check on a New Milford purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map.
First-time buyer programs in New Milford
CHFA sets New Milford's income and price limits for Litchfield County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
The Housatonic River runs through New Milford's center and Candlewood Lake borders its northeast side, putting low-lying land near both in FEMA flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for New MilfordAll 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 New Milford?
Send us a New Milford address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to New Milford: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in New Milford: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Trash and recyclingNew Milford does not run a single town-wide curbside program for all residents; check with the town for current collection arrangements.
Town offices and contacts
New Milford Town Hall is at 10 Main Street, New Milford, CT 06776. Hours: Mon–Fri 8am–4:30pm. Main line: 860-355-6000. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website860-355-6000
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records and elections.860-355-6000
- AssessorProperty values and assessments.860-355-6000
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payments.860-355-6000
- 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.
- New Milford Public LibraryThe town's public library.860-355-1191
New Milford, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in New Milford, CT?
New Milford's 2026–27 mill rate is 23.50, which is $23.50 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 23.50 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in New Milford?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 23.50 mills that's about $8,225 a year, or about $685 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 New Milford, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in New Milford was $508,000 across 245 sales, compared with $475,150 the year before. The median condo sale was $245,000 across 93 sales.
When is New Milford's next revaluation?
New Milford'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 New Milford in?
New Milford is in Litchfield County.
What ZIP codes cover New Milford?
06776 for the town center and 06755 for the Gaylordsville section.
How far is New Milford from Danbury?
About 14 miles, roughly a 20–25 minute drive.
Is there train service in New Milford?
No, New Milford has no rail station; the nearest Metro-North Danbury Branch stop is in Danbury.
What library serves New Milford?
New Milford Public Library, at 24 Main Street.
Does New Milford border Candlewood Lake?
Yes, New Milford's northeastern shore borders Candlewood Lake.
Towns near New Milford
Neighbors of New Milford in Litchfield County and nearby. All Litchfield 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 New Milford sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Wikipedia: New Milford, Connecticut: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of New Milford official website: newmilford.org
- New Milford Public Library: newmilfordlibrary.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Checked September 25, 2026.