Norfolk Center
Norfolk, CT 06058
Living in Norfolk, Connecticut
Norfolk is a hill town in the Litchfield Hills of northwest Connecticut, incorporated in 1758 and named for Norfolk, England. At about 1,230 feet in elevation, it has a reputation for cold winters and cool summers, sometimes called the Icebox of Connecticut; on February 16, 1943, Norfolk recorded the lowest temperature ever measured in the state, -37°F. The historic village center around the green is a National Register historic district.
Norfolk at a glance
- 22.49 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 20 minDrive to Winsted
- LitchfieldCounty · Northwest Hills
Norfolk's zip code
Norfolk uses a single zip code, 06058, for the entire town.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Norfolk Center | 06058 | The historic village around the town green, with the library, Infinity Hall and Town Hall. |
Norfolk covers about 46.4 square miles and borders Canaan, North Canaan, Colebrook, Winchester and Goshen. It was incorporated in 1758.
Things to do in Norfolk, CT
Start with Infinity Hall and Norfolk Library, then 2 more below.
Infinity Hall
An 1883 former opera house on the green, now a live music venue hosting touring performers.
20 Greenwoods Rd, Norfolk
Norfolk Library
A shingle-style library building designed by architect George Keller and completed in 1888-89.
9 Greenwoods Rd, Norfolk
Norfolk Chamber Music Festival
An annual chamber music series presented by the Yale School of Music at the Music Shed on the Ellen Battell Stoeckel estate.
20 Litchfield Rd, Norfolk
Dennis Hill State Park
A hilltop park with the remains of a stone pavilion and views across the surrounding hills.
Litchfield Rd, Norfolk
More worth a visit
- Haystack Mountain State ParkA wooded park with a stone observation tower at the summit.
- Campbell Falls State Park ReserveA roughly 100-foot natural waterfall on the Massachusetts line.
A little history
Norfolk incorporated as a town in 1758 and takes its name from Norfolk, England.
On February 16, 1943, the temperature in Norfolk fell to -37°F, the coldest temperature ever recorded in Connecticut.
The Norfolk Historic District, covering the village green and surrounding buildings, is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Norfolk
Norfolk's hilly terrain in the Litchfield Hills includes three state parks within or on its borders.
- Dennis Hill State ParkA hilltop park with a historic stone pavilion and long views.
- Haystack Mountain State ParkTrails leading to a stone observation tower.
- Campbell Falls State Park ReserveA roughly 100-foot waterfall straddling the Massachusetts border.
Walkability and getting around Norfolk
The village center around the Norfolk green is walkable, with the library, Infinity Hall and a handful of businesses close together. Outside the center, homes are spread across a large, hilly town and a car is necessary.
Drive times
- Winsted, about 10 miles20 min
- Bradley International Airport, about 45 miles55–60 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Norfolk has no fixed-route public bus service or train station; a car is the primary way to get around and to reach nearby towns.
Norfolk property taxes and home prices
Norfolk's 2026–27 mill rate is 22.49, which is $22.49 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 $1,574 a year in taxes at 22.49 mills.
What homes in Norfolk sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $340,00023 sales | – |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Norfolk's mill rate for 2026–27
22.49mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Norfolk22.49 mills
- Motor vehicles22.49 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2028
How Norfolk's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 27.84 |
| 2023–24 | 27.69 |
| 2024–25 | 28.40 |
| 2025–26 | 22.49 |
| 2026–27 | 22.49 |
Norfolk's town rate went from 27.84 in 2022–23 to 22.49 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2028.
Look up a Norfolk property
- Property record cardsAssessed value, lot size and building details
- 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 Norfolk
What we check on a Norfolk purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map and private well and septic.
First-time buyer programs in Norfolk
CHFA sets Norfolk'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
Flood zones are set address by address. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for NorfolkWells and septic outside the village
Most of Norfolk relies on private wells and septic systems; only the village center around the green has a town sewer district. Budget for a well-flow test and septic inspection on most properties.
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 Norfolk?
Send us a Norfolk address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Norfolk: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Norfolk: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Natural gasNo natural gas service
- WaterMostly private wells
- Sewer or septicA town sewer district serves the village center; most other properties use private septic systems.
- Trash and recyclingNorfolk does not offer curbside pickup; residents use the Norfolk Transfer Station for trash and recycling.
Town offices and contacts
Norfolk Town Hall. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website
- Town Clerk & Registrar of Vital StatisticsLand records, vital records and licensing
- AssessorProperty values and assessments
- Tax CollectorProperty tax bills and payments
- Building OfficialBuilding permits and inspections
- Zoning & Wetlands Enforcement OfficerZoning and wetlands permits
- Department of Public WorksRoads and town facilities
- Norfolk LibraryThe town's public library
- Regional School District 7Norfolk's school district, shared with Barkhamsted, Colebrook and New Hartford
Norfolk, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Norfolk, CT?
Norfolk's 2026–27 mill rate is 22.49, which is $22.49 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. The motor vehicle rate is 22.49 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Norfolk?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 22.49 mills that's about $7,871 a year, or about $656 a month. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
When is Norfolk's next revaluation?
Norfolk's next revaluation takes effect October 1, 2028, on the state's schedule. The new assessments first show up on the tax bills due in July 2029.
What county is Norfolk in?
Norfolk is in Litchfield County, part of the Northwest Hills planning region.
What zip code does Norfolk use?
Norfolk uses a single zip code, 06058.
Is there public transit in Norfolk?
No. Norfolk has no fixed-route bus service or train station.
Does Norfolk have curbside trash pickup?
No. Residents bring trash and recycling to the Norfolk Transfer Station.
Does Norfolk have public water and sewer?
A sewer district covers the village center; most of the town relies on private wells and septic systems.
Which school district serves Norfolk?
Norfolk is part of Regional School District 7, along with Barkhamsted, Colebrook and New Hartford.
Towns near Norfolk
Neighbors of Norfolk 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 Norfolk sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Norfolk, Connecticut - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Norfolk, CT - official website: norfolkct.org
- File:Norfolk, Connecticut.jpg - Wikimedia Commons: commons.wikimedia.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Photo: Elisa.rolle, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.