Living in North Canaan, Connecticut
North Canaan sits at the junction of Routes 44 and 7 in Connecticut's northwest corner, in Litchfield County. It was incorporated in 1858 after separating from the town of Canaan (now Falls Village). Its village center, Canaan, grew up around the railroad, and the restored 1872 Canaan Union Depot remains a downtown landmark.
North Canaan at a glance
- $297,000Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 24.75 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 20–25 minDrive to Great Barrington, MA
- LitchfieldCounty · Northwest Corner
North Canaan's villages and zip codes
North Canaan uses two ZIP codes: 06018 (Canaan) and 06024 (East Canaan).
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Canaan village | 06018 | The town's main village center, built up around the historic Canaan Union Depot and the Housatonic Railroad line. |
| East Canaan | 06024 | An area of town historically associated with dairy farming and limestone mining. |
North Canaan covers about 19.5 square miles. It was incorporated in 1858.
Things to do in North Canaan, CT
Start with Canaan Union Depot.
Canaan Union Depot
An 1872 railroad depot in the village center, damaged by arson in 2001 and restored between 2003 and 2018. It remains a landmark on the active Housatonic Railroad line.
Canaan village
A little history
North Canaan was incorporated in 1858, separating from the town of Canaan, which was renamed Falls Village.
The Canaan Union Depot was built in 1872 as a junction stop on the Housatonic Railroad; it was heavily damaged by an arson fire in 2001 and restored in phases through 2018.
East Canaan was historically known for dairy farming and limestone mining.
Where to eat in North Canaan: restaurants and coffee
3 places in North Canaan to try, including diner and american restaurant. No one paid to be listed.
Collins Diner
Diner
A classic diner dating to 1941 at the junction of Routes 44 and 7, named one of New England's top diners by The New York Times.
Routes 44 and 7, Canaan, CT 06018
Industry Kitchen & Bar
American restaurant
A restaurant near the depot with a modern-industrial atmosphere, serving steaks, burgers, salads, pastas and flatbreads.
14 Railroad St, North Canaan, CT 06018
Cafe Gourmet Bakery & Catering
Bakery and cafe
A 40-seat bakery and cafe on East Main Street serving breakfast and lunch, with weekend dinner service and a retail bakery counter.
18 E Main St, Canaan, CT 06018
Walkability and getting around North Canaan
Canaan village center has a small walkable cluster of businesses near the depot; the rest of North Canaan is rural and requires a car.
East Canaan
Drive times
- Great Barrington, MA, about 13 miles20–25 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
The Housatonic Railroad operates freight service through town; there is no scheduled passenger rail. There is no fixed-route local bus service confirmed for North Canaan.
North Canaan property taxes and home prices
North Canaan's 2026–27 mill rate is 24.75, which is $24.75 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 $1,732 a year in taxes at 24.75 mills.
What homes in North Canaan sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $252,95018 sales | – |
| Sep 2025 | $297,00029 sales | – |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
North Canaan's mill rate for 2026–27
24.75mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of North Canaan24.75 mills
- Canaan Fire District (where it applies)+2.20 mills
- Motor vehicles24.75 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2027
How North Canaan's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 31.00 |
| 2023–24 | 25.50 |
| 2024–25 | 24.75 |
| 2025–26 | 24.75 |
| 2026–27 | 24.75 |
North Canaan's town rate went from 31.00 in 2022–23 to 24.75 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2027.
Look up a North Canaan 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 North Canaan
What we check on a North Canaan purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map.
First-time buyer programs in North Canaan
CHFA sets North Canaan'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 Blackberry and Housatonic Rivers run through town, putting some low-lying areas near them in FEMA-mapped flood zones; we check the flood map before you make an offer near either river. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for North CanaanAll 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 North Canaan?
Send us a North Canaan address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to North Canaan: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in North Canaan: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Trash and recyclingNorth Canaan operates a town transfer station rather than town-wide curbside pickup; bulky-waste fees are set for the 2026–2027 period.
Town offices and contacts
North Canaan Town Hall is at 100 Pease Street, Canaan, CT 06018. Hours: Monday–Thursday, 8am–4pm (closed noon–1pm). Main line: (860) 824-7313. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website(860) 824-7313
- Town Clerk & Registrar of Vital StatisticsLand records, vital records, elections
- Assessor's OfficeProperty values and assessments
- Tax Collector's OfficeProperty tax billing and payment
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections
- Planning & Zoning CommissionLand use and zoning applications
- Highway DepartmentRoads and public works
- Transfer StationTrash and recycling drop-off
- Douglas LibraryPublic library serving North Canaan860-824-7863
- Regional School District 1School district serving North Canaan, Canaan, Cornwall, Kent, Salisbury and Sharon
North Canaan, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in North Canaan, CT?
North Canaan's 2026–27 mill rate is 24.75, which is $24.75 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 24.75 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in North Canaan?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 24.75 mills that's about $8,662 a year, or about $722 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 North Canaan, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in North Canaan was $297,000 across 29 sales, compared with $252,950 the year before.
When is North Canaan's next revaluation?
North Canaan's next revaluation takes effect October 1, 2027, on the state's schedule. The new assessments first show up on the tax bills due in July 2028.
What county is North Canaan in?
Litchfield County.
What ZIP codes does North Canaan use?
06018 (Canaan) and 06024 (East Canaan).
Is there curbside trash pickup in North Canaan?
No; the town operates a transfer station rather than town-wide curbside collection.
Is there passenger rail service in North Canaan?
No. The Housatonic Railroad runs freight through the historic Canaan Union Depot, but there is no scheduled passenger service.
Where is Town Hall?
100 Pease Street, Canaan, CT 06018, open Monday–Thursday, 8am–4pm (closed noon–1pm).
What school district serves North Canaan?
Regional School District 1, which also serves Canaan (Falls Village), Cornwall, Kent, Salisbury and Sharon; North Canaan's own K-8 school is North Canaan Elementary, and the district high school is Housatonic Valley Regional High School.
Towns near North Canaan
Neighbors of North Canaan 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 North Canaan sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Wikipedia: North Canaan, Connecticut: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of North Canaan, CT — official website: northcanaan.org
- Wikimedia Commons: File:North Canaan, Connecticut.jpg: commons.wikimedia.org
- North Canaan Town Hall annual report (address/phone): municipal-documents.s3.amazonaws.com
- Douglas Library: douglaslibrarycanaan.org
- Region 1 Website: region1schools.org
- Cafe Gourmet Bakery and Catering brings high-quality dining to Canaan - The Lakeville Journal: lakevillejournal.com
- 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.