Oxford Center
486 Oxford Rd, Oxford, CT 06478
Living in Oxford, Connecticut
Oxford is a town in western New Haven County in the Naugatuck Valley, incorporated in 1798 and named for Oxford, England. It is a low-density, residential town with distinct settled areas including Oxford Center, Quaker Farms and Riverside, and belongs to the Bridgeport–Stamford–Norwalk metropolitan area rather than the Naugatuck Valley's older mill cities.
Oxford at a glance
- 20.55 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 20 minDrive to Waterbury
- New HavenCounty · Naugatuck Valley
Oxford's villages and zip codes
Oxford has 3 villages or sections. Whatever the mailing address says, they're all part of the Town of Oxford for property taxes and town services.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Oxford Center | 06478 | The town center along Oxford Road, where the town hall and Oxford Historical Society are located. |
| Quaker Farms | 06478 | A historic district and settled area in the northern part of town. |
| Riverside | 06478 | A settled area along the Housatonic River in the southern part of town. |
Oxford covers about 33.3 square miles and borders Monroe, Newtown, Southbury, Middlebury, Naugatuck, Beacon Falls, Seymour and Shelton. It was incorporated in 1798.
Things to do in Oxford, CT
Start with Southford Falls State Park and Larkin State Park Trail, then 2 more below.
Southford Falls State Park
A state park in the northern section of Oxford with a waterfall, a pond, and trails used for hiking and fishing.
175 Quaker Farms Rd, Oxford, CT 06478
Plan a visitLarkin State Park Trail
A 10.4-mile rail trail created in the 1940s from a former train line, one of the earliest rails-to-trails conversions in the state, used for hiking, biking and horseback riding.
Oxford
Twitchell-Rowland Homestead Center and Museum
A historic homestead museum run by the Oxford Historical Society, honored with a Connecticut Trust Preservation Award in 2012.
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Quaker Farms Historic District
A historic district in the Quaker Farms section of town with early homes and buildings.
Quaker Farms
More worth a visit
- The Golf Club at Oxford GreensA public golf course in an active-adult community in Oxford.
- Jackson Cove BeachA town beach area on the Housatonic River.
A little history
Oxford was incorporated in October 1798 and named for Oxford, England.
In the 18th century, farmers drove livestock through Oxford from as far as Litchfield on the way to the port of New Haven.
On August 18, 2024, Oxford recorded 16.31 inches of rainfall in a single storm, the highest ever recorded in Connecticut, surpassing the previous record set by Hurricane Diane in 1955.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Oxford
Southford Falls State Park and the Larkin State Park Trail give Oxford residents a mix of waterfall scenery and a long rail-trail for hiking, biking and horseback riding.
- Southford Falls State ParkA waterfall, pond and trail network in northern Oxford.More information
- Larkin State Park TrailA 10.4-mile rail trail through Oxford and neighboring towns.
- Kirks PondA pond in the center of town used for local recreation.
- Jackson Cove BeachA beach area on the Housatonic River.
Walkability and getting around Oxford
Oxford is a low-density, car-dependent town without a dense village center; Oxford Center has some sidewalks near the town hall, but most residents drive for daily errands.
Drive times
- Waterbury, about 10 miles20 min
- Waterbury-Oxford Airport, about 3 miles10 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Oxford has no fixed-route public transit. Waterbury-Oxford Airport, a small general-aviation airport, is located in town, and the nearest Metro-North/Amtrak rail service is in Waterbury or Bridgeport.
Oxford property taxes and home prices
Oxford's 2026–27 mill rate is 20.55, which is $20.55 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 $1,438 a year in taxes at 20.55 mills.
What homes in Oxford sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $486,00088 sales | $580,00029 sales |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Oxford's mill rate for 2026–27
20.55mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Oxford20.55 mills
- Motor vehicles20.55 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2029
How Oxford's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 24.36 |
| 2023–24 | 24.51 |
| 2024–25 | 25.81 |
| 2025–26 | 20.01 |
| 2026–27 | 20.55 |
Oxford's town rate went from 24.36 in 2022–23 to 20.55 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2029.
Look up a Oxford 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 Oxford
What we check on a Oxford purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map, well & septic and flood history.
First-time buyer programs in Oxford
CHFA sets Oxford's income and price limits for New Haven County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
Oxford set Connecticut's all-time record for rainfall in a single storm on August 18, 2024 (16.31 inches), which caused severe flood damage to homes and roads; buyers should check FEMA flood maps and drainage on any property carefully. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for OxfordPrivate wells and septic are the norm
Most of Oxford relies on private wells and septic systems. Buyers should budget for well-flow and septic inspections separate from a standard home inspection.
Oxford set a state rainfall record in 2024
Oxford recorded the highest rainfall total in Connecticut history during an August 2024 storm, which flooded homes and roads in parts of town. Buyers should review FEMA flood maps and ask sellers about any past flood damage.
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 Oxford?
Send us a Oxford address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Oxford: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Oxford: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Natural gasNo natural gas service in most of town
- WaterMostly private wells
- Sewer or septicMostly septic systems
- Trash and recyclingOxford does not provide town-wide curbside collection for all residents; check the town website for current trash and recycling arrangements.
Town offices and contacts
Oxford Town Hall is at 486 Oxford Rd, Oxford, CT 06478. Main line: (203) 888-2543. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website(203) 888-2543
- Town ClerkVital records, land records and elections.(203) 888-2543
- AssessorProperty values and assessments.
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and collection.
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections.
- Planning & ZoningLand use and zoning review.
- Parks & RecreationTown parks and recreation programs.
- Public WorksRoads and town infrastructure.
- Oxford Public LibraryThe town's public library, founded in 1883.
- Oxford Public SchoolsOxford's public school district website.
Oxford, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Oxford, CT?
Oxford's 2026–27 mill rate is 20.55, which is $20.55 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. The motor vehicle rate is 20.55 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Oxford?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 20.55 mills that's about $7,192 a year, or about $599 a month. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
When is Oxford's next revaluation?
Oxford's next revaluation takes effect October 1, 2029, on the state's schedule. The new assessments first show up on the tax bills due in July 2030.
What county is Oxford in?
Oxford is in New Haven County, in the Naugatuck Valley Planning Region.
What is the zip code for Oxford?
Oxford's zip code is 06478.
Is there public water and sewer in Oxford?
No. Most of Oxford relies on private wells and septic systems rather than town water and sewer.
Is there an airport in Oxford?
Yes. Waterbury-Oxford Airport, a general-aviation airport, is located in town.
Does Oxford have curbside trash pickup?
Oxford does not provide town-wide curbside collection for all residents; check the town website for current arrangements.
What happened in Oxford in August 2024?
Oxford recorded 16.31 inches of rain in a single storm on August 18, 2024, the highest rainfall total ever recorded in Connecticut, which caused significant flood damage.
Towns near Oxford
Neighbors of Oxford in New Haven County and nearby. All New Haven 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 Oxford sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Wikipedia: Oxford, Connecticut: en.wikipedia.org
- Connecticut Town Clerk Directory, portal.ct.gov: portal.ct.gov
- Southford Falls State Park, CT DEEP: ctparks.com
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Checked September 25, 2026.