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200 School St, Putnam, CT 06260
Living in Putnam, Connecticut
Putnam is a city in Windham County, incorporated in 1855 and named for Revolutionary War General Israel Putnam. It sits where the Quinebaug River runs through the center of town, and its downtown mill buildings and commercial blocks were converted into a large antique district in the late 20th century, later joined by restaurants, small shops, and an arts community. Putnam borders Thompson to the north, Killingly to the south, Pomfret and Woodstock to the west, and Rhode Island to the east.
Putnam at a glance
- 18.50 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- WindhamCounty · Quiet Corner, Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region
Putnam's villages and zip codes
Putnam uses ZIP code 06260.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Putnam center | 06260 | Downtown along the Quinebaug River, with Town Hall, the antique district, and Main Street shops and restaurants. |
| East Putnam | 06260 | East of the Quinebaug River, drained by the Five Mile River, a tributary of the Quinebaug. |
Putnam covers about 20.4 square miles and borders Thompson, Killingly, Pomfret and Woodstock. It was incorporated in 1855.
Things to do in Putnam, CT
Start with Downtown Putnam antique district.
Downtown Putnam antique district
A concentration of antique shops in converted mill and commercial buildings along Main Street, developed in the late 20th century from Putnam's formerly empty downtown mills.
Main St, Putnam, CT
A little history
Putnam was incorporated in 1855 and named for Revolutionary War General Israel Putnam.
On August 19, 1955, Putnam was devastated by flooding from Hurricanes Connie and Diane, which struck Connecticut within a week of each other; the Quinebaug River flooding destroyed homes, businesses, and factories and washed away the railroad bed.
Toward the end of the 20th century, Putnam converted its empty mills and underused downtown commercial buildings into a large antique center; many antique stores later gave way to restaurants, small shops, and an arts community starting in the early 2000s.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Putnam
The Quinebaug River runs north-south through the center of Putnam, with the Five Mile River draining East Putnam as a tributary.
- Quinebaug RiverRuns through the center of downtown Putnam, historically powering the town's mills.
Walkability and getting around Putnam
Downtown Putnam's Main Street has sidewalks connecting the antique district, restaurants, and shops along the river, but most of the surrounding town is built for driving.
East Putnam
Drive times
- Worcester, MA
- Bradley International Airport
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Putnam has no fixed-route commuter rail station. Check current Windham Region Transit District routes for any regional bus service into town.
Putnam property taxes and home prices
Putnam's 2026–27 mill rate is 18.50, which is $18.50 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 $1,295 a year in taxes at 18.50 mills.
What homes in Putnam sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $330,0009 sales | $334,7506 sales |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Putnam's mill rate for 2026–27
18.50mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Putnam18.50 mills
- Putnam Special Services District (where it applies)+7.93 mills
- East Putnam Fire District (where it applies)+1.40 mills
- West Putnam Fire District (where it applies)+1.00 mills
- Motor vehicles18.50 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2029
How Putnam's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 21.19 |
| 2023–24 | 22.29 |
| 2024–25 | 23.64 |
| 2025–26 | 17.90 |
| 2026–27 | 18.50 |
Putnam's town rate went from 21.19 in 2022–23 to 18.50 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2029.
Look up a Putnam property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: 860-963-6800
Buying a home in Putnam
What we check on a Putnam purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map and river flood zone.
First-time buyer programs in Putnam
CHFA sets Putnam's income and price limits for Windham County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
The Quinebaug River runs through the center of Putnam and has a documented flood history, including catastrophic flooding in August 1955 from Hurricanes Connie and Diane; downtown and riverfront parcels can fall within FEMA flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for PutnamCheck flood zones near the Quinebaug River
Putnam's downtown sits along the Quinebaug River, which flooded severely in 1955. We check the flood map before you make an offer on a property near the river.
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 Putnam?
Send us a Putnam address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Putnam: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Putnam: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Trash and recyclingPutnam's water and sewer utility handles municipal billing separately from trash; check the town's Public Works pages for current trash and recycling collection details.
Town offices and contacts
Putnam Town Hall is at 200 School St, Putnam, CT 06260. Hours: Monday-Wednesday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, Thursday 8:00 AM-6:00 PM, Friday 8:00 AM-1:00 PM. Main line: 860-963-6800. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website860-963-6800
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records, and elections.860-963-6800
- AssessorProperty values and assessments; online property cards and GIS mapping.860-963-6800
- Revenue CollectorProperty tax billing and online payment.860-963-6800
- Building OfficialBuilding permits and inspections.
- Planning & ZoningZoning and land-use applications.
- Parks & RecreationTown parks and recreation programs.
- Putnam Public LibraryThe town's public library.
Putnam, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Putnam, CT?
Putnam's 2026–27 mill rate is 18.50, which is $18.50 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 18.50 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Putnam?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 18.50 mills that's about $6,475 a year, or about $540 a month, before any district tax. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
When is Putnam's next revaluation?
Putnam'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 Putnam, CT in?
Putnam is in Windham County, within the Northeastern Connecticut Planning Region.
What ZIP code does Putnam use?
Putnam uses ZIP code 06260.
Is there a train station in Putnam?
No. Putnam has no fixed-route commuter rail station.
Which towns border Putnam?
Putnam borders Thompson to the north, Killingly to the south, Pomfret and Woodstock to the west, and the Rhode Island state line to the east.
What are Town Hall's hours?
Putnam Town Hall, at 200 School St, is open Monday-Wednesday 8:30 AM-4:30 PM, Thursday 8:00 AM-6:00 PM, and Friday 8:00 AM-1:00 PM.
What is Putnam known for downtown?
Putnam's downtown mill buildings were converted into a large antique district beginning in the late 20th century, later joined by restaurants, small shops, and an arts community.
Towns near Putnam
Neighbors of Putnam in Windham County and nearby. All Windham 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 Putnam sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Putnam, Connecticut - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Putnam official website: putnamct.us
- Downtown Putnam photo, Wikimedia Commons: commons.wikimedia.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Photo: JJBers, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Checked September 25, 2026.