Downtown Shelton
54 Hill St, Shelton, CT 06484
Living in Shelton, Connecticut
Shelton sits on the west bank of the Housatonic River in the Naugatuck Valley. It separated from Stratford in 1789 under the name Huntington and was renamed for the Shelton Company, a manufacturing concern founded by Edward N. Shelton, before consolidating as a city in 1919. Its neighborhoods include a compact downtown near the river, along with Huntington, White Hills, Long Hill and Pine Rock Park.
Shelton at a glance
- $550,000Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 15.51 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 20 minDrive to Bridgeport
- FairfieldCounty · Naugatuck Valley
Shelton's villages and zip codes
Shelton uses a single zip code, 06484, citywide.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Downtown Shelton | 06484 | The historic commercial center along the Housatonic River, near City Hall. |
| Huntington | 06484 | A residential and commercial area in the northern part of the city, near Huntington Center green. |
| White Hills | 06484 | A residential neighborhood in the northeastern part of the city. |
Shelton covers about 31.9 square miles and borders Trumbull, Monroe, Newtown, Oxford, Seymour, Derby and Orange. It was incorporated in 1789.
Things to do in Shelton, CT
Start with Indian Well State Park and Riverwalk Park, then 1 more below.
Indian Well State Park
A state park on the Housatonic River with a waterfall, swimming area and hiking trails.
Indian Well Rd, Shelton
Riverwalk Park
A 10-acre riverfront park built on the former Sponge Rubber Products plant site along the Housatonic River.
Canal St, Shelton
Paugussett Trail
Part of Connecticut's Blue-Blazed hiking trail system, running along the Housatonic River through Shelton.
Shelton
More worth a visit
- Highland Golf ClubA 9-hole golf course founded in 1900.
- Brownson Country ClubAn 18-hole golf course.
A little history
Shelton separated from Stratford in 1789 under the name Huntington and was later renamed for the Shelton Company, a manufacturing concern founded by Edward N. Shelton in a village that grew up in the 1860s.
The city and town governments consolidated in 1919.
Trees from Shelton were selected for the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in 2007 and 2013.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Shelton
The Housatonic River and more than 15 miles of hiking trails, including a section of the Paugussett Blue-Blazed trail, run through Shelton.
- Indian Well State ParkA riverside park with a waterfall and swimming area on the Housatonic River.
- Riverwalk ParkA 10-acre park along the Housatonic River in downtown Shelton.
- Paugussett TrailA Blue-Blazed trail segment following the Housatonic River.
Walkability and getting around Shelton
Downtown Shelton near the Housatonic River has sidewalks and a walkable core of shops and restaurants. Huntington, White Hills and other residential neighborhoods are built for car access.
Huntington
White Hills
Drive times
- Bridgeport, about 10 miles20 min
- Bridgeport Sikorsky Memorial Airport, about 12 miles20–25 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
The Waterbury Branch of the Metro-North New Haven Line serves Shelton's train station, connecting to Bridgeport and New York. Local and regional bus service also runs through the city.
Shelton property taxes and home prices
Shelton's 2026–27 mill rate is 15.51, which is $15.51 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 $1,086 a year in taxes at 15.51 mills.
What homes in Shelton sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $510,000302 sales | $390,000153 sales |
| Sep 2025 | $550,000311 sales | $399,500154 sales |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Shelton's mill rate for 2026–27
15.51mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Shelton15.51 mills
- Motor vehicles15.51 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2030
How Shelton's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 17.47 |
| 2023–24 | 17.47 |
| 2024–25 | 19.18 |
| 2025–26 | 18.82 |
| 2026–27 | 15.51 |
Shelton's town rate went from 17.47 in 2022–23 to 15.51 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2030.
Look up a Shelton property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: 203-924-1555
Buying a home in Shelton
What we check on a Shelton purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map.
First-time buyer programs in Shelton
CHFA sets Shelton's income and price limits for Fairfield County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
Shelton's frontage along the Housatonic River, including areas near Riverwalk Park and downtown, falls within FEMA-mapped flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for SheltonAll 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 Shelton?
Send us a Shelton address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Shelton: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Shelton: United Illuminating for power.
- ElectricUnited Illuminating
- Natural gasSouthern Connecticut Gas / United Illuminating
- WaterAquarion Water Company
- Sewer or septicPublic sewer serves most developed areas of Shelton; some outlying properties use septic.
- Trash and recyclingShelton provides municipal trash and recycling collection information through its Waste Disposal & Recycling department; check the city's published schedule.
Town offices and contacts
Shelton Town Hall is at 54 Hill St, Shelton, CT 06484. Hours: Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.. Main line: 203-924-1555. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website203-924-1555
- City/Town ClerkLand records, vital records and licensing203-924-1555
- AssessorProperty values and assessments203-924-1555
- Tax CollectorProperty tax bills and payments203-924-1555
- Building DepartmentPermits and inspections203-924-1555
- Planning and ZoningLand use applications and zoning regulations203-924-1555
- Parks and RecreationCity parks and recreation programs
- Public WorksRoads, trash and recycling
- Plumb Memorial LibraryShelton's public library
- Shelton Public SchoolsShelton's school district
Shelton, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Shelton, CT?
Shelton's 2026–27 mill rate is 15.51, which is $15.51 of tax for every $1,000 of assessed value. The motor vehicle rate is 15.51 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Shelton?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 15.51 mills that's about $5,428 a year, or about $452 a month. The actual bill depends on the town assessor's appraisal, not the price you pay.
What is the median home price in Shelton, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in Shelton was $550,000 across 311 sales, compared with $510,000 the year before. The median condo sale was $399,500 across 154 sales.
When is Shelton's next revaluation?
Shelton'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 Shelton in?
Shelton is in Fairfield County, part of the Naugatuck Valley planning region.
What zip code does Shelton use?
Shelton uses a single zip code, 06484.
Is there train service in Shelton?
Yes. Shelton has a station on the Waterbury Branch of the Metro-North New Haven Line.
How far is Shelton from Bridgeport?
Bridgeport is about 10 miles south, roughly 20 minutes by car.
Is Shelton a town or a city?
Shelton incorporated as a town (as Huntington) in 1789 and consolidated its city and town governments in 1919; it is now governed as a city.
Towns near Shelton
Neighbors of Shelton in Fairfield County and nearby. All Fairfield 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 Shelton sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Shelton, Connecticut - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- City of Shelton, CT - official website: cityofshelton.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Checked September 25, 2026.