Stafford Springs
1 Main St, Stafford Springs, CT 06076
Living in Stafford, Connecticut
Stafford is Connecticut's fourth-largest town by land area, spread across Tolland County near the Massachusetts line. Its village of Stafford Springs, named for mineral springs that once drew visitors, grew into a mill town powered by tributaries of the Willimantic River.
Stafford at a glance
- $324,000Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 25.59 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 40–45 minDrive to Hartford
- TollandCounty · North Central Connecticut
Stafford's villages and zip codes
Stafford has 3 villages or sections. Whatever the mailing address says, they're all part of the Town of Stafford for property taxes and town services.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Stafford Springs | 06076 | The town's main village and commercial center, at the intersection of Routes 190 and 32. |
| Staffordville | 06076 | A section of town near Staffordville Lake. |
| West Stafford | 06076 | A rural section west of Stafford Springs. |
Stafford covers about 58.8 square miles and borders Somers, Willington, Tolland, Union, Monson, MA and Holland, MA. It was incorporated in 1719.
Things to do in Stafford, CT
Start with Stafford Motor Speedway and Crystal Lake, then 2 more below.
Stafford Motor Speedway
A short-track auto racing venue that hosts weekly stock car racing during the season, one of the town's best-known attractions.
Stafford Springs
Crystal Lake
A lake with public and association access used for swimming and boating.
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Staffordville Lake
A lake with public beach access.
Staffordville
Shenipsit State Forest
A large state forest extending into Stafford with trails for hiking and, in season, hunting.
Stafford
A little history
Stafford was settled in 1719 and became part of the newly formed Tolland County in 1785.
During the Civil War, factories in Stafford made cannonballs and other war supplies for Union forces, powered by tributaries of the Willimantic River.
The village of Stafford Springs took its name from mineral springs that drew visitors to the area in the 19th century.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Stafford
Stafford's size gives it several lakes and a share of Shenipsit State Forest, alongside tributaries of the Willimantic River that once powered its mills.
- Shenipsit State ForestTrails for hiking through a large state forest tract in Stafford.
- Crystal LakeSwimming and boating access.
- Staffordville LakePublic beach access for swimming.
Where to eat in Stafford: restaurants and coffee
3 places in Stafford to try, including pizza restaurant and asian restaurant. No one paid to be listed.
Stafford House of Pizza
Pizza restaurant
A pizza restaurant on Main Street serving calzones, sandwiches and seafood in addition to pizza.
19 Main St, Stafford Springs, CT 06076 · houseofpizzastafford.com
Ocean Asia Restaurant
Asian restaurant
An Asian restaurant on Main Street offering Chinese and sushi dishes.
27 Main St, Stafford Springs, CT 06076
Mike's on Main
Restaurant
A restaurant on Main Street in Stafford Springs.
81 Main St, Stafford Springs, CT 06076
Walkability and getting around Stafford
Stafford Springs has sidewalks and a walkable village center around Main Street, but Stafford is Connecticut's fourth-largest town by area, and its outlying sections and lake communities need a car.
Drive times
- Hartford, about 28 miles40–45 min
- Bradley International Airport, about 25 miles35–40 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Stafford has no fixed-route public transit. Routes 190 and 32 meet in Stafford Springs.
Stafford property taxes and home prices
Stafford's 2026–27 mill rate is 25.59, which is $25.59 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 $1,791 a year in taxes at 25.59 mills.
What homes in Stafford sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $290,000107 sales | $190,50014 sales |
| Sep 2025 | $324,00089 sales | $210,00017 sales |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Stafford's mill rate for 2026–27
25.59mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Stafford25.59 mills
- Town Of Stafford (Springs) Service District (where it applies)+2.06 mills
- Motor vehicles25.59 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2030
How Stafford's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 35.78 |
| 2023–24 | 36.76 |
| 2024–25 | 38.59 |
| 2025–26 | 38.59 |
| 2026–27 | 25.59 |
Stafford's town rate went from 35.78 in 2022–23 to 25.59 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2030.
Look up a Stafford 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 Stafford
What we check on a Stafford purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map, crumbling foundations and lake community.
First-time buyer programs in Stafford
CHFA sets Stafford's income and price limits for Tolland County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
Tributaries of the Willimantic River run through Stafford, and low ground near them and around Crystal Lake and Staffordville Lake can fall within FEMA flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for StaffordAsk about foundation testing
Stafford is in the northeastern Connecticut region where pyrrhotite-related crumbling foundations have been documented. We recommend asking about foundation testing on any home with a poured concrete foundation before you make an offer.
CFSICAsk about lake association dues
Homes around Crystal Lake and Staffordville Lake may belong to a lake association with its own dues and rules on docks or shared access. Ask about association fees before you make an offer.
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 Stafford?
Send us a Stafford address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Stafford: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Stafford: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- Trash and recyclingCheck the Town of Stafford's website for current trash and recycling collection details.
Town offices and contacts
Stafford Town Hall is at Warren Memorial Town Hall, 1 Main St, Stafford Springs, CT 06076. Hours: Monday–Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM, Thursday 8:00 AM–6:30 PM, closed Friday. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website
- Town ClerkVital records, land records and elections.
- AssessorProperty values and assessments.
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and collection.
- Building DepartmentBuilding permits and inspections.
- Planning & ZoningLand use and zoning review.
- Parks & RecreationTown parks, fields and youth sports.
- Public WorksRoads, plowing and town maintenance.
- Stafford Public LibraryPublic library.
- Stafford Public SchoolsThe town's public school district, pre-K through grade 12.
Stafford, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Stafford, CT?
Stafford's 2026–27 mill rate is 25.59, which is $25.59 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 25.59 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Stafford?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 25.59 mills that's about $8,956 a year, or about $746 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 Stafford, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in Stafford was $324,000 across 89 sales, compared with $290,000 the year before. The median condo sale was $210,000 across 17 sales.
When is Stafford's next revaluation?
Stafford'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 Stafford in?
Tolland County.
What is the zip code for Stafford?
06076 (Stafford Springs).
How far is Stafford from Hartford?
About 28 miles, roughly 40–45 minutes by car.
Is there public transit in Stafford?
No fixed-route transit serves the town.
What is Stafford Motor Speedway?
A short-track auto racing venue in Stafford Springs that hosts weekly stock car racing during the season.
What are Stafford town hall hours?
Monday–Wednesday 8:00 AM–4:30 PM and Thursday 8:00 AM–6:30 PM; closed Friday.
Towns near Stafford
Neighbors of Stafford in Tolland County and nearby. All Tolland 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 Stafford sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Stafford, Connecticut - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Stafford, CT - official website: staffordct.org
- Stafford House of Pizza: houseofpizzastafford.com
- Connecticut Foundation Solutions Indemnity Company (CFSIC): crumblingfoundations.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Checked September 25, 2026.