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866 Boston Post Road, Westbrook, CT 06498
Living in Westbrook, Connecticut
Westbrook is a shoreline town in Middlesex County where Long Island Sound meets the mouth of the Connecticut River. The town was incorporated in 1840, having previously been a district of Old Saybrook known as Pochoug and West Saybrook, and it includes three uninhabited islands: Salt Island, Menunketesuck Island and Duck Island.
Westbrook at a glance
- $607,500Median single-family sale, Oct 2024 – Sep 2025
- 23.25 millsReal estate tax rate, fiscal year 2026–27
- 30 minDrive to New Haven
- MiddlesexCounty · Connecticut shoreline, Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region
Westbrook's zip code
The whole town uses ZIP code 06498.
| Area | Zip code | Where it is |
|---|---|---|
| Westbrook center | 06498 | Along Boston Post Road (US 1) near Town Hall. |
Westbrook covers about 21.4 square miles and borders Essex, Deep River, Clinton and Old Saybrook. It was incorporated in 1840.
Things to do in Westbrook, CT
Start with Water's Edge Resort & Spa and Westbrook Outlets, then 2 more below.
Water's Edge Resort & Spa
A beachfront resort on Long Island Sound with waterfront dining, a spa and a private beach. It's one of the larger shoreline properties between New Haven and the Rhode Island line.
1525 Boston Post Road
Plan a visitWestbrook Outlets
An outlet shopping center off I-95 with dozens of factory-direct stores, a common stop for shoreline day trips.
314 Flat Rock Place
Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge, Salt Meadow Unit
A coastal wildlife refuge unit with walking trails through salt marsh and woodland, part of a refuge that stretches along the Connecticut shoreline.
Off Route 1
Plan a visitBill's Seafood Restaurant
A family-owned seafood restaurant on the Patchogue River, open since 1978, with a dockside bar and outdoor picnic tables. Boaters can pull up directly to the restaurant.
Postal address in Westbrook
Plan a visit
More worth a visit
- Westbrook Farmers MarketA seasonal farmers market in town.
- Coastline Brewing CompanyA local brewery in Westbrook.
A little history
Westbrook was originally a district of the Town of Old Saybrook known as Pochoug and West Saybrook before it incorporated as its own town in 1840.
Oxford Academy, an all-boys boarding school, has operated in Westbrook since 1973.
Parks, trails and outdoors in Westbrook
Westbrook's outdoor life centers on Long Island Sound and the salt marshes where the Connecticut River meets the shore.
- Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge, Salt Meadow UnitTrails through salt marsh and coastal woodland.More information
- Hammonasset Beach State ParkA two-mile state beach in nearby Madison, about a 15-minute drive from Westbrook.More information
Where to eat in Westbrook: restaurants and coffee
2 places in Westbrook to try, including seafood restaurant and resort dining. No one paid to be listed.
Bill's Seafood Restaurant
Seafood restaurant
Family-owned since 1978 on the Patchogue River, known for fried clams and lobster rolls with waterside seating.
Westbrook, CT · billsseafood.com
Water's Edge Resort & Spa restaurants
Resort dining
On-site restaurants including a bistro with Long Island Sound views.
1525 Boston Post Road · watersedgeresortandspa.com
Walkability and getting around Westbrook
Westbrook center along Boston Post Road has sidewalks near Town Hall and the library, but most of the town is spread along the shoreline and rural roads where a car is needed to get between neighborhoods, the beach and I-95.
Drive times
- New Haven, about 27 miles30 min
- Bradley International Airport, about 54 miles65 min
Approximate, without traffic.
By bus or train
Westbrook station serves the Shore Line East commuter rail line. The Estuary Transit District operates local bus service in town.
Westbrook property taxes and home prices
Westbrook's 2026–27 mill rate is 23.25, which is $23.25 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 $1,628 a year in taxes at 23.25 mills.
What homes in Westbrook sell for
| 12 months ending | Single-family | Condo |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 2024 | $515,00087 sales | $190,0005 sales |
| Sep 2025 | $607,50070 sales | $537,00022 sales |
October to September, state records. Text us for this month's sales.
Westbrook's mill rate for 2026–27
23.25mills, fiscal year 2026–27
- Town of Westbrook23.25 mills
- Stannard Beach Improvement Association (where it applies)+2.40 mills
- Chapman Beach Taxing District (where it applies)+1.54 mills
- Grove Beach Point Assocation (where it applies)+1.25 mills
- Island View Beach Association (where it applies)+1.21 mills
- Pilots Point Association Inc (where it applies)+0.996 mills
- Cedar Crest Tax District (where it applies)+0.964 mills
- Motor vehicles23.25 mills
- Next revaluationOctober 1, 2026
How Westbrook's mill rate has changed
| Fiscal year | Town rate |
|---|---|
| 2022–23 | 20.76 |
| 2023–24 | 21.32 |
| 2024–25 | 21.70 |
| 2025–26 | 22.50 |
| 2026–27 | 23.25 |
Westbrook's town rate went from 20.76 in 2022–23 to 23.25 in 2026–27. Next revaluation: October 1, 2026.
Look up a Westbrook property
- FEMA flood mapWhether a lender will require flood insurance
- Town ClerkLand records, deeds and vital records
- Assessor's officeQuestions about an assessment: 860-399-3016
Buying a home in Westbrook
What we check on a Westbrook purchase: CHFA limits, the flood map, coastal flood zones and private wells & septic.
First-time buyer programs in Westbrook
CHFA sets Westbrook's income and price limits for Middlesex County. We check them with you before you shop.
See CHFA's limits mapCheck the flood zone first
Westbrook sits directly on Long Island Sound where the Connecticut River meets the shore, so shoreline neighborhoods and land along the Patchogue River and Menunketesuck River fall in FEMA flood zones. We check FEMA's map before you offer.
FEMA's flood map for WestbrookFlood insurance on the shoreline
Because Westbrook borders Long Island Sound and its tidal rivers, homes near the water are more likely to sit in a FEMA-mapped flood zone, which can require flood insurance for a mortgage. We check the flood map before you make an offer.
Water and sewer vary by neighborhood
Water service in Westbrook is a mix of Connecticut Water Company customers and private wells, and coverage isn't uniform across town, so it's worth confirming the water source and septic status for any specific property.
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 Westbrook?
Send us a Westbrook address and we'll run the numbers, taxes included.
Moving to Westbrook: utilities, trash and town offices
Who to call in Westbrook: Eversource for power.
- ElectricEversource
- WaterConnecticut Water Company in parts of town; other properties use private wells
- Trash and recyclingWestbrook does not run municipal curbside trash collection; residents contract with a private hauler. The town-run transfer station takes recycling and certain other items but not household garbage.
Westbrook Transfer Station
154 McVeagh Road, Westbrook, CT 06498
Transfer station detailsTown offices and contacts
Westbrook Town Hall is at 866 Boston Post Road, Westbrook, CT 06498. Hours: Monday–Wednesday 9 a.m.–4 p.m., Thursday 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.–noon. Main line: 860-399-3040. Each link opens that office's page on the town's website.
- Town HallMain line and town website860-399-3040
- Town ClerkLand records, vital records and voter registration860-399-3044
- AssessorProperty values and assessments860-399-3016
- Tax CollectorProperty tax billing and payment860-399-3043
- Public WorksRoads, transfer station and town facilities
- Westbrook Public LibraryPublic library860-399-6422
- Westbrook Public SchoolsThe town's public school district
Westbrook, CT FAQ: taxes, prices and town services
The short answers. Call or text us for the long ones.
What is the mill rate in Westbrook, CT?
Westbrook's 2026–27 mill rate is 23.25, which is $23.25 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 23.25 mills.
How much are property taxes on a $500,000 home in Westbrook?
Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of appraised value, so a $500,000 home would be assessed at about $350,000. At 23.25 mills that's about $8,138 a year, or about $678 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 Westbrook, CT?
In the 12 months from October 2024 through September 2025, the median single-family sale in Westbrook was $607,500 across 70 sales, compared with $515,000 the year before. The median condo sale was $537,000 across 22 sales.
When is Westbrook's next revaluation?
Westbrook's next revaluation takes effect October 1, 2026, on the state's schedule. The new assessments first show up on the tax bills due in July 2027.
What county is Westbrook in?
Westbrook is in Middlesex County, in the Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region.
What ZIP code does Westbrook use?
Westbrook uses ZIP code 06498.
Is there curbside trash pickup in Westbrook?
No. Westbrook does not provide municipal trash collection; residents arrange service with a private hauler. The town transfer station on McVeagh Road handles recycling and certain other materials but not household garbage.
How do I get to New Haven or Hartford from Westbrook?
New Haven is about 27 miles away, roughly a 30-minute drive via I-95. Hartford is about 42 miles away by road.
Is there train service in Westbrook?
Yes. Westbrook station serves the Shore Line East commuter rail line.
When are property taxes due in Westbrook?
Connecticut towns generally bill property taxes with installments due July 1 and January 1; check with the Westbrook Tax Collector for the current schedule.
Towns near Westbrook
Neighbors of Westbrook in Middlesex County and nearby. All Middlesex 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 Westbrook sales recorded October 1 to September 30, leaving out sales the town flagged as non-market.
- Westbrook, Connecticut - Wikipedia: en.wikipedia.org
- Town of Westbrook, CT official website: westbrookct.us
- Westbrook Town Clerk's Office: westbrookct.us
- Westbrook Assessor: westbrookct.us
- Westbrook Tax Collector: westbrookct.us
- Westbrook Public Works / Transfer Station: westbrookct.us
- Westbrook Public Library: westbrooklibrary.lioninc.org
- Bill's Seafood Restaurant: billsseafood.com
- Water's Edge Resort & Spa: watersedgeresortandspa.com
- Stewart B. McKinney National Wildlife Refuge: fws.gov
- Distance Westbrook, CT to New Haven, CT: distance-cities.com
- Wikimedia Commons: Trolley Road, Westbrook, CT.JPG: commons.wikimedia.org
- Walkability: Walk Score®, Bike Score® and Transit Score®, provided live by Walk Score.
- Checked September 25, 2026.