Homes for Sale in Manchester, CT
One of Central Connecticut's largest towns, Manchester offers a diverse housing market from historic homes to newer subdivisions, with walkable downtown amenities, strong commuter access, and a wide range of price points and home styles.
Homes We've Sold in Manchester
A sample of homes Boynton Realty has listed and closed in Manchester, CT.
151 Longview Drive
Manchester, CT 06040
49 Cliffside Drive
Manchester, CT 06042
74 Janice Drive
Manchester, CT 06040
Living in Manchester
Manchester is the largest and most internally varied market we work in, about 27 square miles, fully suburban, running from the Hockanum River lowlands up to Case Mountain. It has a genuine downtown, extensive postwar neighborhoods, and one of the largest retail concentrations in New England on its northern edge.
Neighborhoods and villages
- Buckland
- Manchester Green
- Highland Park
- Hilliardville
- Lydallville
- Oakland
These names carry real meaning in listings: the Buckland area on the north side and the Main Street/Cheney district south of it are very different markets.
The housing stock
The oldest and densest stock along the I-84 corridor: about 20% of Manchester homes were built before 1940 and another 27% between 1940 and 1959. Single-family detached houses make up roughly 46% of units, with substantial townhouse and condominium inventory, two-family houses, and large apartment buildings. Practically, that means single-family, condo, and multi-family are three separate markets here with their own buyers.
Getting around
The best-connected town we serve: I-84, I-384 and I-291 all touch Manchester, along with Routes 6, 44 and 83. Hartford is about 10 miles (roughly 15 minutes without traffic) and UConn Storrs around 17 miles.
Drive times are approximate and assume light traffic.
Water and sewer
Manchester runs its own municipal water and sewer department, blending seven surface reservoirs with active groundwater wells and treating at the Globe Hollow plant. It also supplies parts of Glastonbury, Vernon and South Windsor. Most of the developed town is served.
Service varies by address — always confirm for a specific property.
Around town
- The Shoppes at Buckland Hills and surrounding retail: over 3 million square feet of shops and services
- Charter Oak Greenway, linking toward Bolton Notch and the wider East Coast Greenway
- Wickham Park: 280 acres of gardens, ponds and fields
- Case Mountain trails
Worth knowing
Manchester is "Silk City." Cheney Brothers, founded in 1838, became one of the largest silk manufacturers in the country and the only mill in the world taking silk from raw fiber to finished cloth. The Cheney Brothers Historic District (275-plus mill buildings, workers' houses, churches and family mansions) is a National Historic Landmark district.
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Property taxes in Manchester
FY2026–27, set on the October 1, 2025 grand list.
Connecticut assesses property at 70% of market value as of the town's last revaluation — Manchester's was the 2021 grand list, so the figure above is illustrative rather than a quote for any specific home. Motor vehicles are taxed at the statewide cap of 32.46 mills here. The Downtown Special Services District adds 4.18 mills (45.18 total), a small commercial district, not most residential addresses. Since the Eighth Utilities District and South Fire merged, there are no longer separate fire district rates. Revalues for the 10/1/2026 grand list.
Compare Manchesterwith every nearby town →“This has been an extremely competitive market for buyers, and Kristyn did a fantastic job representing us. When we got to the point of making an offer, it was on a house with a huge amount of interest and had several offers in just a couple of days. Kristyn did an amazing job taking us through the negotiation, working hard to get our offer accepted, and giving us invaluable advice all the way through. I can guarantee we would not be living in our fantastic home without Kristyn. Hire her, you will not be disappointed.”
Manchester Real Estate FAQs
What is the property tax rate in Manchester, CT?
Manchester's mill rate is 41.00 for FY2026–27, set on the October 1, 2025 grand list. Connecticut assesses property at 70% of market value, so a home assessed on a $350,000 basis would owe roughly $10,045 a year. Assessments reflect the town's last revaluation rather than today's market, so check the specific property's assessment for an exact figure.
Can Boynton Realty help me buy or sell a home in Manchester, CT?
Yes. Boynton Realty is a local Central Connecticut brokerage serving Manchester and the surrounding communities. Whether you're buying your first home or selling, Kristyn and the team can guide you — call (860) 798-2103 or request a free home valuation.
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