Wallingford
Choate, Charm, and Central Connecticut
$365,000
Median Home
B+
Schools
29.91
Mill Rate
125 min
NYC Commute
Living in Wallingford
Wallingford is home to the historic Choate Rosemary Hall preparatory school and offers a traditional New England town center, strong public schools, and a mix of historic and modern neighborhoods. Its central location provides equal access to Hartford and New Haven.
Highlights
- Choate Rosemary Hall — historic prep school campus
- Traditional Main Street and the Wallingford Center district
- Strong public school system
- Central CT location — equal drive to Hartford and New Haven
- Affordable compared to Fairfield County
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Homes for Sale in Wallingford
What Buyers Love About Wallingford
- Strong sense of town tradition and history
- Family-friendly with strong recreation programs
- Diverse housing — colonials, capes, ranches
- Easy Route 5 and I-91 access
- Lower price point than Cheshire or Madison
Wallingford, Connecticut
Wallingford at a Glance
44,000
Population
$365,000
Median Home
29.91
Mill Rate
B+
School Rating
125 min
NYC Commute
Schools
| School | Type | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sheehan High School | Public | B+ |
| Lyman Hall High School | Public | B+ |
| Choate Rosemary Hall | Private | A+ |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's Wallingford CT known for?
Wallingford is best known as the home of Choate Rosemary Hall, the prestigious boarding school. The town itself has a historic Main Street, traditional New England character, and strong public schools.