Why Live in Monroe
Monroe, in Fairfield County, offers a blend of suburban and rural living with homes on nature-filled streets extending into the countryside. The neighborhood features a variety of residential properties, including single-family homes, adult communities, and condos, with styles like Colonial, Cape Cod, traditional, split-level, and ranch. Monroe's town center along Monroe Turnpike includes amenities such as the town hall, Edith Wheeler Memorial Library, and the Monroe Volunteer Fire Department. The area is known for its highly rated schools, including Monroe Elementary, Fawn Hollow Elementary, Stepney Elementary School, Jockey Hollow Middle School, and Masuk High School, all recognized for academic excellence. Monroe has a low crime rate, making it safer than the national average.
For those seeking things to do, Monroe offers recreational options like Wolfe Park, which spans 360 acres and includes hiking trails, Great Hollow Lake, playgrounds, tennis courts, and baseball fields. Webb Mountain Park features a nature center, camping sites, and scenic hiking trails. Dining options include Bill’s Drive-In, Country Pizza & Restaurant, and Monroe Diner. The Monroe Plaza Shopping Center provides grocery shopping at Stop & Shop, with Angelo’s Specialties nearby.
Monroe hosts annual festivals on the Town Green, including the Strawberry Festival and St. Jude Church's Italian festival. The Monroe Farmers’ Market, held every Friday from June through October, was voted the No. 1 Farmers’ Market in Connecticut in 2023. Public transportation is available via Greater Bridgeport Transit’s Route 19X, and major thoroughfares like Route 25 connect residents to I-95 and Merritt Parkway, making it easy to reach Bridgeport's downtown area, approximately 12 miles away.
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