Why Live in Norfolk
Norfolk is a small-town community known for its appreciation of the arts and scenic beauty. Locals pronounce it “Nor-Fork,” and the town center features historic 1800s buildings and churches, adding charm to the area. Norfolk is home to the Yale University Summer School of Music and Art, hosting events like the Norfolk Chamber Music Festival and the Yale Norfolk School of Art Lecture Series. Residents enjoy Friday Nights on the Green for live music and art shows. The town is famously cold, earning the nickname "Icebox of Connecticut," with frigid winters due to its high elevation. Haystack Mountain and Dennis Hill State Park offer hiking trails and observation towers with views of Massachusetts, New York, and Vermont. Housing options range from mid-20th-century ranch-style homes to luxurious estates with mountain and lake views. The Norfolk Pub and Icebox Café are popular local spots, though most businesses close by midafternoon. For larger retailers and grocery stores, residents travel to nearby Canaan and Winsted. Students attend Northwestern Regional Middle School and Northwestern Regional High School, both well-rated. U.S. Route 44 connects Norfolk to Hartford, 35 miles away, and Bradley International Airport, 33 miles away.
Home Trends in Norfolk, CT
On average, homes in Norfolk, CT sell after 105 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Norfolk, CT over the last 12 months is $340,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$340,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$465,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$126,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$371
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
15
Median List Price
$449,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%