New Haven metro, CT relocation guide
Moving to Guilford, CT
$800,000Median listing price
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About Guilford
Guilford is the shoreline town people picture when they picture coastal Connecticut: a postcard town green ringed by 17th- and 18th-century homes, the Henry Whitfield House (1639, the oldest stone house in New England), and a harbor that still works. Housing runs from historic colonials near the green to waterfront estates, with prices among the region's highest.
Home prices in Guilford
The median listing price in Guilford is $800,000.
Top places in Guilford
- The Guilford Green — one of New England's most photographed town greens (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Henry Whitfield State Museum — 1639 stone house, the oldest in New England.
- Jacobs Beach and Lake Quonnipaug — town beach and lake swimming.
- The harbor and Faulkner's Island — boat tours to the lighthouse.
- Downtown Guilford — galleries, bookshops, and dining around the green.
Commuting from Guilford
- Approximate drive to downtown New Haven: ~25–30 minutes (approximate; via I-95).
- Shore Line East from Guilford station to New Haven Union Station: about 20 minutes (approximate; weekday service — verify current CTrail timetable).
- NYC access via New Haven Union Station (Metro-North ~2 hours to Grand Central, approximate).
- Approximate drive to Midtown Manhattan: ~2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes (approximate; highly traffic-dependent).
Schools in Guilford
Public schools: Guilford Public Schools. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Guilford FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Guilford, CT?
The median listing price in Guilford is $800,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Guilford, CT?
Approximate drive to downtown New Haven: ~25–30 minutes (approximate; via I-95). - Which school district serves Guilford, CT?
Guilford is served by Guilford Public Schools. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Town government
Schools
Official town resources. School report cards via the Connecticut State Department of Education.