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Durham, CT

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A rural community just minutes from two of Connecticut’s biggest cities.

Commuter Suburb Rural Outdoors Hunting

Tucked amidst the rolling hills and pastures between Hartford and New Haven (the drive is around thirty minutes to each), Durham is a picture-perfect New England small town. The pastoral setting should appeal to folks seeking a quiet place to rent, even if they work in the larger cities nearby.

Durham is known state-wide for the annual Durham Fair, a century-old tradition that draws huge crowds for concerts, rides, and food every fall. The area is full of large nature preserves ripe for hiking, camping, and hunting. Sooner or later, you’re sure to run into someone you know at the Durham Dari Serv, a local favorite.

Transportation

25

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

20

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Frederick Brewster School

Public

Grades PK-2

235 Students

Rating Unavailable

Francis E. Korn School

Public

Grades 3-4

141 Students

Rating Unavailable

Frank Ward Strong School

Public

Grades 6-8

308 Students

7
out of 10

Coginchaug Regional High School

Public

Grades 9-12

384 Students

8
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Millers Pond State Park
  • Wadsworth Falls State Park
  • Powder Ridge Ski Area
  • Van Vleck Observatory
  • Kidcity Children's Museum

Airports

  • Tweed/New Haven
  • Bradley International

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