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Norwalk, CT

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A vibrant town on the historic Connecticut shore.

Coastal Waterfront Arts Outdoor Fun

More so than many of its neighboring communities, the city of Norwalk is all about the coastal lifestyle. The famous Norwalk Islands sit just offshore in Long Island sound, providing a popular area for kayaking, fishing, clamming, and bird-watching (if you’re lucky, you may even spot some deer or seals). For nature lovers preferring more accessible encounters, the Maritime Aquarium at Norwalk is a crowd pleaser and attracts visitors from all over New England.

Norwalk’s charm comes in large part from the many historic houses and buildings, including lighthouses dating back as far as the 1820s. The city celebrates its history as an oyster-farming community with the annual Norwalk Oyster Festival, which regularly draws national touring musicians as part of its entertainment lineup. In recent years, Norwalk has also supported more public art initiatives, resulting in many murals popping up around the city and a renewed focus on community involvement in the arts.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Norwalk, CT is $1,984 for a studio, $2,336 for one bedroom, $3,034 for two bedrooms, and $3,509 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Norwalk has increased by 1.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,336/month
772 Sq Ft
House
$8,535/month
111 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,499/month
178 Sq Ft
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Transportation

72

Very Walkable

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If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

47

Some Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

48

Somewhat Bikeable

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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

Rowayton School

Public

Grades K-5

468 Students

6
out of 10

Columbus Magnet School

Public

Grades K-8

320 Students

6
out of 10

Jefferson Magnet School

Public

Grades K-5

425 Students

5
out of 10

Cranbury Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

419 Students

5
out of 10

Naramake Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

365 Students

5
out of 10

Columbus Magnet School

Public

Grades K-8

320 Students

6
out of 10

West Rocks Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

700 Students

5
out of 10

Nathan Hale Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

545 Students

5
out of 10

Roton Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

494 Students

4
out of 10

Ponus Ridge Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

644 Students

3
out of 10

Brien Mcmahon High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,711 Students

3
out of 10

Norwalk High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,484 Students

3
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • The Maritime Aquarium
  • Stepping Stones Museum for Children
  • Darien Nature Center
  • Earthplace
  • SoundWaters

Airports

  • Westchester County
  • Long Island MacArthur

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