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Waterbury, CT

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The Brass City blends a rich history with college-town vibrancy

Historic Diverse Scenic Riverside Commuter

Situated about 30 miles southwest of Hartford, Waterbury is one of the largest cities in the state, touting a rich past as an industrial center. Waterbury was once the center of the American brass manufacturing industry, earning the city the nickname “the Brass City.”

Today, Waterbury is home to several colleges, including Post University and branch campuses for the University of Connecticut, University of Bridgeport, and Western Connecticut State University. The combined student population and collegiate resources contribute to the local culture, from ongoing lectures and events to numerous nightlife and entertainment venues scattered throughout town.

Waterbury also contains a slew of diverse art and history museums packed with fascinating exhibits. The city boasts beautiful historic architecture on a grand scale, particularly landmark structures like St. Anne’s Church, Union Station, and the buildings surrounding Waterbury Green.

Waterbury offers plenty of options for outdoor recreation at local venues like Fulton Park and Hamilton Park, in addition to several nearby golf courses and country clubs. The Naugatuck and Mad Rivers also run through Waterbury, providing great opportunities for fishing and scenic backdrops for hiking. Commuting and traveling from Waterbury is simple with convenience to Interstate 84 and Route 8.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Waterbury, CT is $909 for a studio, $1,100 for one bedroom, $1,410 for two bedrooms, and $1,479 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Waterbury has increased by 2.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,100/month
701 Sq Ft
House
$1,833/month
627 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,717/month
300 Sq Ft
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Transportation

61

Somewhat Walkable

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You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

40

Some Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

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

33

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

Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School

Public

Grades PK-5

614 Students

5
out of 10

Washington School

Public

Grades PK-5

296 Students

5
out of 10

Maloney Interdistrict Magnet School

Public

Grades PK-5

596 Students

4
out of 10

Bunker Hill School

Public

Grades PK-5

468 Students

4
out of 10

Regan School

Public

Grades PK-5

246 Students

4
out of 10

Waterbury Arts Magnet School (High)

Public

Grades 6-12

821 Students

6
out of 10

Aces at Chase

Public

Grades 6-8

671 Students

4
out of 10

West Side Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

817 Students

3
out of 10

North End Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

692 Students

3
out of 10

Wendell L. Cross School

Public

Grades PK-7

551 Students

3
out of 10

Waterbury Arts Magnet School (High)

Public

Grades 6-12

821 Students

6
out of 10

John F. Kennedy High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,297 Students

2
out of 10

Crosby High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,400 Students

1
out of 10

Wilby High School

Public

Grades 9-12

1,157 Students

1
out of 10

Enlightenment School

Public

Grades 6-12

168 Students

Rating Unavailable

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Hop Brook Lake
  • Environmental Learning Centers of Connecticut
  • Mount Southington
  • Black Rock State Park
  • Railroad Museum of New England

Airports

  • Tweed/New Haven
  • Bradley International

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