Guilford
A historic shoreline town built around one of New England’s great town greens, with colonial homes, farms, and the shore.
- Area
- Shoreline
- Setting
- Shoreline, Suburban
- Price range
- $300K–$500K for entry options; typical homes $500K–$750K
- Often a fit for
- Families, Downsizers
What people love
- The Guilford Green, shops, and seasonal events
- Historic homes, including the Henry Whitfield House
- Shoreline, farms, and preserves in one town
Good to know
- Historic homes need specialized inspections
- Flood zones near the shore
- About 25 minutes to New Haven
Getting around
I-95 and Route 1; Shore Line East stops in Guilford.
Schools
Guilford Public Schools, including Guilford High School. Ask Joe for the latest school information, or check the Connecticut EdSight data portal.
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Also worth a look
- West HavenA shoreline city next door to New Haven, with a long beach and boardwalk, its own Metro-North station, and some of the best value on the water.
- East HavenA shoreline town just east of New Haven with beach neighborhoods, single-family homes, and generally lower price points.
- BranfordA lively shoreline town with a classic green, the village of Stony Creek, and boat tours out to the Thimble Islands.
- MadisonAn upscale shoreline town with a walkable downtown, private beach associations, and Hammonasset Beach State Park.
Price ranges are general guidance for typical homes, not appraisals. For current SmartMLS sales data in Guilford, ask Joe or browse active listings.