Welcome to Easton

Known as the Christmas Tree Capital of Connecticut, Easton is a delightful enclave with a peaceful country feel and easy access to neighboring amenities. With more than 20 working farms and much of the land protected from development, the town's 27 verdant square miles offer a "Vermont in Fairfield County" ambiance to just 7,600 residents.

Key Details

Attributes

country, farmland, quiet, residential, friendly, reservoirs, preserves

LOCATED IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY, CT

Commute Times
Grand Central 1hr. 50min. by train, 1hr. 25min. by car
LGA 60m. by car
Westchester County Airport 40m. by car
Boundaries
East to West Trumble to Weston
North to South Redding to Fairfield
Nearby Neighborhoods Weston; Redding; Trumble

Around the Block

Easton:
Abundant under-the-radar charm

You'll feel like you've stepped into a Hallmark holiday special in serene Easton, where you'll find plenty of gorgeous open space but not a single train station, large store, multi-family dwelling or dinner restaurant. Once a small mill town, Easton boasts a web of lovely streams that wind through lush foliage to fill four picturesque reservoirs. Filled with nearly two dozen small farms and acres of protected land, this jewel of Fairfield County is much like it was when it was incorporated in 1845.

Neighborhood Block

What to expect:
Peaceful farmland surroundings with plenty of visitors during fall and winter.

Residents come to Easton to embrace a relaxed, away-from-it-all lifestyle rooted in a deep appreciation for the land. Visitors are drawn to Easton, especially during fall and winter, for its pastoral beauty, changing leaves and a bounty of pumpkins, apples and Christmas trees. With no train station or business district of its own, commuters typically head to the nearby Fairfield Train Station while shoppers head to Fairfield or Trumbull.

Neighborhood Block Neighborhood Block

The lifestyle:
An outdoor lover's oasis for farming, gardening or recreation.

To live in Easton is to feel a strong connection with nature. Residents take advantage of the local surroundings with hiking, biking and horseback riding. Birdwatchers and photographers will be drawn to the surrounding reservoirs and preserves, while golfers have several public and private courses to choose from.

Neighborhood Block
Neighborhood Block Neighborhood Block

Unexpected appeal:
Small-town gathering spots bring neighbors and newcomers together.

Easton townspeople gather and enjoy each other's company in well-loved local businesses, including Olde Bluebird Inn and charming Greiser's Coffee and Market, where they're greeted by name. The Easton Arts Council holds regular art and photo contests, and the Easton Fireman's Carnival held in late August has been a local favorite for over 80 years. An active community center, library and award-winning schools complete the friendly New England town.

Neighborhood Block
Neighborhood Block Neighborhood Block

The market:
Competitive market with only single-family homes and strict zoning.

A limited number of single-family homes keeps the Easton housing market strongly competitive. Strict zoning restrictions dictate one-acre lots in Lower Easton, while Upper Easton enforces three-acre zoning. Homes range from modest ranches and luxurious colonials to farm properties and large parcels available for new construction.

Neighborhood Block Neighborhood Block

You'll fall in love with:
The wealth of farm-fresh products available right outside your door.

Experience exquisite farm-to-table dining in your own home thanks to the 20 local farms. At 103-year-old Silverman's Farm, the market is filled with fruits, vegetables, dairy, jams, jellies and condiments. Enjoy fresh milk, eggs and meat from Shaggy Coos Farms' honor system stand, or head to Sport Hill Farm for eggs, events and nearly a hundred varieties of non-GMO, sustainable produce.

Neighborhood Block
Neighborhood Block Neighborhood Block