Booming Connecticut Markets

2020 was a record-setting year for the Connecticut housing market. In addition to low inventory and rising home values, more homes were sold in most Connecticut than in previous years, with new residents coming to the state. 

But which towns saw the most activity? Take a look below!

Homes Sold in 2020

Out of 169 towns where data was collected, 143 had more sales in 2020 than 2019. Here are the top 10 towns with the highest number of sales in 2020, according to SmartMLS data:

  1. Fairfield: 1,089
  2. Stamford: 943
  3. Waterbuy: 941
  4. West Hartford: 914
  5. Norwalk: 829
  6. Bristol: 797
  7. Stratford: 761
  8. Hamden: 712
  9. Bridgeport: 702
  10. Milford: 665

Percent Change

Here are the top 10 towns with the greatest percentage change in sales from 2019 to 2020:

  1. Warren: 213%
  2. Salisbury: 160%
  3. Colebrook: 120%
  4. Bridgewater: 106%
  5. Norfolk: 106%
  6. Ashford: 98%
  7. Washington: 92%
  8. Roxbury: 87%
  9. Weston: 82%
  10. Westport: 79%

This year, the housing market is expected to remain strong. If you have questions about buying or selling, contact us!