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Deep River has a charming, small town feel.
Charming and accessible
With just over 1,000 homes, Deep River is a small New England town on the Connecticut River where the possibility of running into a familiar face is very likely and welcome. “It’s a nice little town where you can encounter neighbors just by sitting on a park bench,” says Greg Hanner, Realtor and broker/owner of Garden Realty, who’s been involved in Connecticut real estate for 35 years, some as a custom builder. “It’s also less expensive than neighboring towns, with more housing options for homebuyers on a budget and more socioeconomic diversity.” With condos available and starter homes under $300,000, Deep River offers a range of choices for people attracted to small-town coastal living.
Community-centered businesses
Most restaurants in Deep River Center, the area's downtown district, are small local shops that have become a community staple. The Whistle Stop Café on Main Street has continuously served breakfast and lunch since it opened in 1938. The Nest Coffee House down the street is a nonprofit that employs adults with developmental challenges. A few minutes north, High Nine Brewing is a popular brewery with a patio, perfect for meeting friends on warm nights. Deep River’s hardware store is a small family-owned business and a good place to pick up gardening tools. For anyone hungry and short on funds, Bennett Books, a small indie bookshop across the street, offers their “Freedge,” a community refrigerator stocked with food for anyone who needs it.
Stop and grab a coffee Deep River's own The Nest.
Deep River’s Hardware is a small family-owned business and a good place to visit in CT.
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Residents enjoy outdoor activities in Deep River, CT.
Fifes and fairs
Deep River is well known for its annual Ancient Deep River Muster Parade, the country's oldest and largest gathering of fife and drum enthusiasts, held on the third Saturday of July along Main Street. On Saturdays in summer, the Deep River Farmers Market is held across from the horseshoe courts on Church Street, and residents can catch the weekly summer concert series at the town green or Deep River Landing.
Housing options are many
Homes closest to downtown in Deep River include antique Colonials, some built before 1800. Lovingly preserved and updated with modern conveniences, these homes often feature wide board floors, period hearths and new granite countertops. Newer houses farther from the town center include raised ranches and Cape Cods. Buyers can expect to pay between $250,000 and $650,000 for a single-family home here. One- and two-bedroom condominiums are priced between $100,000 and $275,000. “You have more diversity in housing stock in Deep River, especially if you want to live near a coastal community but don’t have the budget for it,” Hanner says. “You’re only 15 miles from Clinton, Madison and Guilford, without the higher cost of living in those towns.”
This cute, small home resides in Deep River.
Deep River is chock full of beautiful homes.
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Regional District 4 schools
The schools that serve the area include Deep River Elementary, which received an A from Nice and offers a low 9-to-1 student-teacher ratio, which promotes personalized attention. John Winthrop Middle scored a B, and Valley Regional High a B-plus. Niche ranks all the schools in the district among the top 10 in Middlesex County.
Deep River Elementary serves students grades K through 5.
John Winthrop Middle School has a rating of B on Niche.
Valley Regional High School serves students grades 9 through 12
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For water and land lovers
Hidden behind Eustasia Island on the Connecticut River, the Deep River Marina offers well-maintained docks, wet slips and amenities, such as a pool and a picnic area, to meet the needs of its customers. Canfield Woods, south of town, is a 300-acre nature preserve with several trails and streams amid oak, hickory and birch trees, perfect for a day of hiking and catching glimpses of deer and hawks. For ball players, Devitt Field and Plattwood Park each feature baseball fields.
There is a marina in Deep River to park your boat at.
Devitt Field in Deep River, CT, where the love for baseball intertwined.
Plattwood Park has a playground where children can laugh and enjoy themselves in CT.
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River Valley Transit provides several transportation services in Deep River, CT.
Public transit and highways
River Valley Transit provides several transportation services, including on-demand rides, to Deep River residents. The town is about 30 miles from New Haven via Route 80 or Interstate 95. Hartford is 35 miles north on Route 9.
Deep River neighborhood exudes a charming ambiance in CT.
Flooding a consideration
With so many low-lying areas, creeks and the Connecticut River on the edge of town, Deep River experiences flooding during heavy rains. When purchasing a home in this area, homebuyers are encouraged to inquire if flood insurance is necessary and to figure that into the total cost of living.
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Parks in this Area
Selden Neck State Park
Canfield Woods
Picnic Area
Trails
Parking Lot
Devitt Field
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Plattwood Park
Baseball/Softball
Lake
Skateboard
Gillette Castle State Park
Camping
Picnic Area
Trails
North Quarter Park
Disc Golf
Playground
Parking Lot
Transit
Airport
Tweed/New Haven
41 min drive
Bus
Main St & Winter Ave
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Main St & Kelsey Hill Rd
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Main St & Crescent St
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Main St & Rattling Valley Rd
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Main St & Village St
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Main St & Kirtland St
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Main St & Adam's Market Deep River
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Deep River
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Deep River, CT sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Deep River, CT over the last 12 months is $510,894, up 39% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
8 Read Street, Deep River, CT ~ Brand-New, Never-Lived-In Cape - The Perfect Blend of Warmth & Modern Elegance. Welcome to this stunning 2025-built home, offering the best of Deep River's charm with contemporary design and comfort. This pristine home features 3 bdrm, 2.5 bath with rich Red Oak hardwood floors, an expansive living room with sliders to a private deck, and a spacious kitchen-ideal
This is a beautifully treed large tract ideally suited for those looking to build their dream home with plenty of privacy and room to roam. Create your own idyll of country living, whether it is chickens and gardens and ponies, or pool and pool house or studio, or some of it all, or keep it simply natural. Let your imagination drive you. All personal property will be removed prior to closing.
Great opportunity in the quaint town of Deep River! A gorgeous remodeled kitchen blends seamlessly with the charm of this 1823 Cape. The kitchen features a cathedral ceiling, quartz countertops, large island and stainless steel appliances. The spacious family room has a wood burning fireplace, built in shelving and hardwood floors. An adjacent room serves as a convenient in-home office but has
EXCITING NEWS, ARV has increased to $1.7 MILLION!!! We met with the town's building inspector and fire marshal for an on-site assessment, and they have expressed interest in seeing the 3rd Floor "Penthouse" get developed into rentable living space. The town needs about 30 days from application and submission of site plans to review the addition for approval. Pre-existing zoning regulations have
Beautiful home located at the most amazing location right on Star Lake! This home features new appliances and is ready for new occupants. This 2 bedroom features 50 feet of Lake Star frontage and it is perfect for kayaks and fishing! Apply online and get the chance to live right next to beautiful nature.
Welcome to historic Piano Works! Annual rent-partially furnished! Chic and sophisticated two bedroom two bath townhouse style condo in superior Main Street Village location! Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, The Piano Works building was originally a piano factory built in the 1880's and converted to condos in the 1980's. Located in the heart of Deep River, walk to shops,
Village View Apartment Homes where you can expect a touch of style. Beautiful newly renovated 2 bedroom energy efficient apartment homes come with hardwood flooring, open kitchens with an island, and plenty of storage. After returning home to our quiet community you can take a short walk into charming Deep River town center for great food and entertainment, or hike one of the local nature trails
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,963
Median Age
50
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
18.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$90,857
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$112,032
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.3%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
43.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
51''
Average Winter Low Temperature
21°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
35''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
8/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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