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Small Connecticut town near New Haven
With its well-rated schools, nature preserves and quiet subdivisions, Orange — named after a Dutch prince, not the fruit — attracts many Connecticut families looking to settle down. The suburban town of 14,000 people is located just west of New Haven. “It’s small enough that you know everyone,” says Realtor Maribeth Lightowler, whose family has lived in Orange for 35-plus years. “If a family is in need, people reach out to help.” With dozens of retailers along Boston Post Road, New Haven 7 miles away and New York City 75 miles southwest, there are many cultural and employment opportunities nearby. “I’ve sold homes to my friend's children, and now they want to raise their children in Orange,” Lightowler says. “It’s not unusual to see multigenerational families here.”
Orange has houses of worship that include stunning architectural design.
Orange sits high above the Housatonic River and offers outstanding views.
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Classic suburban styles in spacious subdivisions
Most properties in Orange are single-family homes in spread-out subdivisions with wooded lots. “There are quiet neighborhoods in Orange where kids can ride their bikes down the street, and people walk their dogs, waving to neighbors,” Lightowler says. Most homes were built in the second half of the 20th century, though a few were constructed after 2000. Ranch-style houses, Cape Cods and bi-levels are common. The median home price is about $560,000, higher than the national figure and also above the medians for neighboring towns like Milford and West Haven. However, prices start as low as $250,000 for condo units or cottages, while contemporary builds with over 4,000 square feet of living space can sell for more than $1 million.
Orange offers many home styles with available porches and large lots.
Larger homes in Orange are tucked away and surrounded by stunning greenery.
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Highly rated local school systems and a University of New Haven campus
The Orange School District has an A-minus grade from Niche. Public-school students in Orange attend the Mary L. Tracy School for pre-K and kindergarten before continuing to one of the town’s three elementary schools. After sixth grade, children will advance to the Amity Regional School District, which has an A grade from Niche. Most kids are zoned for Amity Middle School-Orange and Amity Regional High School, which is about 5 miles north. The University of New Haven has a campus in Orange, and the main campus is about 4 miles away in West Haven. Other schools, including Yale University and Southern Connecticut State University, are nearby in New Haven.
Amity Middle School: Orange has 355 students in grades 7-8.
Check out the Amity Regional High School at 25 Newton Rd, Woodbridge, CT 06525.
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Operational farms and preserved land like the Racebrook Tract
Natural areas and farmland weave through Orange’s suburban landscape. Locals can taste seasonal ice cream flavors at Maple View Farm Ice Cream and purchase organic produce and homemade goods at the Orange Farmers Market on Thursdays. For outdoor recreation, the Orange Triangle Trail along the Wepawaug River connects hikers to the Kowal Nature Preserve, the Whitney Tract and Wepawaug Conservation Area. On the northern side of town, the Racebrook Tract has over 400 acres of hardwood and white pine forests with almost 4 miles of trails following local creeks. Just next to the tract is the private Race Brook Country Club, which has served its members for over 100 years. Facilities include 27 holes of golf, a practice green and a driving range. Orange is in southern Connecticut, which experiences humid summers and moderately cold summers. Snow is sporadic, with 16 inches of average annual snowfall.
Race Brook Country Club in Orange offers golfing on luxurious courses.
The Farmer's Market in Orange takes place at the community center.
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The Orange Center Historic District holds community events
The Orange Historic District displays this town’s 19th-century roots. The Orange Congregational Church, constructed in 1810, borders the town green, and the nearby Stone-Otis House has been converted into a local history museum. The town green is also the center of Orange’s events. “The city has a parade at Christmastime where everybody decorates their tractors, and you wouldn’t believe how many people show up to that,” Lightowler says. She notes that the town’s volunteer fire department is also actively involved with local celebrations, including an annual carnival and a haunted house. "At Christmas, they decorate their truck, and Santa rides on top of it while the sirens go,” Lightowler says. Just down Orange Center Road, High Plains Community Center hosts the Orange County Fair each September, with truck pulls and pig races.
The historical district in Orange is steeped in American history.
The Orange Country Fairgrounds host annual events all year long.
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Dozens of retailers along Boston Post Road
Boston Post Road is lined with restaurants and retailers stretching from New Haven to Milford. In Orange, the selection of stores includes Target and The Home Depot, and continuing down the road to Milford takes drivers to Costco and Whole Foods. New Haven-style pizza and Italian food are popular options, but chain and local restaurants serve everything from Chinese cuisine to Southern barbecue along this stretch. Orange continues to see new development along this corridor, including a FedEx Freight Distribution Center and more industry. Orange’s Conservation Commission is working on developing a new town plan for 2025 with feedback from residents, including ideas for sustainable growth and land conservation.
Trader Joe's in Orange is always a town favorite, offering groceries at great prices.
Orange shoppers who demand larger grocery runs can visit Costco.
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Getting to New York City and nearby employers in New Haven
Nearby, New Haven is home to major employers, including Yale University, Yale New Haven Hospital and several biotechnology companies. West Haven also has a VA hospital just east of Orange. Interstate 95 takes drivers to New Haven in under 20 minutes or New York City in under 2 hours. However, commuters headed to New York can take a Metro-North train into the city and avoid the traffic. Parking is available at the Milford or West Haven train stations, with travel into New York City via the New Haven Line. Riders can also connect to major hub airports like John F. Kennedy International and LaGuardia, though the smaller Tweed New Haven Airport offers domestic flights closer to home.
Lowest number of crimes since 2021
Orange has a CAP Index crime score of 2, meaning the crime risk is lower compared to the national average of 4. In 2024, the Orange Police Department reported a total of 550 crimes, including 69 violent crimes and 481 property crimes. This was the lowest number of crimes reported since 2021, and of the total property crimes reported, 452 of them were larceny related.
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On average, homes in Orange, CT sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Orange, CT over the last 12 months is $641,250, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
A beautifully preserved 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offering 2,646 sq ft of character-rich living space on a picturesque 0.72-acre lot surrounded by mature trees in one of Orange's most coveted addresses. Built in 1920 and thoughtfully maintained, this home presents as four bedrooms with a dedicated main-floor office, an open floor plan, and hardwood floors throughout. Two wood-burning fireplaces add
Welcome to 412 Narrow Lane, a beautifully renovated home nestled in one of Orange's most sought-after neighborhoods. Offering a wonderful blend of modern updates, comfortable living spaces, and an exceptional location, this inviting property is ready for you to move right in and enjoy. Step inside to discover a fresh, cohesive interior with new flooring throughout and a thoughtfully designed
Situated on over an acre, this spacious four-bedroom, three-full-bathroom Raised Ranch offers a flexible layout with plenty of room to spread out.Neutral finishes throughout provide a versatile backdrop while updated bathrooms and ample closet space add to the homes every day functionality.The heart of the home is the bright, connected main level.The kitchen opens to the dining area and flows
This house has to be seen to be believed. Genuinely a hidden gem. Unassuming from the outside, but oh what a treat when you walk inside. A spacious living room with built-in shelves greets you. Make yourself comfortable on the oversized sofas in front of the fireplace. The dining room, with built in cabinets & glass doors, is also open concept to the kitchen. And what a kitchen it is! With custom
Discover the perfect blend of space, warmth, and versatility in this expansive home designed to accommodate today's evolving lifestyle needs. Ideal for extended families, this unique property offers separate living quarters while maintaining the comforts of a single-family residence. Room for everyone and everything! This sprawling home is perfectly designed for multi-generational living,
Welcome to this impressive custom-built home set in a desirable neighborhood surrounded by beautifully maintained homes. Offering exceptional space, versatility, and character, this is a property that truly stands apart. Designed for convenient one-level living, the main floor features an expansive open-concept layout with soaring ceilings and a massive great room with tray ceilings ideal for
Welcome to 476 Derby Milford Road, a spacious raised ranch set on nearly an acre in desirable Orange, CT. This versatile home offers 6 bedrooms and 4 full baths across the main living areas, plus a fantastic accessory in-law suite - ideal for multi-generational living, or a home office setup. This suite boasts its own entrance, garage, kitchen and bathroom. The lower level includes a recreation
Great things come to those who wait. Lovingly maintained by its original owners, this well kept Colonial is ideally situated on a coveted cul-de-sac and offers curb appeal, generous living space, and thoughtful updates throughout. This immaculate 4-bedroom, 3-bath home lives comfortably like a ranch, featuring a first-floor bedroom and full bath-perfect for guests or a potential in-law
This stunning house on a quiet street in Orange is the perfect place to call your next home. The inviting floor plan is perfect for entertaining and family gatherings. The main level offers a spacious living room with fireplace, an updated open kitchen and dining area with granite counter tops. There is a master bedroom with a walk-in shower on the first floor as well as an office and a large
Offering two private suites, generous living space, and thoughtful updates throughout, this exceptional home seamlessly blends comfort, versatility, and convenience in a desirable Orange location. The privately situated main level suite would be ideal as a bedroom, home office, exercise room or even serve a multi-generational need. The eat-in-kitchen, with direct access to a large deck and
Welcome to 273 Hawthorne Lane, a beautifully updated ranch in a desirable neighborhood. This three-bedroom, three-bathroom home offers comfortable one-level living a spacious living room with a fireplace, and an updated kitchen featuring white cabinetry, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a tile backsplash. The finished lower level provides additional living space and is perfect
A beautifully preserved 4-bedroom, 3-bath home offering 2,646 sq ft of character-rich living space on a picturesque 0.72-acre lot surrounded by mature trees in one of Orange's most coveted addresses. Built in 1920 and thoughtfully maintained, this home presents as four bedrooms with a dedicated main-floor office, an open floor plan, and hardwood floors throughout. Two wood-burning fireplaces add
Welcome to this beautiful expanded ranch, ideally situated on a picturesque Orange street while remaining just minutes from everything you need. This spacious home offers 3 bedrooms, 3 full & 1 half baths, plus an abundance of flexible living space. The inviting living room flows seamlessly into the dining room & kitchen, with a convenient half bath just off the kitchen. Hardwood floors are
Experience the opportunity to build an exceptional new construction home by Olsen Built Homes, ideally located in Orange within the award-winning Amity school district. Offering approximately 4,642 square feet of finished living space, this thoughtfully designed five-bedroom, four-and-a-half-bath residence blends timeless architecture, quality craftsmanship, and a highly functional floor plan.
Charming Colonial on Nearly One Acre! This charming 5 bedroom, 2 full bath Colonial is a true gem, featuring a 3-car garage and situated on a gorgeous, flat property just shy of one acre. The home offers exceptional curb appeal, highlighted by its inviting architecture and elegant horseshoe driveway, which adds a distinctive touch. The combination of the spacious yard and the home's beautiful
Embrace extravagance and convenience at Grand Reserve Orange Apartments, a luxury community apartment complex with upscale touches in every corner. From stylish, charming apartments, to amenities like our spacious swimming pool, fitness center, outdoor fire pit, and beautifully landscaped green space, Grand Reserve Orange is the perfect place to work hard and play harder. Our premier apartments
Easy ranch living in this corner lot home. Open the the front door and appreciate the living room with vaulted ceiling and open flow to dining room and kitchen. The kitchen features updates appliances and fresh countertops. Access to the deck is through both the kitchen and dining room. A multi-purpose room is set off the dining room and could be ideal for an office or a playroom. Down the hall,
Firelite Commons located in Orange is a Brand New luxury Apartment Community Featuring a variety of floorplans to suit every renters needs. Enjoy all this apartment community has to offer located next to shops and restaurant's with an array of amenities such as a fitness center a media room and outdoor patio area with firepits making this a wonderful and convenient place to live. NOW AVALAIBLE !!!
Welcome to Orange Gardens! Apartments!A beautiful apartment with hardwood flooring, new paint, kitchen that provides elegant cabinets, back splash and appliances. Enjoy our spacious apartment with lots of closet and living space! 24 Hour Maintenance.Laundry on-site (coin operated)Our property is conveniently located right off Boston Post Road, a short 5 minute walk to
Experience the convenience of this well-situated, first-floor apartment in West Haven, ideally located within walking distance of the University of New Haven. This prime location provides seamless access to I-95, the West Haven Medical Center, local grocery stores, and nearby laundry facilities.The unit features a functional kitchen equipped with a refrigerator and an electric stove. For
Available for immediate occupancy - nothing to do but move right in!! Enjoy comfortable, low-maintenance living in this spacious 2 bedroom, 2 full bath rental located above an office building in a convenient commuter setting. The unit features energy-efficient ductless heating and A/C systems for year-round comfort, along with a bright and functional layout that offers plenty of room to spread
Beautiful Cottage on over a quarter of an acre with detached garage. Comfortable Living in a quiet 3 bedroom Home. 1st Floor Living Room, Dining Room an 2 Bedrooms on Main Level, 3rd Bedroom on 2nd floor with a sitting area; Central Air Conditioning. Convenient to all Major Highways, close to UNH and Southern. Excellent Credit and References required. A Must See to Appreciate!
This stunning house on a quiet street in Orange is the perfect place to call your next home. The inviting floor plan is perfect for entertaining and family gatherings. The main level offers a spacious living room with fireplace, an updated open kitchen and dining area with granite counter tops. There is a master bedroom with a walk-in shower on the first floor as well as an office and a large
Welcome to this beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom Colonial situated on a private 1.28-acre cul-de-sac lot in desirable Orange. The open-concept main level features a cozy living area with a wood-burning fireplace insert and an oversized kitchen complete with granite counters, stainless steel appliances, and a gas range. Upstairs, you will find two well-appointed secondary bedrooms and
Welcome to 523 Treat Lane in Orange! This well-maintained rental offers 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom on the main level, featuring hardwood floors, a spacious living room with a fireplace, a formal dining area, and a functional kitchen with stainless steel appliances. Enjoy a peaceful setting overlooking the Grassy Hill Country Club, along with convenient access to shopping, major highways, and
This three-level townhouse offers over 1,500 sqft of finished living space. The main level features a spacious living room, half bath, and open-concept kitchen/dining area with slider doors leading to a rear deck with privacy fencing and a small yard - great for pets or entertaining. Upstairs you'll find 2 bedrooms and a full bath. The finished lower level adds approximately 500 sqft of
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