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Mansfield

Mansfield

$406,404 Average Value
$277 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Bucolic landscapes surround the University of Connecticut in Mansfield

Located in the heart of northeastern Connecticut's Quiet Corner, Mansfield is a vibrant town that blends bucolic landscapes and small-town charm with the pulsating energy of a university town. Incorporated in 1702, Mansfield comprises a patchwork of farmland, wooded preserves and winding backroads surrounding a village center brimming with shops, eateries and cultural attractions. The Village of Storrs, the town's central commercial hub, is home to the University of Connecticut, while Eastern Connecticut State University sits just beyond Mansfield's town limits, attracting flocks of investors, professors and families with college students. "The schools are a major factor when moving here, but beyond that, Mansfield offers fairly affordable, private homes on acreage," says Amber Jones, Realtor with KW Legacy Partners, who has five years of experience in the industry. "It's the kind of place where everyone will look out for you but also mind their own business. We get many people looking for peace and quiet, but we're still close enough to commute to bigger cities like Manchester and Hartford."

Amenities in and around Mansfield

Downtown Storr's commercial hub lines Storrs Road, adjacent to UConn. This walkable development features a mix of local restaurants, cafes, boutiques and popular chains surrounding Betsy Paterson Square, a central green space that regularly hosts community events. Dog Lane Café claims to have the best burger at UConn—the Dog House Burger, while the UConn Dairy Bar serves up homemade ice cream sourced from the university’s dairy herd. Outside of Storrs, rural roads weave past secluded homes and the occasional local restaurant. Toast Four Corners is a highly rated breakfast joint known for its staple items like biscuits and gravy, customizable omelets and chicken and waffles.

Downtown Storrs is home to Price Chopper, while East Brook Mall features chain retailers and a nearby grocery store down the road. Mansfield Drive-In & Marketplace hosts a seasonal Sunday flea market and double-feature movies under the stars. "Antiquing is huge in this area," Jones says.

Just past Mansfield's southern down limits, Willimantic features additional shopping, dining and entertainment options. "Willimantic hosts Third Thursday Street Fests, which features food trucks and live music," Jones says.

Town-wide events and UConn's cultural offerings

Mansfield offers a mix of town-sponsored events, campus happenings and seasonal festivals. The annual Celebrate Mansfield Festival draws thousands to Downtown Storrs each September for live music, food trucks, craft vendors and family-friendly activities. UConn's campus features culture offerings that include regular theater productions, concerts, art exhibits, lectures and sports games.

Historic homes to secluded custom-built retreats

Housing in Mansfield includes 21st-century condominiums priced from the $100,000s to $450,000 and apartment complexes near UConn. Single-family homes dot the town's rural roads, many with large lots, mature trees and views of open fields or woodlands. "This little pocket of Connecticut has several antique homes," Jones says. "We have a lot of historic 1700 and 1800s farmhouses, colonials, little Cape Cods and some gorgeous Victorians." Properties span centuries, including 20th-century ramblers, bi-levels and Cape Cods to 21st-century Colonial Revivals, new transitional and custom-built homes. Manufactured homes are clustered on the outskirts of town, ranging from $80,000 to $205,000. With an average sales price of around $410,000, prices can range from the upper-$100,000s to low-$900,000s. "There are some big beautiful 3,000 square-foot homes, but your standard home can range from $350,000 to $500,000," Jones says.

The Mansfield Community Center, state parks and forested hiking trails

Mansfield's central location in northeastern Connecticut makes it easy to explore the Quiet Corner. "The outdoors is a large part of the draw to Mansfield," Jones says. "You're surrounded by excellent hiking and waterways for kayakers, but you're also close to amenities." Mansfield Hollow State Park, on the town's southeastern edge, features hiking and biking trails, a 500-acre reservoir for kayaking and fishing, and scenic picnic areas. Multiple nature preserves, including Schoolhouse Brook Park, offer additional trails along bubbling brooks adjacent to the state park. Mansfield's acres of woodlands also feature popular trails like the Nipmuck and Shenipsit trails and spots like The Adventure Park at Storrs, an aerial park with zip lines and more.

In Downtown Storrs, Mansfield Community Center features an indoor swimming pool, basketball court and fitness center. Dance and aerobics are just a few of the classes offered, while parents can drop their kids off at the daycare or teen center. The grounds are also home to a large playground and a skatepark adjacent to the local high school's tennis courts and football stadium, while Farrell Fields, which caters to youth leagues, is located across the street.

Education in Mansfield

Mansfield School District earns an overall A rating from Niche. In 2023, the town celebrated the opening of the new Mansfield Elementary School, a net-zero building boasting solar panels and zero-thermal heat pumps. As of 2025, the new school is not yet rated on Niche. Mansfield Middle School garners an A, and Edwin O. Smith High School, which is part of the Regional School District 19, earns an A-minus.

Commuting around Mansfield

Mansfield's village center, Storrs, is walkable, and five bus lines service the town. However, many residents still rely on personal vehicles to get around. Connecticut State Routes 195 and 275 converge in Storrs. Hartford is about 25 miles west via U.S. Route 44, while U.S. Route 6 passes through the south side of town. Willimantic's Windham Hospital is about 7 miles from the heart of Mansfield, and Bradley International Airport is 40 miles west via Interstate 84.

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Mansfield Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$649,900
Median Sale Price
$645,559
Median Single Family Sale Price
$672,779
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$277

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
74
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
2013
Months of Supply
0.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,440
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,761
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,276
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
54,450

Open Houses

  • 0 Beacon Hill Dr, Storrs Mansfield, CT 06268

    $124,900

    • 0 Beacon Hill Dr

    Fantastic Location! This is the last lot in the original Beacon Hill Estates subdivision, one of the nicest subdivisions in all of Mansfield. Bring your builder and your plans and build your dream home just minutes to UConn, Windham Hospital, I-84 and more.

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    Steven Ferrigno
    Ferrigno-Storrs, REALTORS LLC
    (833) 573-4606
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  • 0 Pine Ridge Ln Unit LOT 2A, Mansfield, CT 06250

    $75,000

    • 0 Pine Ridge Ln
    • Unit LOT 2A

    Prime 5.3-Acre Lot in a Tranquil Cul-De-Sac! Nestled in a peaceful residential neighborhood, this expansive 5.3-acre lot offers the perfect blend of privacy and convenience. Located on a quiet cul-de-sac, this property provides a rare opportunity to build your dream home in a desirable setting with plenty of space for outdoor living, gardens, or recreational activities. Surrounded by nature, yet

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    Amy Rio
    Executive Real Estate Inc.
    (860) 264-0888
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  • 493 Storrs Rd, Mansfield Center, CT 06250

    $240,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 1,600 Sq Ft
    • 493 Storrs Rd
    • New 2 days ago

    Welcome home! This move-in ready quaint Cape is waiting for you. Whether downsizing or starting your home ownership journey, this property will not disappoint. Situated on 1.9 acres of land, filled with perennials, this home features a large barn with loft and electricity, and listed in the Historic Barn records. Plenty of room for your motorized toys, workshop or additional garage parking.

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
26,186
Median Age
27
Population Density
68 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.2%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$39,484
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,734

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
96.1%
College Graduates
62%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
41.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
53.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
18°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
41''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

4 / 100
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Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. Our sources include: Accuweather, Public Records and Neustar. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
Mansfield
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