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Greenwich, CT

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A historic gem and upscale suburb on Connecticut’s coast

Coastal Suburban Great Schools Upscale Historic Walkable

Greenwich, Connecticut combines coastal charm with sophisticated living across its 68 square miles. The community offers diverse housing options from waterfront properties to townhouses, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $3,452 and two-bedroom units averaging $6,028. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate Greenwich Point Park and Island Beach, while Bruce Park provides inland recreation opportunities. The downtown area centers around Greenwich Avenue, known for its upscale shopping and dining. Commuters benefit from four Metro-North stations, with express trains reaching Manhattan in approximately 50 minutes.

The community features distinct areas including Old Greenwich with its historic architecture, the walkable downtown district, and the expansive backcountry region. Cultural attractions include the Bruce Museum, which showcases art and science exhibitions. The town's public school system serves local students, while independent schools like Greenwich Academy and Brunswick School add to the educational landscape. Greenwich's history dates to 1640, and today the community balances modern amenities with preserved green spaces and shoreline. The town's location along Long Island Sound, combined with its parks and nature preserves, offers residents numerous opportunities for outdoor recreation throughout the year.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Greenwich, CT is $2,325 for a studio, $3,746 for one bedroom, $5,362 for two bedrooms, and $6,202 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Greenwich has increased by 5.1% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$3,746/month
855 Sq Ft
House
$9,120/month
2,050 Sq Ft
Condo
$5,031/month
1,271 Sq Ft
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Transportation

77

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

40

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

International School At Dundee

Public

Grades K-5

341 Students

North Mianus School

Public

Grades K-5

492 Students

Riverside School

Public

Grades K-5

435 Students

Old Greenwich School

Public

Grades PK-5

406 Students

North Street School

Public

Grades PK-5

387 Students

Eastern Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

784 Students

Central Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

506 Students

Western Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

617 Students

Greenwich High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,668 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Bowman Observatory
  • Bruce Museum
  • Garden Education Center of Greenwich
  • Fairchild Wildflower Sanctuary
  • Mianus River Park

Airports

  • Westchester County
  • LaGuardia

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.