Norwalk

Old brick buildings line the streets of Downtown SoNo only a few minutes from Strawberry Hill.
The mansion in Cranbury Park is stunning and holds a lot of history.
You'll find small bodies of water all around Merritt.
The Curb is a trendy and artful community in Merritt.
Stop by The Dilly Duck Shop for fresh rustic food and a friendly meal in Merritt.

Norwalk, CT Area Guide

A vibrant town on the historic Connecticut shore.

Coastal Waterfront Arts Outdoor Fun

Located along the Long Island Sound, Norwalk combines coastal living with city conveniences. The rental market offers options ranging from $2,035 for studios to $3,717 for three-bedroom homes, with annual increases between 2.1% and 3.6%. Notable areas include South Norwalk (SoNo), featuring local restaurants and independent shops, the waterfront Rowayton neighborhood, and the historic Silvermine district. Housing options throughout the city range from apartment communities to restored historic properties.

Norwalk's cultural attractions include the Maritime Aquarium, the Stepping Stones Museum for Children, and the Lockwood-Mathews Mansion Museum. Maritime activities are central to life here, from sailing to fishing, highlighted by the annual Norwalk Oyster Festival. The city features several public beaches and parks, while the Norwalk Islands provide opportunities for kayaking and nature exploration. Originally established in 1649, Norwalk has evolved into a contemporary coastal city. Major employers in the area include Booking Holdings, Xerox, and Pepperidge Farm, contributing to the city's economic stability.

Explore the City

You'll find small bodies of water all around Merritt.

The Curb is a trendy and artful community in Merritt.

Stop by The Dilly Duck Shop for fresh rustic food and a friendly meal in Merritt.

Birchwood Country Club is a ranked 9-hole golf course right next to Strawberry Hill.

Street parking is available all around Downtown SoNo near Strawberry Hill.

The SoNo train station provides easy access north and south for Strawberry Hill residents.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Norwalk, CT is $2,162 for a studio, $2,509 for one bedroom, $3,238 for two bedrooms, and $3,970 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Norwalk has increased by 0.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,509/month
790 Sq Ft
House
$9,487/month
2,047 Sq Ft
Condo
$2,722/month
911 Sq Ft
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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Norwalk, CT is for everyday living.

Fairly walkable

Walkability

50 / 100

Some public transit

Transit

50 / 100

Exceptionally drivable

Drivability

90 / 100

Fairly bikeable

Bikeability

40 / 100

Schools

Rowayton School

Public

Grades K-5

Side By Side Charter School

Public

Grades PK-8

Cranbury Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Marvin Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

Naramake Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

Side By Side Charter School

Public

Grades PK-8

Columbus Magnet School

Public

Grades K-8

Nathan Hale Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

West Rocks Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Ponus Ridge Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

P-Tech Norwalk

Public

Grades 9-12

Center For Global Studies

Public

Grades 9-12

Norwalk High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Brien Mcmahon High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Briggs High School

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • The Maritime Aquarium
  • Stepping Stones Museum for Children
  • Darien Nature Center
  • Earthplace
  • SoundWaters

Airports

  • Westchester County
  • Long Island MacArthur

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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 February 2026.