Welcome to Monroe
Monroe has an independent vibe and a lively spirit characterized by bright education, recreation and civic involvement. Named after President James Monroe, it is a small community settled in 1639.
With many open spaces and beautiful parks, Monroe is the kind of town that always offers great recreational activities. You can explore miles of hiking trails, enjoy a day of fishing on one of the town’s lakes, swim or go boating. Residents of Monroe are offered tennis courts, ball fields, golf courses, and sandy beaches along the Long Island Sound. In addition, the education opportunities in Monroe are truly wonderful, the town’s schools constantly rank high among Connecticut’s best schools.
Known for Wolfe Park, which is 331 Acres that contains a public pool, baseball diamonds, football fields, soccer fields, 3 playgrounds, 8 tennis courts, concert area, picnic pavilions, Great Hollow Lack with Sand Beach, Swimming, Fishing, Kayaking, and Hiking Trails.
Residents who choose to commute have a short 15-minute drive to the Merritt Parkway or Interstate 84, and 20 minutes to interstate 95 and Metro North Railroad.
Monroe is so well located that you can easily get to Hartford or New Haven, as well as to New York City and Stamford. This is a lovely, family-oriented town with beautiful houses, lovely green spaces, and plenty of opportunities for a carefree and peaceful lifestyle.
Monroe Demographic Details
- Most homes are private well and septic system
- 3 Elementary (K-5th Grade); 1 Middle School (6-8th); with a separate STEAM option and 1 Hight School
- Area: 26
- Population: 20,275
- Households: 6,327
- Median Sale Price: $476,000 (past 12 Months)