Fairfield, Connecticut

Five miles of beaches, historic village greens and a classic New England downtown.

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The feel of the town

Fairfield is a classic shoreline town with five miles of beaches, historic districts like Southport and Greenfield Hill, and a busy downtown with shops and restaurants. Two universities bring energy, events and culture.

Neighborhoods range from walkable beach areas to quiet, wooded streets in the north end of town, all with easy access to three train stations and I-95.

What Fairfield is known for

  • Five town beaches on Long Island Sound
  • Historic Southport and Greenfield Hill
  • Fairfield University and Sacred Heart University
  • Three train stations
  • A walkable downtown

Landmarks and local favorites

  • Town beachesFive lifeguarded beaches on the Sound
  • Lake MoheganWoods, trails and The Cascades waterfalls
  • Connecticut Audubon Center at FairfieldWildlife sanctuary with boardwalk trails
  • Fairfield Museum and History CenterLocal history and art
  • Quick Center for the ArtsPerforming arts at Fairfield University
  • Pequot LibraryHistoric library in Southport
  • Community TheatreRestored 1920 downtown movie theater
  • Fairfield Historic DistrictThe old town green and 18th-century homes

Getting around

  • Train: Three Metro-North stations on the New Haven Line, with direct service to Grand Central.
  • Car: I-95, the Merritt Parkway and Route 1 run through town.

Schools

Fairfield Public Schools has eleven elementary schools, three middle schools and two high schools:

  • Fairfield Ludlowe High School
  • Fairfield Warde High School

For current information, visit the Fairfield Public Schools website.

See Fairfield school ratings and reviews on GreatSchools

A great fit if you're looking for

  • Beach access and a shoreline lifestyle
  • A walkable downtown and historic neighborhoods
  • Three train stations to choose from
  • A wide range of home styles and sizes
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