Incorporated in 1639
18 Square Miles
50,580 Residents
20,100 Households
Stratford Market Conditions Report  

On the Eastern border of Fairfield County, Stratford is one of the most affordable towns along Fairfield County's sought after coastline. Take a virtual picture tour with me and I'll show you around! Stratford's residents can enjoy beaches, a par 3 golf course, have access to the train, and a wide variety of shopping. The immediate area's only airport is here, and aptly nicknamed Sikorsky Airport. Stratford is the birthplace of the American helicopter industry, Sikorsky Aircraft remains the towns largets employer.No jumbo jets here, just small to mid size planes, and limited flights.

Rich in history, the town of Stratford was founded in 1639 by 25 families who settled along the Housatonic River, Stratford once encompassed part of Shelton and Trumbull.  

The location of the town, between Long Island Sound and the Housatonic River provides easy access to fishing, marinas, and boating sports. The Lordship area is known for its beautiful waterfront properties, Short and Long Beach, the seawall and the Great Meadow Marsh. 

One of the earliest Connecticut towns settled, Stratford is home to an active historical society, and one of the towns gems is Booth Memorial Park, an interesting array of unique buildings and architecture, and beautiful gardens. The North End Oronoque section of town is comprised of more upsacle residential homes, and the rest of the town is a biut more mainstream. parks are aplenty, the easy commute is evident by its excellent network of transportation connections including in-town train access, the Merritt Parkway and I-95, as wella s Route 8, and all are located within the towns borders. Homes range form the modest to elegant, but it still remains, 'Everyman's Town'.