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In 1639, Wepawaug was sold by the Indian tribe and soon settlers began arriving in what was the new town of Milford. The town progressed slowly but surely and soon found itself in the 20th century. The population exploded when GIs returned home from World War II. Access to Milford was made easier when I-95 was finished in 1960.
Development really picked up during the ‘70s and ‘80s, but slowed down during the early ‘90s. However, the late ‘90s to date have shown a new interest in development in Milford. Development is expected to continue to change the landscape of Milford, Connecticut for some time.
Milford Real Estate
After a big Milford real estate boom in 2002, the housing market has cooled somewhat, although there are still a large number of single family homes being built each year in Milford. In 2002 there were 121 single family home permits issued at an average cost of $155,200. Then, in 2003 that number dropped to 72 homes at an average price of $179,700. The year 2004 and 2005 were about the same with 65 and 62 home issues being issued at an average price of $162,500 and $165,300 respectively. Home prices are much more affordable in Milford, Connecticut than in many of the surrounding cities. This makes Milford real estate a good buy for those who like a laid back lifestyle and close proximity to big cities.
Education
There are quite a few colleges and universities near Milford, Connecticut, which makes it easy for residents to study at the school of their choice and stay near home. These colleges and universities include the University of New Haven, Yale University, Fairfield University, Quinnipiac University, Fairfield University, Southern Connecticut State University, Gateway Community College, and Sacred Heart University.
The public high schools in Milford, Connecticut, include Jonathan Law High School, Joseph A. Foran High School, and Platt VT School. Private high schools include the Academy of Our Lady of Mercy, Berean Christian Academy, and Milford Academy.
The largest public primary and middle schools in Milford, Connecticut, include Harborside Middle, East Shore Middle, West Shore Middle, Orchard Hills School, Mathewson School, Orange Avenue School, Meadowside School, Calf Pen Meadow School, JF Kennedy School, and Simon Lake School.
There are quite a few private primary and middle schools in Milford, including St. Mary School, Saint Gabriel School, Saint Ann School, The Little White House Learning, and Boys Village Youth and Family.
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