Waterbury, Connecticut, settled in 1674 on the Naugatuck River, became the country’s largest producer of brass products. Today, ethnic communities distinguish “Brass City,” which consists of 28.9 square-miles of mostly flat terrain, except for a few hills in the northwest and southeast sections. Its median age is 36.4 (2022). Many residents work in sales and services, and many commute to nearby cities such as Torrington, Southington, Thomaston, Winchester, or Putnam.

Waterbury’s neighborhoods are lined with condos, single-family and multi-family homes, including historic homes in Queen Anne and Colonial Revival styles. The typical value of homes is $221,326, which is up 17.8% over the past year (Zillow, 2022). Residents enjoy live music, museums, dining, theater, festivals, community events, and fundraisers year-round.

The two main highways that run through Waterbury’s core are the east-west I-84, and Connecticut Route 8, which runs north-south. Route 8 provides access to the Bunker Hill neighborhood, which residents appreciate for its safety, cleanliness, and friendly and quiet neighbors. The nearby areas of Bucks Hill and Town Plot are also solid choices in which to buy a home.

Waterbury ranked in the top 3% of the most diverse places to live in America, in a 2019 study by Niche. It’s this diversity that fosters a respect for all people and creates a multicultural fabric Waterbury residents support.