Cos Cob has an art-colony history, a library, large parks, and access to the harbor. Home prices tend to be lower than in Old Greenwich.
Cos Cob's art-colony history is part of its local character. Today, Montgomery Pinetum and the harbor draw residents outdoors, and its central location offers access to other parts of Greenwich. It can be a lower-cost entry point than the town's coastal estate neighborhoods.
At a Glance
Median Home Price
$800K - $4M+
Commute to NYC
50-75 minutes (local)
School assignment depends on the exact address, so check the feeder table in our Greenwich schools guide before you make an offer. For train options and door-to-desk times, see moving from NYC to Greenwich.
Greenwich mill rate is 10.125 for FY2026-27, about $14,175 a year on a $2M home if that is the current assessed market. The 2025 revaluation raised many assessments, so ask for the new assessed value, not last year's bill. Full mill-rate explainer.
History & Heritage
Cos Cob was the town's commercial hub for shipping and farming. In the late 19th century it became famous as the site of the Cos Cob Art Colony, when Impressionist painters like Childe Hassam and John Twachtman came for the Holley House (now the Bush-Holley House museum) and the harbor.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cos Cob part of Greenwich CT?
Yes. Cos Cob is a village inside the Town of Greenwich, Connecticut, around the mouth of the Mianus River. It has its own postal name, ZIP code 06807 and Metro-North station, and town government, schools and the mill rate are all Greenwich's.
How long is the train from Cos Cob to NYC?
The fastest scheduled weekday Metro-North train from Cos Cob to Grand Central takes 50 minutes and the median is 63 minutes, based on the MTA schedule for a weekday in October 2026.
What Makes Cos Cob Special
Train station access
Artistic community
Harbor views
Diverse housing
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Living in Cos Cob: The Complete Lifestyle Guide
Dining & Culinary Scene
- Fjord Fish Market
- Aux Delices
- Kawa Ni
- Meli-Melo
Recreation & Activities
- Cos Cob Harbor
- Bruce Park
- Mianus River Park
- Art galleries
Shopping & Services
- Cos Cob Harbor
- Bush-Holley House
- Library
- Parks
For beaches, parks, museums and weekend plans across town, see our list of things to do in Greenwich CT.
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