Located in Hampden County
Just outside the Berkshires in Western Massachusetts sits the rural hideaway of Tolland, a tiny community of 500 that has been around since the 1750s. What this area lacks in modern conveniences, it makes up for with outdoor opportunities. The many lakes and forests in the area have made this a popular location for second homes.
The median home price is $200,000, less than state and national numbers. Homes in the area vary and include Colonials, saltbox, and craftsman styles. Plots of land are also available throughout Tolland. Homes near the center of the community offer plenty of land and direct access to the road that goes through town. “Tolland has several predominantly second-home HOA communities based around lakes,” says Kim Bergland, a broker with Red Horse Real Estate. “There are no real suburban-type neighborhoods.” The HOA and private communities in Tolland can be found on the lakes that dot the area. Association fees vary but can reach more than $200 a month.
Tolland’s pupils attend the Southwick-Tolland-Granville School District, which is rated C-plus on Niche. The district has only a few schools and is concentrated in Southwick.
The area is rich with forests. Nearby, the Tolland State Forest features a 1,000-acre reservoir for boating and fishing and offers plenty of opportunities for camping, hunting and biking. Granville State Forest has horseback riding, cross-country skiing, and hiking trails. Attractions outside of Tolland include Jacob’s Pillow, a performing arts center specializing in dance and has been in the Berkshires since the 1930s. In Windsor Locks, Connecticut, the New England Air and Aviation Museum has multiple historical aircraft and a rotating series of exhibits on display.
Tolland has no restaurants, but dining options are available in New Boston or Otis. The New Boston Inn, open since 1737, serves lunch options, including sandwiches and burgers, along with chicken and pasta entrees for dinner. In Otis, The Grouse House is a casual seasonal dining spot. The Knox Trail Inn has salads, pizza, and seafood. Shopping is also available outside of Tolland. Granville has a small country store and some smaller boutique shops. However, the closest grocery stores, such as the Big Y, are in Westfield, 18 miles east. Big box stores can also found in Westfield. Baystate Medical Center is 30 miles east in Springfield.
Route 57 runs through the center of Tolland and connects the community with Springfield to the east and the rest of the Berkshires to the west. The closest airport is Bradley International Airport in Windsor Locks, 24 miles southeast.
According to data from the state of Massachusetts, crime in Tolland has dropped by over 30%, with only two crimes reported in the area in 2024.
Stephanie Salerno
Coldwell Banker Realty
(959) 949-1436
224 Total Sales
2 in Tolland
$172K - $200K Price Range
Melissa Lemanski
Park Square Realty
(860) 962-6247
76 Total Sales
5 in Tolland
$20K - $515K Price Range
Jeremie Lambert
Park Square Realty
(413) 384-5315
70 Total Sales
1 in Tolland
$470,000 Price
Judy Guarco
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
(959) 666-9402
113 Total Sales
1 in Tolland
$400,788 Price
Claire Kenna
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Realty Professionals
(860) 698-4708
117 Total Sales
1 in Tolland
$185,000 Price
Alex Kwatowski
Lock and Key Realty Inc.
(413) 216-9762
26 Total Sales
15 in Tolland
$13K - $480K Price Range
On average, homes in Tolland, MA sell after 119 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Tolland, MA over the last 12 months is $190,000, down 35% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.