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.
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this area.
Chapin Fish
William Pitt Sothebys Intn'l
(860) 362-2105
89 Total Sales
2 in Tolland
$65K - $1.2M Price Range
Ginger Conner
RED HORSE REAL ESTATE, LLC
(413) 414-4800
149 Total Sales
1 in Tolland
$312,300 Price
Theodore Jarvis
Landmark, REALTORS®
(413) 300-2188
16 Total Sales
1 in Tolland
$261,000 Price
Joan Maxson
Park Square Realty
(413) 881-6340
17 Total Sales
16 in Tolland
$25K - $655K Price Range
Grace Golden
Alex Anthony R.E.
(908) 827-6912
35 Total Sales
1 in Tolland
$377,500 Price
Taylor Hildack
Keller Williams Realty-Longmdw
(860) 901-1921
114 Total Sales
1 in Tolland
$325,000 Price
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Median List Price
$520,000
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Median Sale Price
$355,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$427,800
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$318,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
12%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
4
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$304
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Number of Homes
143
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Number of Homes for Sale
2
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Median Year Built
1979
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Months of Supply
6.00
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,450
Significantly below the national average
1,935
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,520
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
16,770
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Total Population
792
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Median Age
51
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Population Density
1 person/acre
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Population under 18
16.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
29.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$91,897
Above the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$109,632
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High School Graduates
91.8%
On par with the national average
89%
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College Graduates
36.3%
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Advanced Degrees
17.6%
On par with the national average
13.3%
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% Population in Labor Force
63.2%
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Annual Precipitation
45''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
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Annual Snowfall
30''
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