Connecticut's least populous town — extreme rural character, Bigelow Hollow State Park, and true seclusion.
Union is Connecticut's least populous town — a deeply rural community in the state's northeastern corner, bordered by Massachusetts and home to Bigelow Hollow State Park and Nipmuck State Forest. The town has no commercial center, no town hall building, and essentially no services — it is pure rural Connecticut, with a handful of year-round residents and seasonal properties scattered through the forest. Real estate here is rare, specific, and appeals to a very narrow buyer: those seeking absolute seclusion, hunting land, or rural retreat properties at the state's most accessible prices.
Union's real estate market is among the smallest in Connecticut by transaction volume. Properties range from modest homes on standard lots to significant acreage parcels. Prices are typically among the lowest in the state on a per-property basis. The absence of town services, the requirement for well and septic on all properties, and the genuinely remote character mean that this market is not for everyone — but for the right buyer, it offers something genuinely unavailable elsewhere in Connecticut.
Union buyers are making the most deliberate rural purchase in Connecticut. I help buyers understand what ownership in Union actually involves — no town water, no municipal services, road conditions, and the practical realities of living in one of the state's most remote communities — before committing.
Selling in Union requires reaching the very specific buyer who wants what Union offers. That buyer may be coming from anywhere, and marketing that reaches outdoor enthusiasts, hunting land buyers, and privacy-seeking buyers from the Northeast is essential.
I work across all of Tolland County — from the most active submarkets to the quieter towns that often offer the best value. Whether you're focused on Union specifically or open to the broader county, I can help.
Union is Connecticut's least populated town with a minimal real estate market — very few transactions per year. Properties range from modest homes to acreage parcels. Prices are among the state's lowest. The market appeals exclusively to buyers specifically seeking extreme rural character and seclusion.
Bigelow Hollow State Park is a large natural area in Union featuring Bigelow Pond, forested trails, and access to the Nipmuck State Forest trail system. It is one of the most remote and scenic state parks in Connecticut and a primary reason people visit and seek property in Union.
Yes. Nick works with buyers and sellers of rural and acreage properties in Union. He handles remote property purchases, hunting land, and out-of-state buyers with full-service representation.