If you’re thinking of ditching city living and taking a small slice of paradise in the “Nutmeg State” have you considered a tiny home? Even though these homes are small, you won’t be without all the modern conveniences.
They’re perfect for those who are living a single life wanting to escape the city or even as a first home for small families. Granted, some of the entries on this list would not be suitable for a family as they take the word “tiny” to a new level.
Connecticut boasts the highest median household income in the United States and is extremely prosperous. The Connecticut River and Thames River along with the ports in the Long Island Sound give this Land of Steady Habits a strong maritime tradition that is still going strong.
With regards to weather, Connecticut has four well-defined seasons, although big fluctuations in temperature from day to day are common. There is plenty of colorful foliage to enjoy in the fall, with the north of the state having a higher percentage of maple trees which are always spectacular.
We’ve carefully curated five amazing tiny homes that are on the market right now in Connecticut, USA. So read on and discover the charms and delights of tiny home living!
C. 1930 Riverfront Home
38 Flood Bridge Road, Southbury CT 06488
Imagine waking up to the gentle sounds of a river flowing a few steps from your house.
Or relaxing in a hammock listening to the birds chirping in the peace and quiet. This tiny house can accommodate both of these daydreams and more! It feels like a tiny condo with a yard to tend.
The previous owner was an artist and they used their creativity when installing the light fixtures, fans, and overall look of this house. The property features 2 bedrooms and plenty of storage space. There is also a septic tank and a well with the property.
Whilst this house is located in a quiet neighborhood, it’s a stone’s throw away from Main Street and within walking distance of the famous Laurel Diner.
- Price: $159,000
- Total Living Area: 715 sq ft
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
C. 1930 One-of-a-Kind Home Close to Black Rock State Park
66 Turner Ave, Watertown. CT 06779
As you might expect from the title, this is a one-of-a-kind tiny home! Starting from the top the roof is newly refurbished and designed to look like a European ski chalet. The facade of this property is truly unique with a front porch area for taking in the sunrise or sunset.
Both the interior and exterior are newly painted. In terms of space, this property offers one bedroom with generous walk-in closet space. There is also a lovely eat-in kitchen and dining area, a fully equipped bathroom with a bathtub, and a two-car garage.
Turkey Brook runs directly behind the house and it’s within walking distance to Black Rock State Park. As the property is in the R125 zone, the building code permits expansion.
- Price: $125,000
- Total Living Area: 612 sq ft
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
Off The Grid Fencl Tiny House
Sherman, Connecticut, United States
As the name suggests, this little charmer of a house allows you to live completely off the grid! This Fencl Tiny house is very well cared for and easily towable by an F250.
Featuring a composting toilet, shower, sink, and gas range The Fencl Tiny house has all of the essential amenities. There are also solar and Dickinson Propane heaters to keep you warm at night.
The window seat at the front of the house is perfect for snuggling up with a coffee to watch the sunrise.
- Price: $39,500
- Total Living Area: 136 sq ft
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
C. 1944 Small Brick Cape Style Home
65 Stanwood Dr, New Britain, CT 06053
Built in 1944, this gorgeous cape-style home is on the market right now. Despite this home being on the smaller side, it is jam-packed with features, including a private backyard, comfortable eat-in kitchen, and 3 cozy bedrooms.
There is also a basement that has been treated and is completely dry, it has potential for renovations if you need more space. It would make for a fantastic first home for a couple or small family as well as someone looking for one-floor living.
The dining area has been converted to a fourth bedroom. This lovely house is ideally located close to shops, restaurants, and all major highways.
- Price: $154,900
- Total Living Area: 720 sq ft
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
Pied A Terre in the Woods
Killingworth, Connecticut
Do you fancy ditching that NYC studio apartment and getting in touch with nature?
This tiny house might be the perfect way to escape! This tiny house was custom designed and built by an old master shipwright and allows you to live “off the grid.”
Ideally located on a scenic road with great access to local amenities and state forests/beaches.
This little slice of paradise is surrounded by 3.6 acres of half-open half wooded grassland and enclosed by stunning stone walls. If at any time you need more elbow room the lot is ready to go with a well and septic tank in place.
- Price: $189,000
- Total Living Area: 96 sq ft
- Bedrooms: 0
- Lofts: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
Tiny House in East Hartford
East Hartford, Connecticut, United States
Professionally built in 2015, this tiny house has been minimally used with the bathroom completely unused. The house has plenty of windows for good lighting.
It benefits from a high ceilinged loft that can easily accommodate someone over 6 feet tall. The kitchen area has a two-burner stove and a sink with room for a small refrigerator.
As the living space is tight it doesn’t require great amounts of power to heat and cool the house. It benefits from solar and electrical power and a propane heater.
- Price: $39,500
- Total Living Area: 128 sq ft
- Bedrooms: 0
- Lofts: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
C.1934 Seasonal Lake House
27 Mink Trl, Coventry, CT 06238
This seasonal lake house is an utterly stunning property! It’s located in a private waterfront association and a short walk from the lake.
If you need to retreat from the hustle and bustle this property is situated in a very quiet location. It does require some renovations and would benefit from a touch of paint.
Whether you’d use it as an all-year-round property (year-round conversion needed), renting out, Air B n B or your own private getaway is down to your imagination. The roof is only 3 years old and the property benefits from a brand new well pump and public sewer outlet.
- Price: $104,000
- Total Living Space: 320 sq ft
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 0.5
2001 Thomas Freightliner School Bus
Madison, Connecticut, United States
Yes, you read the title of this one correctly. This is a fully off-the-grid converted school bus. Despite it being a bit of a curveball in this article, we think it’s still amazing and worthy of being included.
This Thomas Freightliner School Bus has a 16” roof raise which gives the interior headroom a boost at 7”6. It’s truly one of a kind and perfect for living in full time if you like life on the road.
In terms of specifications, this bus has 220K miles on the clock and is a diesel engine with hydraulic brakes. Inside you’ll find a great-sized stainless steel sink with a double faucet, 3 burner stove, and plenty of cupboard and storage space.
In the bedroom, there is a queen-size bed and 3 deep bedside shelves. All in all, this is literally a house on wheels.
- Price: $67,000
- Total Living Space: 196 sq ft
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
Wrapping Up
There are wonderful upsides to tiny house living. It offers a quaint simplicity to life which cannot be matched. We live in an age where we get so overloaded with materialistic things, moving to a small house helps to declutter our physical surroundings.
More importantly, it helps declutter your mind too – and might just be exactly what the doctor ordered. We think that each of the entries on this list is worthy of serious consideration, particularly for those looking to enjoy all that tiny house living has to offer.
From those on this list located by the quiet streams and rivers to those which you can take anywhere, we feel that this list caters to almost every need.
