Buying a Condo or House in Avon, CT

Avon Connecticut is a picturesque New England village that grew up along the wooded banks and meadow plains of the Farmington River. Avon is part of Rails to Trails - 4.5-mile section of Farmington Valley Greenway which runs along abandoned railway stretching from Route 4 in Farmington. Can be used for walking, jogging, bicycling and roller-blading, and cross-country skiing.

Residential areas have been carefully planned and protected to provide spacious lots of rolling lawns and woodlands. This lovely setting features large, traditional homes as well as a variety of contemporary styles. Quiet, comfortable condominiums and apartments are scattered throughout Avon.

More than 90% of Avon's public high school students go on to higher education - a testament to the dedication of this community to its education system. Public and private colleges, secondary and nursery schools, within Avon and located nearby, offer additional educational opportunities.

Avon is equally committed to the cultural growth of its community. A multitude of organizations strive to enhance the quality of life through charitable work and development of the arts. Other cultural features include: The Farmington Valley Arts Center, the Talcott Mountain Science Center, public library and the 1st Company Governor's Horse Guard.