Buying a Condo or House in New Britain, CT

New Britain commonly known as the "hardware city", New Britain is home to some of the world's most prominent tool and hardware manufacturers. These large and prosperous companies, along with the multitude of smaller manufacturing businesses, provide employment to residents and generously support civic and cultural services in the community. A wide variety of other industries, excellent services and fine retail establishments are also located in town.

Housing in New Britain includes spacious condominiums and apartments, traditional colonials, contemporaries and ranch styles. The Walnut Hill area of town features gracious historic homes and a spectacular park which overlooks the city and was designed by Frederick Law Olmstead. The New Britain Museum of American Art is also located in this district, and houses a remarkable art collection, with pieces from the colonial period, Depression-era WPA paintings and contemporary works.

New Britain's public schools serve all age and achievement levels. Special programs for the disabled, students with exceptional abilities and adult evening courses are also available. Private education is also offered. Vocational and technical schools provide specialized training, and Central Connecticut State University provides a spectrum of degree programs.