497 Fern Street - West Hartford, CT

$579,000

Beds

2.00

Baths

1,800

SqFt

0.14

Acres

Pricing Insight: Originally listed for $579,000, the price has remained unchanged for approximately 10 days. This property has been on the market for approximately 10 days. MLS reports 4 Days on Market (DOM) before it went under contract.

497 Fern Street, West Hartford, CT is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,800 square foot home built in 1936 , featuring colonial architecture.

This home is within the West Hartford school district. Local, with nearby schools including Bugbee.

MLS #: 24160226

Offered Price: $579,000

Residence Type: Single Family

Architectural Style: Colonial

Living Area: 1,800 Sq. Ft.

Lot Size: 0.14 Acres

Neighborhood: N/A

County: Hartford

Year Built: 1936

Design & Construction: Frame

Heating: Hot Water,Radiator

Cooling: Central Air,Split System

Garage Spaces: 2

Price per Sq Ft as listed: $322

Estimated Tax: $11,244

Days on Market: 4

$499,900

4 Beds · 4 Baths · 2,765 Sq Ft

3 Linwold Drive, West Hartford

$550,000

3 Beds · 2 Baths · 1,672 Sq Ft

75 Whitman Avenue, West Hartford

Home Automation: Not specified

Energy Features: Generator Ready, Storm Doors

Solar Contract: Not specified

Heating Fuel: Natural Gas

Fuel Type: Hot Water, Radiator

Fuel Tank Location: Not specified

Cooling System: Central Air, Split System

Hot Water System: 50 Gallon Tank

Air Radon Mitigation: Not specified

Water Radon Mitigation: Not specified

Price per square foot: $322 / Sq. Ft.

Tax assessed value: $251,100

Estimated Tax: $11,244

Architectural Style: Colonial

Design & Construction: Frame

Residence Type: Single Family

Year Constructed: 1936

Living Area: 1,800 Sq. Ft.

Lot Size: 0.14 Acres

Fuel: Natural Gas

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Active Listings: 83

Average Price: $372,705

Average DOM: 4 days

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Welcome to this move-in ready Colonial ideally located just a short stroll from West Hartford Center and Blue Back Square, where some of the area's best restaurants, shopping, and everyday conveniences are right at your doorstep. The home is also just moments from Fernridge Park, offering a community pool, tennis courts, playground, and open green space. Inside, this turnkey home blends classic charm with thoughtful updates. The kitchen and bathrooms were updated offering modern finishes while maintaining the home's timeless character. A bright sunroom provides a relaxing spot to enjoy your morning coffee or unwind at the end of the day. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features double closets, while the guest bedroom includes a Murphy bed, creating a flexible space for guests, a home office, or both. The beautifully finished basement, refinished 2 1/2 years ago, provides exceptional additional living space ideal for a rec room, play room, or office and includes custom-built cabinets and shelving, a solid oak countertop, and a media cabinet with an integrated air cooling system. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard, powered shed, and a two-car garage wired for internet and prepped for installation of an electric vehicle charger. Central air adds comfort year-round. With its turnkey condition, thoughtful updates, and unbeatable walkable West Hartford location, this home offers the perfect blend of comfort, functionality, and lifestyle.

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Flood Risk Assessment

Location Analysis:

Inland West Hartford location

Water Proximity:

No direct water access

Topography:

Standard terrain • 0.1 acres

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Risk Level: Low

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Amenity Access Summary

Dining & Café Access: Low to Moderate
Daily Services: Limited
Recreational Space: Limited Nearby

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Homes For Sale

$372,705

Average List Price

Mechanicals & Utilities: Hot Water,Radiator • Natural Gas • Central Air,Split System • Public Water Connected water • 2 fireplaces

Exterior Features

Exterior Construction: Vinyl Siding

Roof Type: Asphalt Shingle

Foundation: Concrete

Garage: Detached Garage (2 car)

Patio/Deck: Sidewalk,Shed,Gutters

Utilities: Water: Public Water Connected

Outbuildings: Sidewalk,Shed,Gutters

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