Sitting on one of West Hartford's most popular streets just shy of one mile from West Hartford Center and Blue Back Square stands a handsome colonial, just waiting for you. Step into the foyer and see gleaming hardwood floors. The living room to your right has a wood burning fireplace, decorative mantle, and access to the covered patio overlooking the yard. The bright, formal dining room sits to the left as you enter the home. The updated kitchen is gorgeous with leathered granite counters, stainless appliances including gas range with hood and breakfast bar with pendant lighting. Convenient, 1st floor laundry, half bath and mudroom area is a nice bonus. Upstairs are 3 generous sized bedrooms, including the primary suite, with 2 closets and a nicely updated full bath. The full unfinished basement with 2nd fireplace has lots of potential and houses the high efficiency gas boiler and updated electrical panel. Other pluses include hardwood floors throughout, crown molding, chair rail, replacement windows, central air on the second floor, newer roof, an expandable walkup attic and a shed. 1.4 miles to I-84, 5 miles to downtown Hartford. Do not miss out on your chance to own a prime piece of real estate in the heart of West Hartford!
For sale
$629,900
78 Garfield Road, West Hartford, CT 06107
3beds
2,161sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1939
0.26 Acres Lot
$787,400 Zestimate®
$291/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wood burning fireplaceCrown moldingDecorative mantleMudroom areaExpandable walkup atticReplacement windowsHardwood floors throughout
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Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Robert E. O'Meara (860)982-0288,
KW Legacy Partners 860-313-0700
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24169076
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Full Bath, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 245.7 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19.5 x 12.6
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 183.04 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 14.3
Bedroom
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Upper
- Area: 112.32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.11 x 10.11
Dining room
- Features: Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 156.16 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12.8 x 12.2
Kitchen
- Features: Remodeled, Breakfast Bar, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 214.42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11.11 x 19.3
Living room
- Features: Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
- Level: Main
- Area: 303.79 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24.11 x 12.6
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Attic: Floored,Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,161
- Total interior livable area: 2,161 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,161
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Level, Cleared
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1897934
- Zoning: R-10
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1939
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Basketball Court, Golf, Health Club, Library, Medical Facilities, Park, Pool, Shopping/Mall
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: West Hartford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $291/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $327,660
- Annual tax amount: $14,673
- Date on market: 6/10/2026
Estimated market value
$787,400
$717,000 - $866,000
$3,890/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $629,900+130.1%$291/sqft |
Source:  Smart MLS #24169076 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2012 | Sold | $273,750-45.9%$127/sqft |
Source: Smart MLS #G604455 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2011 | Sold | $505,896+62.4%$234/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2011 | Price change | $311,500-9.7%$144/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Access America #G604455 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2011 | Listed for sale | $345,000$160/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Access America #G604455 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2011 | Listing removed | $345,000$160/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Access America #G604455 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2011 | Listed for sale | $345,000$160/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Access America #G604455 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,673 +5.7% | $327,660 |
| 2024 | $13,876 +3.5% | $327,660 |
| 2023 | $13,408 +0.6% | $327,660 |
| 2022 | $13,329 +10% | $327,660 +14.7% |
| 2021 | $12,115 +1.5% | $285,600 |
| 2020 | $11,938 | $285,600 |
| 2019 | $11,938 +1.9% | $285,600 |
| 2018 | $11,710 +1% | $285,600 +1.1% |
| 2017 | $11,592 +27.3% | $282,450 +18.9% |
| 2015 | $9,104 +2.5% | $237,650 |
| 2014 | $8,881 +2.9% | $237,650 |
| 2013 | $8,627 -6% | $237,650 -7.4% |
| 2012 | $9,177 -12.3% | $256,690 -3.2% |
| 2011 | $10,463 +2.8% | $265,300 |
| 2010 | $10,182 +5.6% | $265,300 +3.3% |
| 2009 | $9,644 +1.2% | $256,900 |
| 2008 | $9,528 +23.4% | $256,900 +28.6% |
| 2007 | $7,719 +21.6% | $199,825 +25% |
| 2006 | $6,346 -9.9% | $159,860 |
| 2005 | $7,045 +4.6% | $159,860 |
| 2004 | $6,733 +11.8% | $159,860 0% |
| 2003 | $6,020 +5.5% | $159,900 +0% |
| 2001 | $5,705 +23.7% | $159,860 +4.2% |
| 1998 | $4,611 | $153,440 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 06107
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Duffy SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Sedgwick Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Conard High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Louise Duffy
- Middle: Sedgwick
- High: Conard
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