This elegant, 6,000-square-foot residence in Hartford's prestigious West End is set on a generous 2/3-acre lot that provides exceptional outdoor space for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying your privacy. Almost immediately adjacent to Overlook Park and historic Elizabeth Park, offering trails, basketball & tennis courts, a playground, a baseball diamond, beautiful pubic gardens, and a performance venue. The long circular driveway offers easy access and abundant parking, while the durable stucco exterior and solid mid-life roof present a well-maintained facade. Inside, refined hardwood floors, rich architectural trim, and expansive open rooms create an immediate sense of awe and prestige. The 1st floor consists of a nearly 600-square-foot living room, a serene 300-square-foot sunroom, a formal 320-square-foot dining room, a spacious eat-in kitchen with butler's pantry, a convenient laundry area paired with a powder room, and a private study complete with its own half-bath. The 2nd floor features 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, highlighted by a luxurious primary suite. The 3rd floor adds a 6th bedroom, a 4th full bath, flexible open space, and extra storage. The dry basement with a finished hobby room further expands the home's versatility. Ideally located with quick access to Routes 84, 44, 91, and 9, plus the amenities of both downtown Hartford and West Hartford just minutes away. This distinguished property invites you to experience its timeless charm firsthand.
Under contract
$790,000
856 Prospect Avenue, Hartford, CT 06105
6beds
5,870sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1901
0.68 Acres Lot
$765,500 Zestimate®
$135/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Rich architectural trimDurable stucco exteriorRefined hardwood floorsLuxurious primary suiteExpansive open roomsSolid mid-life roof
- 68 days
- 1,293
- 122
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Austin C. Miglin (978)406-5134,
Realty Negotiations LLC 978-406-5134
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24197135
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Other
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Other
Den
- Level: Other
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Study
- Level: Main
Sun room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
Features
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Attic: Finished,Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 4
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,870
- Total interior livable area: 5,870 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,870
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Paved, Off Street, Driveway, Private
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Lot
- Size: 0.68 Acres
- Features: Level
Details
- Parcel number: 599021
- Zoning: N1-1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1901
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: West End
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hartford
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $135/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $248,908
- Annual tax amount: $17,162
- Date on market: 8/5/2026
Estimated market value
$765,500
$727,000 - $804,000
$4,851/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/26/2026 | Pending sale | $790,000$135/sqft |
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| 8/5/2026 | Listed for sale | $790,000-11.7%$135/sqft |
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| 10/14/2012 | Listing removed | $895,000$152/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Windsor/Suffield Office #G605493 Report a problem | ||
| 10/13/2011 | Listed for sale | $895,000+11.9%$152/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Windsor Office #G605493 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2008 | Sold | $800,000-11.1%$136/sqft |
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| 2/19/2008 | Listed for sale | $899,900$153/sqft |
Source: Visual Tour #G482924 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $17,162 | $248,908 |
| 2024 | $17,162 +5% | $248,908 +5% |
| 2023 | $16,345 -4.8% | $237,055 -4.8% |
| 2022 | $17,162 +12.5% | $248,908 +21.2% |
| 2021 | $15,252 | $205,310 |
| 2020 | $15,252 | $205,310 |
| 2019 | $15,252 -24.5% | $205,310 -24.5% |
| 2018 | $20,205 +4.9% | $271,980 +4.9% |
| 2016 | $19,263 +5% | $259,291 +5% |
| 2015 | $18,348 +2.5% | $246,974 +2.5% |
| 2014 | $17,899 +2.5% | $240,937 +2.5% |
| 2013 | $17,463 | $235,060 |
| 2012 | $17,463 +1.2% | $235,060 -1.5% |
| 2011 | $17,259 +5.8% | $238,750 +6.5% |
| 2010 | $16,320 +12.7% | $224,200 +12.7% |
| 2009 | $14,486 +5.8% | $199,009 -0.6% |
| 2008 | $13,686 +11.7% | $200,264 +3.6% |
| 2007 | $12,249 +0.8% | $193,233 -32.7% |
| 2006 | $12,149 -22.3% | $287,210 -30% |
| 2005 | $15,637 +57.4% | $410,300 +42.9% |
| 2004 | $9,937 -3.8% | $287,200 -9.2% |
| 2003 | $10,330 +21.4% | $316,300 +8.5% |
| 2001 | $8,506 -7.9% | $291,410 -32.5% |
| 1995 | $9,237 | $431,620 |
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