$485,000

490 Fern St West Hartford, CT 06107

$5,759
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
2,058 sqft
0.3 acres
$236 / sqft
House

Property details

About 490 Fern St

Located just half a mile from West Hartford Center, this 3-4 bedroom, 2-bath home boasts incredible charm, modern updates, and period details. The first floor features high ceilings, large updated windows, contemporary light fixtures, hardwood floors, and beautiful architectural details. The floor plan is flexible! The main level includes multiple living spaces, a spacious dining room, an updated kitchen, a full bath, and a mudroom. The second level offers four bedrooms (town card has three), a full bath, and numerous closets. This home also has a front porch, a side porch, and a back porch! The front porch embodies everything you'd expect from a Victorian, with lovely details and views toward the center down Arundel. The back porch includes a potting shed, perfect for gardening enthusiasts and convenient for storing cushions during the off-season or unexpected summer rains. The back porch is large enough for outdoor meals and entertaining, overlooking the yard. The yard is open, flat, and level. There is a two-car detached garage with a full walk-up. This space over the garage can be used as a workshop but also has the potential to be converted into a home office or recreation area! Gas heat, close proximity to West Hartford Center, Fernridge Park, Trout Brook Trail, and Bishop's Corner.

Highlights

Home typeOther
HeatingHot Water
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size2,058 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.26 Acres
Year built1880
ParkingDetached Garage
MLS #24085164
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 24085164
  • Office Name: William Raveis Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (860) 521-4311
  • Office Email: paula.ostop@raveis.com
  • Listing Agent: Paula Fahy Ostop

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victorian-style house featuring a residential view, a garage, a shingled roof, and a front lawn

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490 Fern St

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Dec 26, 2019
Home Sold
$272,950
Jul 25, 1997
Home Sold
$119,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$222,090$9,406
2023$222,090$9,088
2022$222,090$9,035
2021$200,900$8,522
2020$200,900$8,398
2019$200,900$8,398

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

8

Morley School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

77 Bretton Rd

9

Bugbee School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

1943 Asylum Ave

8

Braeburn School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

45 Braeburn Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $132,770. Residents of West Hartford, CT typically earn between $100k-200k each year. Typical family type is married, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is masters degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

6%
<35k
33%
35k-100k
37%
100k-200k
24%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

24%
Single, No Kids
6%
Single, with Kids
41%
Married, No Kids
29%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
11%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
14%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus
  • CadillacCadillac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • NewsNews
  • ClassicalClassical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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About 490 Fern St

This home is located at 490 Fern St in West Hartford, CT and zip code 06107. This 2,058 square foot home, which was built in 1880, sits on a 0.26 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $485,000.

In March 2025 more than 34 listings in West Hartford, CT were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 3 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 4 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in West Hartford, CT between February and March 2025 increased by 15.1%.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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