NOT LISTED FOR SALE

188 Fern St West Hartford, CT 06119

Estimated Value: $902,000 - $1,158,892

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,377 Sq Ft
$235/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold January 04, 2022

Last sale price $880,000 $201 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,256/month

72 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Open Floorplan
  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes
  • Whiting Lane School Rated A
  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck

About This Home

As of January 2022

Elegant colonial with an open floor plan set on professionally landscaped lot, down a private lane, an easy walk to Elizabeth Park. Gracious foyer with a sweeping staircase opens to formal living room with a wood burning fireplace and formal dining room. Entertain with style in this custom gourmet kitchen with an abundance of cabinets, Brazilian granite countertops , and high-end stainless steel appliances with a large eat-in area surrounded by windows, leading to an expansive deck. The adjacent sun-drenched family room has a vaulted ceiling and is the perfect gathering place for family and friends. There is also a separate walk-in pantry with custom cabinetry and first floor laundry. The first floor primary bedroom has multiple closets, a luxurious ensuite bath with double vanities and a custom oversize shower. Three additional bedrooms with two full baths, one ensuite, complete the second floor. The gorgeous finished lower level offers an immense area for exercise and play. There is an adjoining finished room that could be used as a 5th bedroom or home office with access to the two car garage. This home is idyllically situated on a .51 private acres with spectacular three season flowering plantings, a sunny backyard with a stunning stone path surrounding the 27' pool and an enormous Trex deck for dining alfresco on fall evenings. Newer mechanicals, freshly painted, completely move-in ready. A list of updates is attached to the the listing. This will be your forever home!!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ginny Proft

William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0759667 Listed on: 10/07/2021

William Raveis Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Sunisha Thomas

Reddy Realty, LLC License #RES.0796721

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,574

Year Built

  • Built in 1990

Lot Details

  • 0.51 Acre Lot
  • Open Space
  • Level Lot
  • Partially Wooded Lot
  • Many Trees
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-10

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Masonry Siding
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Thermal Windows
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Garage Access

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Eco-Friendly Details

  • ENERGY STAR Certified Homes

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Rain Gutters

Location

  • Property is near public transit
  • Property is near shops
  • Property is near a bus stop

Schools

  • Whiting Lane Elementary School
  • Hall High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Underground Utilities
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Public Transportation

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,574

Year Built

Built in 1990

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Contemporary
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 3327
  • Public Record Living Room Sq Ft: 3127
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1050
  • Total Sq Ft: 4377
  • Year Built: 1990
  • Nearby Amenities: Park, Playground/Tot Lot, Public Rec Facilities, Public Transportation, Shopping/Mall, Tennis Courts, Walk to Bus Lines
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Public Record Gross Sq Ft: 5199
  • Directions: Fern Street, West of Prospect
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Room Count: 10
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Attic Description: Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Partially Finished, Heated, Cooled, Garage Access
  • Interior Amenities: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Available, Open Floor Plan
  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer
  • Additional Rooms: Laundry Room
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Street Number Modifier: 188

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Garden Area, Gutters, Underground Utilities
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Above Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Parking Info: Attached Garage
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Driveway Type: Asphalt

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Air
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • HOA: No
  • Special Association Assessment Y: No

Schools

  • Elementary School: Whiting Lane
  • High School: Hall

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Energy Star Rated, Programmable Thermostat, Thermopane Windows

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.5100
  • Lot Description: Borders Open Space, Level Lot, Lightly Wooded, Treed, Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: R-10

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2021-June 2022
  • Property Tax: 18574
  • Total Assessed Value: 437850
  • Mil Rate Base: 42.420
  • Mil Rate Total: 42.420
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 1897056

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Whiting Lane
  • High School: Hall

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 7, 2021
Closed on
Jan 4, 2022
Sold by
Wahlberg Steven J and Wahlberg Kimberly A
Bought by
Poduval Rajiv R and Anand Vikashi
Seller's Agent
Ginny Proft
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Sunisha Thomas
Reddy Realty, LLC
List Price
$875,000
Sold Price
$880,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.57%
Current Estimated Value
$1,028,964

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$148,964
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.38%
Original Mortgage
$836,000
Outstanding Balance
$772,150
Interest Rate
3.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Estimated Equity
$256,814

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 2, 1992
Sold by
Cipolla John
Bought by
Wahlberg Steven and Wahlberg Kimberly
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Poduval Rajiv R $880,000 None Available
Wahlberg Steven $285,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Poduval Rajiv R $80,000
Open Poduval Rajiv R $836,000
Previous Owner Wahlberg Steven J $100,000
Previous Owner Wahlberg Steven $184,500
Previous Owner Wahlberg Steven $271,000
Previous Owner Wahlberg Steven $272,000
Previous Owner Wahlberg Steven $31,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/04/2022 01/04/22 Sold $880,000 +0.6% $201 / Sq Ft
12/18/2021 12/18/21 Pending -- -- --
10/07/2021 10/07/21 For Sale $875,000 -- $200 / Sq Ft
Source: SmartMLS

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $19,801 $442,180 $117,100 $325,080
2024 $18,726 $442,180 $117,100 $325,080
2023 $18,094 $442,180 $117,100 $325,080
2022 $17,988 $442,180 $117,100 $325,080
2021 $18,574 $437,850 $164,200 $273,650
2020 $18,302 $437,850 $163,000 $274,850
2019 $18,302 $437,850 $163,030 $274,820
2018 $17,952 $437,850 $163,030 $274,820
2017 $17,969 $437,850 $163,030 $274,820
2016 $14,296 $361,830 $125,790 $236,040
2015 $13,862 $361,830 $125,790 $236,040
2014 $13,522 $361,830 $125,790 $236,040
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 170442253

SmartMLS

APN: WHAR-000007H-001981-000188