189 Whitman Ave West Hartford, CT 06107
Estimated payment $5,733/month
Total Views
272
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,621
Sq Ft
$315
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Popular Property
- Colonial Architecture
- Attic
- Braeburn School Rated A
- Finished Attic
- 3-minute walk to Fernridge Park
About This Home
Welcome to 189 Whitman Avenue - an elegant 1917 American Foursquare Colonial in the heart of West Hartford, showcasing exquisite millwork and timeless craftsmanship. This is more than a home - it's a lifestyle. Perfectly positioned just steps from West Hartford Center, you're moments from dinner, drinks, coffee, and boutique shopping. Across the street, Fernridge Park offers tennis courts, sports fields, a duck pond, playground, and a brand-new pool with splash pad. Inside, period charm radiates with gorgeous original woodwork, soaring ceilings, a gracefully turned staircase, and hardwood floors throughout. An expansive front porch invites you to unwind on warm summer evenings. Distinctive spaces abound - a sun-filled first-floor office, a cozy second-floor reading nook, and an upstairs terrace perfect for savoring afternoon sunsets. Blending old-world beauty with modern comfort, the home features an expanded kitchen, updated bathrooms, a spacious primary suite, and generously sized bedrooms - all complemented by a lovely yard ideal for gardening, play, or outdoor entertaining. Here's your opportunity to own a piece of West Hartford history - where character, comfort, and convenience converge.
Open House Schedule
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Friday, August 15, 20254:00 to 7:00 pm8/15/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:008/15/2025 7:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
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Saturday, August 16, 20251:00 to 3:00 pm8/16/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:008/16/2025 3:00:00 PM +00:00Add to Calendar
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $14,592
Year Built
- Built in 1917
Lot Details
- 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
- Property is zoned R-10,R
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Concrete Foundation
- Block Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,621 Sq Ft Home
- 1 Fireplace
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Storage In Attic
- Walkup Attic
- Finished Attic
Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Schools
- Braeburn Elementary School
- Hall High School
Utilities
- Mini Split Air Conditioners
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Hot Water Circulator
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 1911704
Map
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $14,592 | $325,850 | $138,880 | $186,970 |
| 2024 | $13,800 | $325,850 | $138,880 | $186,970 |
| 2023 | $13,334 | $325,850 | $138,880 | $186,970 |
| 2022 | $13,164 | $323,610 | $138,880 | $184,730 |
| 2021 | $12,973 | $305,830 | $135,030 | $170,800 |
| 2020 | $12,380 | $296,170 | $131,110 | $165,060 |
| 2019 | $12,380 | $296,170 | $131,110 | $165,060 |
| 2018 | $12,143 | $296,170 | $131,110 | $165,060 |
| 2017 | $12,155 | $296,170 | $131,110 | $165,060 |
| 2016 | $10,048 | $254,310 | $98,630 | $155,680 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/15/2025 08/15/25 | For Sale | $825,000 | +26.9% | $315 / Sq Ft |
| 05/03/2022 05/03/22 | Sold | $650,000 | +3.3% | $248 / Sq Ft |
| 03/05/2022 03/05/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/23/2022 02/23/22 | For Sale | $629,000 | -- | $240 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $491,783 | -- | |
| Executors Deed | $222,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $226,900 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan | |
| Closed | $240,000 | Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM | |
| Closed | $287,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Closed | $333,700 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
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Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 24118510
APN: WHAR-000008E-006201-000189-000001
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