$1,833,000
SOLD AUG 1, 2025

63 Balfour Dr West Hartford, CT 06117

4 Beds
5.5 Baths
6,430 Sq Ft
0.91 Acres

Recently Sold

$285 Per Sq Ft

16% Above List Price

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Open Floorplan
  • Braeburn School Rated A
  • 0.91 Acre Lot
  • Colonial Architecture

About This Home

As of August 2025

Exquisitely situated in one of West Hartford's premier neighborhoods, this beautiful home blends traditional charm with a nod to modern architectural distinction. Greeted by soaring ceilings, majestic foyer, sun-drenched rooms and an open concept layout. You immediately feel the sense of easy living. Over 6000+ finished sq ft allows for effortless entertaining, work, play and relaxation. Gorgeous Chef's Kitchen equipped w/ Subzero, 6 Burner Wolf Stovetop & Pot-filler, Honed granite counters, 11 ft marble island, Double Ovens, Bar area w/ bev. cooler, eating space and builtin desk area. Drop everything in the terrific Laundry/Mudroom w/ loads of cubbies & storage. The 1st floor also boasts a Formal Living Rm w/ vaulted ceilings, fireplace, wall of windows and french doors to patio. Private Office (optional Bedroom #5) and full bath. Formal Dining Rm and Family Rm w/ bay windows, builtins, fireplace and sliders all leading to the backyard patio. 2nd floor: Luxury Primary Suite w/ double sinks, jetted tub, dressing rm/walk-in closet. Three more bedrooms all with their own private full baths complete the 2nd floor. Relax in the fantastic Lower Level: Media/Recreation Rm, Bar/Billiard Rm, Exercise Rm and a multitude of great storage options. Retreat to the lush professionally landscaped backyard oasis. Seamlessly integrated together: mature gardens, heated pool & spa, builtin BBQ, fireplace sitting area and your very own sport court. A very special home and an unbeatable location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marie Mansolillo

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0767159 Listed on: 05/23/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Co-Listed By

Margaret Brennan

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RES.0751593

Last Buyer's Agent

Lou Mira

Coldwell Banker Realty License #REB.0471023

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $32,119

Year Built

  • Built in 1987

Lot Details

  • 0.91 Acre Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R-40

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Concrete Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Cedar Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System

Interior Spaces

  • Open Floorplan
  • Sound System
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • French Doors
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Home Gym

Kitchen

  • Built-In Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Sub-Zero Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Cooler
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

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

Attic

  • Unfinished Attic
  • Attic or Crawl Hatchway Insulated

Partially Finished Basement

  • Heated Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Smart Lights or Controls
  • Smart Thermostat

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage
  • Parking Deck
  • Automatic Garage Door Opener

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Lighting

Pool

  • Heated In Ground Pool
  • Spa
  • Gunite Pool
  • Pool Tile

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Shed
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Wrap Around Porch

Schools

  • Braeburn Elementary School
  • Sedgwick Middle School
  • Conard High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Programmable Thermostat
  • Power Generator
  • 60+ Gallon Tank
  • Hot Water Circulator

Listing and Financial Details

  • Exclusions: garage refrigerator
  • Assessor Parcel Number 1891736

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$32,119

Year Built

Built in 1987

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Neighborhood: N/A
  • Property Type: Single Family For Sale
  • Style: Colonial, Contemporary
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 4780
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 1650
  • Total Sq Ft: 6430
  • Year Built: 1987
  • New Construction: No/Resale
  • Remarks Public Addendum: A private, unparalleled West Hartford location. This home has been meticulously maintained with thoughtful renovations and improvements using the highest standards of design excellence. Take advantage of this lifestyle opportunity.
  • Exclusions: garage refrigerator
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Home Warranty Offered: No
  • Radon Mitigation Air Ynu: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water Ynu: No
  • Directions: Orchard Rd to Rushleigh Rd to #63 Balfour Drive OR Orchard Rd to Morningcrest Dr to #63 Balfour Drive.
  • Financing Used: Withheld
  • Living Area Sq Ft Per Public Record: 4780
  • Street Type: Drive
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Access Via Hatch
  • Basement Description: Full, Heated, Cooled, Partially Finished, Full With Hatchway
  • Interior Amenities: Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Open Floor Plan, Security System
  • Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Subzero, Dishwasher, Disposal, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room, Foyer, Laundry Room, Mud Room
  • Laundry Room Location: Main floor w/ cubbies & storage system
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Attic: Yes
  • Home Automation: Lighting, Security System, Thermostat(s)
  • Street Number Modifier: 63

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Wrap Around, Lighting, French Doors, Patio, Grill, Shed, Porch, Deck, Garden Area, Underground Sprinkler
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Cedar
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Roof Information: Shake Shingle
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
  • Pool: Gunite, Heated, Spa, Tile, In Ground Pool
  • Construction Description: Frame, Concrete

Garage/Parking

  • Garages Number: 3
  • Garage And Parking: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, 80 Gallon Tank
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
  • Sewer: Public Sewer Connected

Schools

  • Elementary School: Braeburn
  • Middle School: Sedgwick
  • High School: Conard

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Generator, Programmable Thermostat

Lot Info

  • Acres: 0.91
  • Lot Description: Fence - Full Professionally Landscaped
  • Zoning: R-40
  • Parcel #: 1891736

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: 32119
  • Total Assessed Value: 717260
  • Mil Rate Total: 44.78

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Braeburn
  • Middle Jr High School: Sedgwick
  • High School: Conard

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2025
Closed on
Aug 1, 2025
Sold by
Costello Leslie
Bought by
Esposito Jonathan M
Seller's Agent
Marie Mansolillo
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Lou Mira
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,575,000
Sold Price
$1,833,000
Premium/Discount to List
$258,000
16.38%
Views
104

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-69.59%
Original Mortgage
$1,466,400
Outstanding Balance
$1,464,795
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$86,854

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 29, 2011
Sold by
Costello John
Bought by
Costello Leslie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 31, 2008
Sold by
Andruskiewicz Peter and Andruskiewicz Danielle S
Bought by
Costello John and Costello Leslie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$625,500
Interest Rate
6.08%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 2000
Sold by
Filer Marlene K
Bought by
Andruszkiewicz Peter and Andruszkiewicz S D
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $1,833,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $900,000 --
Warranty Deed $900,000 --
Warranty Deed $600,000 --
Warranty Deed $600,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,466,400 New Conventional
Previous Owner $623,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $625,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/01/2025 08/01/25 Sold $1,833,000 +16.4% $285 / Sq Ft
06/03/2025 06/03/25 Pending -- -- --
05/29/2025 05/29/25 For Sale $1,575,000 -- $245 / 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 $32,119 $717,260 $139,200 $578,060
2024 $30,376 $717,260 $139,200 $578,060
2023 $29,350 $717,260 $139,200 $578,060
2022 $29,178 $717,260 $139,200 $578,060
2021 $27,767 $654,570 $139,200 $515,370
2020 $27,361 $654,570 $143,200 $511,370
2019 $26,606 $636,510 $143,150 $493,360
2018 $26,097 $636,510 $143,150 $493,360
2017 $26,122 $636,510 $143,150 $493,360
2016 $27,723 $701,680 $224,140 $477,540
2015 $26,881 $701,680 $224,140 $477,540
2014 $26,222 $701,680 $224,140 $477,540
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: SmartMLS

MLS Number: 24094612

SmartMLS

APN: WHAR-000005C-000247-000063