Welcome home to this beautiful classic colonial in the heart of West Hartford. This charming three bedroom home features gleaming hardwood floors in every room and many new updates, including a brand new roof. Step into the inviting living room perfect for welcoming guests with plenty of space to host and gather around the cozy fireplace. The bright and expansive kitchen brings culinary dreams to life with an abundance of counter space, cabinets, double oven, and a large breakfast area that overlooks the beautiful backyard. The kitchen flows into the large family room ideal for entertaining with beautiful built-ins and easy access to the back deck. Upstairs there are three spacious bedrooms all featuring hardwood floors and ample closet space. And do not miss the gorgeous newly renovated full bathroom with a double-sink vanity. The partially finished basement adds more living space that can be another family room or exercise space, and also includes a separate laundry room. The large level backyard features a brand new fence that provides privacy and a storage shed for all your gardening needs. This dream home is ideally located only five minutes from West Farms Mall and numerous shops, restaurants, golf courses, parks, and more! It does not get any better than this, do not miss the opportunity to see this fantastic home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.51 acresLot Size
$283Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Carly Roy• Tea Leaf Realty
Listed by Casey Daniels• Tea Leaf Realty
Bought with Dalton Faenza• Coldwell Banker Realty
Source:Smart MLS #24065916
Redfin Estimate
$646,826
$35K since sold in March 2025$0 since July
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This home's estimate is 22.2% higher than the average sale price ($529K) of 6 comparable homes.
This exceptional 1940’s colonial is set back off of Ridgewood Road. The welcoming feel & flowing floor plan makes entertaining effortless. You’ll love cooking with family & friends in your sun drenched 22’X 16’ kitchen. The adjacent family room features custom built ins & access to a large deck overlooking a back yard perfect for playing baseball, soccer or croquet. The dining room, with built in corner cabinet, is perfect for formal entertaining with an easy relaxed sensibility guests will embrace. The living room features a very pretty fireplace & access to the family room. The lower level offers a playroom/office with fireplace, spacious laundry room & large workshop. There is a walk up attic & a spacious attached 2 car garage. Easy access to Rt. 84 & Rt. 9 Move in and live your DREAM LIFESTYLE.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,667 (+5.7%)
$104,500 + $156,030
$260,530
2024
$11,033 (+3.5%)
$104,500 + $156,030
$260,530
2023
$10,661 (+0.6%)
$104,500 + $156,030
$260,530
2022
$10,598 (+5.1%)
$104,500 + $156,030
$260,530
2021
$10,084 (+1.5%)
$119,600 + $118,120
$237,720
2020
$9,937
$111,900 + $125,820
$237,720
2019
$9,937 (+1.9%)
$111,860 + $125,860
$237,720
2018
$9,747
$111,860 + $125,860
$237,720
2017
$9,756 (+8.4%)
$111,860 + $125,860
$237,720
2016
$9,002 (+6.5%)
$90,790 + $137,060
$227,850
2014
$8,452 (+2.9%)
$90,790 + $135,380
$226,170
2011
$8,210
$90,790 + $135,380
$226,170
Tax history for 197 Ridgewood Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,667 (+5.7%)
$104,500 + $156,030
$260,530
2024
$11,033 (+3.5%)
$104,500 + $156,030
$260,530
2023
$10,661 (+0.6%)
$104,500 + $156,030
$260,530
2022
$10,598 (+5.1%)
$104,500 + $156,030
$260,530
2021
$10,084 (+1.5%)
$119,600 + $118,120
$237,720
2020
$9,937
$111,900 + $125,820
$237,720
2019
$9,937 (+1.9%)
$111,860 + $125,860
$237,720
2018
$9,747
$111,860 + $125,860
$237,720
2017
$9,756 (+8.4%)
$111,860 + $125,860
$237,720
2016
$9,002 (+6.5%)
$90,790 + $137,060
$227,850
2014
$8,452 (+2.9%)
$90,790 + $135,380
$226,170
2011
$8,210
$90,790 + $135,380
$226,170
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.51 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,929
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Hartford County
APN
1906233
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 10, 2026.
Mar 25, 2025 • Active
Electrical
Upgrade the electrical service to 200 amps.
Electrical
Mar 7, 2025 • Final
Roofing-siding
Remove all old shingles and accessories. Install new shingles and accessories with ice and water shield on the eaves. Install seam tape between all the sheathing.
Roofing
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