856 Prospect Avenue, Hartford, Connecticut

$790,000

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6

Beds

6

Baths

5,870

Square feet

0.68

Acres

About 856 Prospect Avenue

This elegant, 6,000-square-foot residence in Hartford's prestigious West End is set on a generous 2/3-acre lot that provides exceptional outdoor space for entertaining, gardening, or simply enjoying your privacy. Almost immediately adjacent to Overlook Park and historic Elizabeth Park, offering trails, basketball & tennis courts, a playground, a baseball diamond, beautiful pubic gardens, and a performance venue. The long circular driveway offers easy access and abundant parking, while the durable stucco exterior and solid mid-life roof present a well-maintained facade. Inside, refined hardwood floors, rich architectural trim, and expansive open rooms create an immediate sense of awe and prestige. The 1st floor consists of a nearly 600-square-foot living room, a serene 300-square-foot sunroom, a formal 320-square-foot dining room, a spacious eat-in kitchen with butler's pantry, a convenient laundry area paired with a powder room, and a private study complete with its own half-bath. The 2nd floor features 5 bedrooms and 3 full baths, highlighted by a luxurious primary suite. The 3rd floor adds a 6th bedroom, a 4th full bath, flexible open space, and extra storage. The dry basement with a finished hobby room further expands the home's versatility. Ideally located with quick access to Routes 84, 44, 91, and 9, plus the amenities of both downtown Hartford and West Hartford just minutes away. This distinguished property invites you to experience its timeless charm firsthand.

Features of 856 Prospect Avenue

MLS® # 24197135
Price $790,000
Bedrooms 6
Bathrooms 6.00
Full Baths 4
Half Baths 2
Square Footage 5,870
Acres 0.68
Type Single Family For Sale
Style Colonial
Status Active

Community Information

Address 856 Prospect Avenue
Area West End
City Hartford
County Hartford
State Connecticut
Zip Code 06105

Amenities

Parking Spaces 12
Parking Paved, Off Street Parking, Driveway
Is Waterfront No
Waterfront Not Applicable
Has Pool No

Interior

Appliances Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Heating Radiator, Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Fireplace Yes
# of Fireplaces 4
Has Basement Yes
Basement Full, Partially Finished

Exterior

Exterior Stucco
Lot Description Level Lot
Roof Asphalt Shingle
Foundation Stone

School Information

Elementary Per Board of Ed
High Per Board of Ed

Additional Information

Date Listed August 5th, 2026
Days on Market 35
Zoning N1-1
RE / Bank Owned No

Listing Details

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Listing information last updated on September 10th, 2026 at 8:10am EDT.