1538 Asylum Avenue
West Hartford, Connecticut 06117
- Beds
- 7
- Baths
- 3 | 1
- SqFt
- 4,173
- Acres
- 0.46
- Year Built
- 1925
- Property Type
- Single Family

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About This Home
Highest and Best Due Monday July 13th 5 pm. Welcome to 1538 Asylum Avenue, an exceptional seven-bedroom residence ideally positioned directly across from the iconic Elizabeth Park. Combining timeless architectural elegance with modern comfort, this remarkable home features gracious living spaces, soaring ceilings, exquisite millwork, and an abundance of natural light throughout. A grand foyer welcomes you inside, where a stunning staircase and rich period details set the tone for the home's sophisticated character. At the heart of the residence is a chef's kitchen designed for both everyday living and effortless entertaining, featuring a large center island, generous workspace, and seamless flow into the surrounding gathering areas. Expansive formal living and dining rooms provide elegant spaces for entertaining, while the inviting four-season sunroom offers exceptional versatility as a family room, home office, library, or peaceful retreat. The second floor features a dedicated home office overlooking Elizabeth Park, a spacious primary suite complete with a generous dressing room and private en suite bath, along with two additional well-appointed bedrooms that share a full bath. The third floor expands the home's impressive living space with two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and an expansive recreation room, ideal for billiards, movie nights, watching the big game, a home gym, or gathering with family and friends.
Key Facts
- City/Town
- West Hartford
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- Property / Style
- Single Family · Colonial
- Year Built
- 1925
- Days on Market
- 22 days
- Beds
- 7
- Baths
- 3 full · 1 half
- Living Area
- 4,173 sq ft
- Lot Size
- 0.46 acres
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage
- Property Taxes
- $19,092 / Annually
Market Snapshot
The West Hartford Market
Single Family · trailing 12 months
Active Listings
41
95 under contract
Median List Price
$499,990
41 active listings
Median Closed Price
$559,500
558 sales
Median Days on Market
18
41 active listings
Median $ / Sq Ft
$249
41 active listings
Sale-to-List Ratio
107.5%
558 sales
How this home compares
List Price
$945,000
vs $499,990 median
89.0% above median
Price / Sq Ft
$226
vs $249 median
9.2% below median
Days on Market
22 days
vs 18 days median
4 days longer than median
Based on 41 active and 558 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in West Hartford. Source: SmartMLS · As of July 28, 2026.
Location
1538 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, Connecticut
Estimate Your Payment
Estimated Monthly Payment
Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED · Updated Jul 23, 2026per month
- Principal & Interest$4,818
- Property Taxes$1,591
- Insurance$315
- HOA$0
Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.
Location
- City/Town
- West Hartford
- Neighborhood
- N/A
- County
- Hartford
Residence
- Property Type
- Single Family
- Style
- Colonial
- Year Built
- 1925
- New Construction
- No/Resale
- Living Area
- 4,173 sq ft
Schools
- Elementary
- Aiken
- High
- Hall
Interior
- Heating
- Hot Water
- Heat Fuel
- Natural Gas
- Cooling
- Window Unit
- Fireplaces
- 1
- Laundry
- Lower Level
- Appliances
- Oven/RangeRange HoodRefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalWasherDryer
- Basement
- Full
- Additional Rooms
- Foyer
Exterior & Lot
- Lot Size
- 0.46 acres
- Zoning
- R-10
- Garage / Parking
- 2 garage spacesDetached Garage
- Waterfront Details
- Not Applicable
- Water Source
- Public Water Connected
- Sewer
- Public Sewer Connected
- Pool
- In Ground Pool
- Construction
- Stucco
- Roof
- Slate
- Foundation
- Concrete
- Lot Description
- Level Lot
Listing & Financials
- Property Taxes
- $19,092 / Annually
- Days on Market
- 22
- MLS #
- 24179244
- MLS Status
- Under Contract
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