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1937 Neoclassical
West Hartford, Connecticut 06117
1937 Brick Neo-Classic Center Hall Colonial
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1937 solid brick neo-classic colonial
"Dramatic," "Unique" and "Stately," are the words to describe this solid brick, center hall colonial with neo-classic fascade featuring symetrical white pilasters and an arched pediment at the front door. While maintaining the period and architectural details, this home has been fully and tastefully renovated, including new roof, bathrooms and exterior brick preservation.
West Hartford, CT is a destination town for young families and professionals. A few minutes from the state capitol, West Hartford offers a nationally recognized, blue-ribbon school system, expansive parks, new skating and swimming facilities, top rated libraries and a thriving center business district in the tradition of classic New England town greens.
This home is located in the sought after Norfeldt Elementary, King Philip Middle and Hall High School district and is within walking distance to all schools and the popular Bishops Corner retail district. Read more about this family town at www.west-hartford.com.
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West Hartford, CT is a destination town for young families and professionals. A few minutes from the state capitol, West Hartford offers a nationally recognized, blue-ribbon school system, expansive parks, new skating and swimming facilities, top rated libraries and a thriving center business district in the tradition of classic New England town greens.
This home is located in the sought after Norfeldt Elementary, King Philip Middle and Hall High School district and is within walking distance to all schools and the popular Bishops Corner retail district. Read more about this family town at www.west-hartford.com.
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2 Stories | |
Bedrooms | 5 |
Full Baths | 3 |
Half Baths | 2 |
Heated Sq. Ft. | 4,200 |
Acres | 0.7 |
Features.
- 1st Floor Bath
- Den
- Dining room
- Entry Hall
- Finished Basement
- Foyer
- Kitchen
- Laundry Room
- Living room
- Master bedroom upstairs
- Driveway - Paved
- Fresh paint
- Patio
- Porch
- Restored exterior
- Built-in Bookcases
- Built-in Cabinets
- Ceramic Tile
- Fireplaces
- Grand staircase
- Laundry Chute
- Original wood windows
- Walk-In Closet(s)
- Wood floors
- Central air
- City sewer
- City water supply
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Gas heating
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Security System
- Water Heater - Gas
- Sleeping Porch
- 2 ovens/sinks/island
- 3 car garage
- copper exterior details
- Designed by Noted Architect Walter P. Crabtree, Jr.
- leaded glass windows
- mud entrance
- Mudroom with closet
- new roof
- Original Pecky Cyprus Wood Paneled lower level with matching bar
- Potential for 2 additional bedrooms
- Solid Brick/Steel Construction
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West Hartford, CT Family Home
1937 Neo-classic, center hall colonial, with solid brick and steel construction. This signature home was designed by noted local architect, Walter P. Crabtree, Jr. and is sited dramatically atop .69 acres. Respectfully restored and preserved for the next generation, this warm home features architectural details and old world craftsmanship.A two story foyer greets visitors with leaded glass windows and a beautiful staircase.
Offering a total of 4200 sq. ft., this home has solid oak refinished floors throughout and has been freshly painted. The front to back living room has a raised panel fireplace mantle, french doors and opens to a brick terrace for gracious entertaining. Formal dining room includes 2 corner built-ins with swing door to gourmet kosher kitchen is updated with center island, 2 ovens, 2 sinks, and sub-zero refridgerator.
A rich, wood paneled library with built-ins and corner fireplace also leads to wonderfully large, level, private outdoor setting.
Front and back staircases offer functional flow for both family life and entertaining.
New first floor powder room features porcelain marble style tile with Kohler French Gold and Toto fixtures. New mudroom is completely remodeled with exposed brick and porcelain limestone tile floor.
Second floor includes 5 large scale bedrooms with 3 full baths. Highlights of the Master suite are a fireplace, new marble master bath, walk-in closet, all leading to the original sleeping porch. Currently used as a home office, one of the bedrooms has full bath and exists to a roof-top deck. Potential exists for 2 additional bedrooms.
Lower level is 700 sq ft. of finished space with original Pecky Cyprus solid wood paneling, wet bar, storage and laundry rooms, half bath and laundry shoot.
Exciting expansion possibilities include 3 garage bays with heat, h/c water and electric, or enclosing terrace utilizing existing footings.
Archived in March, 2007
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