May Contracts: Rebound

May contracts rebounded sharply from the seemingly out-of-line data point reported for April. Hartford County finished the month with 1,123 single-family contracts. It was a higher total than any of the spring months in 2016, or any other month since we began tracking contracts using this methodology in 2009. The May total brought the year to date deal count to within 2 of May 2016 count. Inventory data showed that there was a modest increase

21 Capitol Ave, Unit C, Hartford

Historic charm and modern updates make this condo a fantastic option for carefree living, right in the heart of Downtown Hartford. This townhouse-style unit is move-in ready with an open floor plan, high ceilings, exposed brick, oversized windows, hardwood floors throughout, new lighting fixtures and fresh paint. The remodeled kitchen offers granite counters, stainless steel appliances, updated cabinetry, and a breakfast bar. The space flows into the dining area and beyond to the living room

550 Fern Street, West Hartford

550 Fern is a turnkey home with a family room addition off the back. A landscaped front yard invites you to enter the traditional Colonial. The front-to-back living room is spacious, and includes a gas fireplace. The updated kitchen is open to the dining room, and features stainless appliances, stone counters, multiple pantry closets, and counter seating. A family room with built-in shelving connects the kitchen back around to the living room. The updated full

28 North Quaker Lane, West Hartford

There’s lots to love about this charming Colonial, just a short walk to West Hartford Center and Blue Back Square. A traditional full width porch welcomes you to the home. Inside, the freshly painted interior and hardwood floors set the stage. An oversized living room features a wood burning fireplace and built-in bookcases. The formal dining room has a corner hutch and connects to the kitchen. The kitchen features a large eat-in space, butler’s pantry,

140 Elizabeth Street, Hartford’s West End

Welcome to a stately Tudor, adjacent to historic Elizabeth Park in Hartford’s West End. 140 Elizabeth greets you with a spacious foyer with new hardwood flooring and grand stairs. The front to back living room features a charming fireplace with an insert, and continues to a sunroom overlooking the park. The dining room is a nice size for entertaining, with a French door leading into an office with built-ins and another fireplace with stove. The