178 Linen Ave

Bridgeport, CT 06604

$299,000
Price
3
Beds
1,120 Sq. Ft.
$267 / Sq. Ft.
1,120
Sq. Ft.
$267
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Investors, builders, and first-time homebuyers alike, welcome to this incredible opportunity in Bridgeport's Hollow neighborhood. This 3-bedroom home is a true diamond in the rough, offering the perfect chance to build equity, renovate, or create your ideal home. Enter into the spacious eat-in kitchen, complete with a gas range and plenty of room for cooking and dining. The kitchen flows into a large living room featuring durable vinyl flooring, creating a comfortable space for everyday living and...Investors, builders, and first-time homebuyers alike, welcome to this incredible opportunity in Bridgeport's Hollow neighborhood. This 3-bedroom home is a true diamond in the rough, offering the perfect chance to build equity, renovate, or create your ideal home. Enter into the spacious eat-in kitchen, complete with a gas range and plenty of room for cooking and dining. The kitchen flows into a large living room featuring durable vinyl flooring, creating a comfortable space for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. The basement offers valuable bonus space that can be used as a playroom, home office, gym, workshop, or additional living area. Outside, the large, level backyard provides endless possibilities. Expand the home, create an outdoor retreat, or simply enjoy the open space. A detached garage adds even more versatility and is currently being used for storage, with plenty of room for a vehicle, workshop, or hobby space. Recent updates include a boiler approximately 5 years old and a hot water heater approximately 2 years old. Conveniently located near restaurants, shopping, public transportation, and major commuter routes, this property offers tremendous potential at an attractive value. Don't miss the chance to make this home your next investment or personal residence!
  1. Listed by Chris Balestriere • William Raveis Real Estate
    P: (203)-216-0113 C: (203)-216-0113 chrisbbuyshomes@gmail.com

Property Details for 178 Linen Avenue

Basement Description
Partial, Unfinished, Storage, Partial With Walk-Out
Direct Waterfront
No
Expected Active Date
06-20-2026
Garages Number
1
Neighborhood
N/A
Style
Colonial
Garage Parking Info
Detached Garage
Swimming Pool
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/20/2026 04:05 AM

Property Details for 178 Linen Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #24183001
Days on Market1
Taxes$3,440 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1867
Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,969 SF
CountyFairfield County
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Location

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Building Information for 178 Linen Avenue

Stories-Year Built1867Building Size-Lot Size0.16 AC / 6,969 SF

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$1,777 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,490

Property Taxes

$287

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 178 Linen Avenue

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Use GPS
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.184199
  • Longitude: -73.200552
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
  • Property Tax: $3,440
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Stone Wall
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Access Via Hatch
  • Cooling System: None
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Rooms Total: 5
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Vinyl Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 53ECEBFB47A098F1E063E201100AED53
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: Gray
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Wood
  • Foundation Type: Block
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1867
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1120
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Interior Lot, Level Lot, Open Lot
  • Parcel Number: 16726
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1120.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1120.0
  • Zoning: RC
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Gas In Street
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Tank Size Unknown
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Tenant

Property History for 178 Linen Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

SMARTMLS #24183001

$299,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/20/2026

Listed (Active)

SMARTMLS #24183001

$299,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 178 Linen Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$38,360Additions$40,820Total$79,180
Tax Record2024$3,440 ($287 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,120 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,120 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,948 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1867ZoningRCCountyGREATER BRIDGEPORTAPNBDPT M:40 B:1027 L:4

Schools near 178 Linen Avenue

This home is within Bridgeport School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Geraldine Johnson School
Public - PK to 8
Bassick High School
Public - 9 to 12
Classical Studies Academy
Public - PK to 8
Bridgeport Military Academy
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Geraldine Johnson School
PublicPK to 8

Bassick High School
Public9 to 12

Classical Studies Academy
PublicPK to 8

Bridgeport Military Academy
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 178 Linen Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604

178 Linen Avenue is a single family home for sale in Bridgeport, CT 06604. This listing's school district is Bridgeport School District. Nearby schools include Geraldine Johnson School, Bassick High School and Classical Studies Academy. 178 Linen Avenue is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,120 sqft single family home built in 1867.

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Listing Courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate, Chris Balestriere

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