205 Shell Street

Closed 5/8/23
Closed 5/8/23
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Last Sold Price
$360,000
3 beds1,728 sqft$208/sqft
205 Shell St, Bridgeport, CT 06605

Description

Here’s your opportunity to own a beautifully maintained Cape Cod home in the desirable Black Rock area of Bridgeport. As you enter this charming home, you'll be greeted by a large living room to the right, and a formal dining room to the left, both featuring beautiful hardwood floors. The newly renovated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and plenty of cabinet space. The dining area is perfect for hosting family dinners or entertaining guests. The first floor primary bedroom...Here’s your opportunity to own a beautifully maintained Cape Cod home in the desirable Black Rock area of Bridgeport. As you enter this charming home, you'll be greeted by a large living room to the right, and a formal dining room to the left, both featuring beautiful hardwood floors. The newly renovated kitchen boasts stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, and plenty of cabinet space. The dining area is perfect for hosting family dinners or entertaining guests. The first floor primary bedroom is situated right next to the updated full bath which features modern fixtures and elegant tile work. Upstairs, you'll find two more bedrooms. But what really sets this home apart is its potential in-law suite. The large fully-finished basement has a half bathroom and an extra room, giving it the perfect potential for an in-law. With plenty of backyard space for outdoor entertaining, and being just a short distance to Captain’s Cove and St. Mary’s by the Sea, this one is not to be missed! Multiple offers, highest and best due by friday 3/31 at 3pm
LISTING CLOSED: 05/08/2023 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Nikoll Selca • Lakeshore Realty
    P: (203) 449-9347 C: (203) 449-9347 nick@lsrealtyteam.com

Property Details for 205 Shell Street

Status
Closed
MLS #
170557896
Days on Market
14
Taxes
$7,027 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential
Year Built
1980
Lot Size
0.11 AC / 4,791 SF
County
Fairfield County
Basement Description
Full With Hatchway, Fully Finished
Direct Waterfront
No
Garages Number
0
Neighborhood
Black Rock
Style
Cape Cod
Garage Parking Info
Paved, Off Street Parking
Swimming Pool
No

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$370,000

Avg days on market

34

Sale-to-list ratio

100.7%

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Listing Courtesy of Lakeshore Realty, Nikoll Selca

Sold By Douglas Elliman of Connecticut, Remy Cook

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Building Information for 205 Shell Street

Stories-Year Built1980Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,791 SF

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Property Information for 205 Shell Street

Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Use GPS
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • Flood Zone: Yes
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.15975
  • Longitude: -73.22032
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 4
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Property Tax: $7,027
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Electric Cooktop, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Baseboard
  • Attic YN: No
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Laundry Room Info: Lower Level
  • Room Count: 8
  • Rooms Total: 6
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Quartz Counters,Remodeled
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Remodeled
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Half Bath
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Exterior Siding: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 2324
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 576
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1152
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: In Flood Zone, Level Lot
  • Parcel Number: 11461
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1152.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1728.0
  • Zoning: RB
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil, Solar
  • Hot Water Description: Electric, Solar Assisted
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected

Property History for 205 Shell Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 24, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1510914729

$360,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/24/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1510914729

$360,000

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

Public Records for 205 Shell Street

Taxable ValueLand$77,910Additions$91,680Total$169,590
Tax Record2025$7,369 ($614 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,152 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,152 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt576 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1980Year Renovated1980ZoningRBCountyGREATER BRIDGEPORTAPNBDPT M:12 B:221 L:27

Schools near 205 Shell Street

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

Bassick High School
Public9 to 12

Bridgeport Military Academy
Public9 to 12

Classical Studies Academy
PublicPK to 8

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 205 Shell Street, Bridgeport, CT 06605
$360,000
3
1,728
4,791
185 Shell Street, Bridgeport, CT 06605
$379,000
3
1,200
2,613
248 Harbor Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605
$159,000
3
768
0
230 Harbor Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605
–
3
1.5
1,044
5,000
183 Shell Street, Bridgeport, CT 06605
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3
1.5
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2,529
228 Harbor Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605
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