253 Linen Avenue

Closed 5/21/25
Closed 5/21/25
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$400,000
4 beds2,966 sqft

253 Linen Ave, Bridgeport, CT 06604

Multi FamilyProperty Type
0.13 acresLot Size
1944Year Built
$135/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Discover this charming red brick two-family home, perfectly situated in the heart of Bridgeport. Each spacious unit features two bedrooms and a full bathroom, with bright and airy family rooms and kitchens flooded with natural light from east and south-facing windows overlooking Lafayette Park. The second-floor unit allows access to a walk-up attic, providing extra space that can be transformed into an office, additional living area, or bedroom. The basement also holds potential for added living...Discover this charming red brick two-family home, perfectly situated in the heart of Bridgeport. Each spacious unit features two bedrooms and a full bathroom, with bright and airy family rooms and kitchens flooded with natural light from east and south-facing windows overlooking Lafayette Park. The second-floor unit allows access to a walk-up attic, providing extra space that can be transformed into an office, additional living area, or bedroom. The basement also holds potential for added living space and has the possibility, with proper diligence and permits, to be converted into a third unit. Recent updates include a newer hot water system for the second floor and a newer roof, designed to accommodate the existing solar panels. Bring your vision and explore how this versatile property could be the perfect multi-family investment for you! Property to be Sold AS-IS. Subject to Probate Court Approval.
  • Listed by: Jack Connelly 203.260.5686 jackconn97@gmail.com • eXp Realty
  • Listed by: Michael A Julian 866.828.3951 mjulian@adamllc.net • eXp Realty
Listing closed: 05/21/2025 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24055623
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Listing Courtesy of eXp Realty, Jack Connelly; eXp Realty, Michael A Julian

Sold By Higgins Group Real Estate, Kelley Ferreira

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Principal and Interest

$2,135

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 253 Linen Avenue

Property Details

  • Taxes: $8,104 / year
  • MLS Type: Multi-Family / 2 Family
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Neighborhood: Central
  • Style: Units on different Floors
  • Garage Parking Info: Off Street Parking, Driveway
  • Swimming Pool: No

Building Information

  • Residences: 2
  • Year Built: 1944
  • Lot Size: 0.13 AC / 5,662 SF

Summary

Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: From Park ave to Pequennock street, then left on Linen ave. Across the street from Lafayette Park.
  • Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.185301
  • Longitude: -73.200552
  • State: Connecticut
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 2
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2024-June 2025
  • Property Tax: $8,104

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Waterfront Description: Not Applicable
Interior Features
  • Attic Description: Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Window Unit
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 0
  • Rooms Total: 10

Property

Property and Assessments
  • Construction Description: Brick
  • Driveway Type: Private
  • Exterior Siding: Brick
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1944
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2966
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Level Lot
  • Parcel Number: 16570
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2966.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2966.0
  • Zoning: RC
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Tank Size Unknown
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected

Multi Family

Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Tenant
  • Total Number of Units: 2
  • Total Rooms Multi Family: 10
Unit 1
  • Unit Entry Order: 1
  • Unit Full Baths: 1
  • Unit Modified Date: 03-03-2025
  • Unit Num Bedrms: 2
  • Unit Num Rooms: 5
Unit 2
  • Unit Entry Order: 2
  • Unit Full Baths: 1
  • Unit Modified Date: 03-03-2025
  • Unit Num Bedrms: 2
  • Unit Num Rooms: 5

Property History for 253 Linen Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 21, 2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1882927093

$400,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/21/2025

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1882927093

$400,000

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Public Records for 253 Linen Avenue

Taxable Value

Land

$41,970

Additions

$144,540
Total$186,510

Tax Record

2025

$8,104 ($675 / month)

Home Facts

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

2,966 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

2,966 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

1,156 SqFt

Stories

2

Lot Size

5,750 SqFt

Style

Duplex

Year Built

1944

Year Renovated

1944

Zoning

RC

County

GREATER BRIDGEPORT

APN

BDPT M:40 B:1016 L:3

Schools near 253 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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Listing Courtesy of eXp Realty, Jack Connelly; eXp Realty, Michael A Julian

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