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3 beds1,926 sqft

265 Balmforth St, Bridgeport, CT 06605

Single FamilyProperty Type
0.42 acresLot Size
1956Year Built
$517/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to this charming ranch-style home in the highly desirable St. Mary's-by-the-Sea section of Black Rock. Offering easy one-level living, this well-appointed residence features three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a spacious living room filled with natural light from large windows. Hardwood floors add warmth to the living room, dining room, and inviting sunroom, which overlooks the mature gardens and offers beautiful water views. The kitchen features granite countertops, a cooktop, wall oven,...Welcome to this charming ranch-style home in the highly desirable St. Mary's-by-the-Sea section of Black Rock. Offering easy one-level living, this well-appointed residence features three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, and a spacious living room filled with natural light from large windows. Hardwood floors add warmth to the living room, dining room, and inviting sunroom, which overlooks the mature gardens and offers beautiful water views. The kitchen features granite countertops, a cooktop, wall oven, and breakfast bar. A main-level laundry room adds everyday convenience. One full bathroom has been thoughtfully updated, while the second retains its original character. Enjoy the outdoors from the backyard patio, located just off the sunroom and surrounded by mature landscaping, gardens, and water views. Additional features include natural-gas hot-water baseboard heat, central air conditioning, off-street driveway parking, and a large, dry basement with convenient interior access. Located within walking distance of the water and offering beach rights, this special home provides a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the best of St. Mary's-by-the-Sea.
  • Listed by: Gail S Robinson 203.521.0768 gail5@optonline.net • William Raveis Real Estate
Last updated: 10/09/2026 05:20 PM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24206403
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Principal and Interest

$5,312

Property Taxes

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Property Information for 265 Balmforth Street

Property Details

  • Taxes: $12,799 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Full With Hatchway
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Expected Active Date: 10-14-2026
  • Garages Number: 0
  • Neighborhood: Black Rock
  • Style: Ranch
  • Subdivision: St. Mary's-by-the-Sea
  • Garage Parking Info: Paved, Off Street Parking, Driveway
  • Swimming Pool: No
  • Expected On Market Date: 10-14-2026

Building Information

  • Year Built: 1956
  • Lot Size: 0.42 AC / 18,295 SF

Summary

Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Fairfield Ave to Gilman St to Balmforth St
  • Elementary School: Black Rock
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Latitude: 41.148554
  • Longitude: -73.230769
  • State: Connecticut
  • Subd Complex: St. Mary's-by-the-Sea
Parking
  • Parking Total Spaces: 2
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2026-June 2027
  • Property Tax: $12,799

Interior and Exterior Features

Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Gutters, Garden Area, Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water, Beach Rights, Water Community, View
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Cook Top, Wall Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Unfinished, Access Via Hatch
  • Cooling System: Central Air
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Info: Main Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Alcove near bedrooms
  • Rooms Additional: Foyer, Laundry Room
  • Rooms Total: 5
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Built-Ins,Fireplace,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: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 5B36C0A9C31C2CC9E063E201100A9DCC
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom

Property

Property and Assessments
  • Color: Grey
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Private, Paved
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Concrete
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1956
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: First Floor, Separate Entry
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Below Grade: 0
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 1926
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Water View
  • Parcel Number: 10880
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 1926.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 1926.0
  • Zoning: N3 Estates
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Domestic
  • Radon Mitigation Air: No
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected

Multi Family

Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Vacant

Property History for 265 Balmforth Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 25, 1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90848887

$175,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/25/1997

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90848887

$175,000

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

Public records

265 Balmforth Street

Beds

3

Baths

2

Total Finished SqFt

1,926 SqFt

Above Grade Finished SqFt

1,926 SqFt

Unfinished Basement SqFt

1,326 SqFt

Stories

1

Schools near 265 Balmforth Street

This home is within Bridgeport School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Black Rock School
PublicPK to 8

Bassick High School
Public9 to 12

Geraldine Claytor Magnet 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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265 Balmforth Street is a single family home Coming Soon in Bridgeport, CT 06605. This property is currently priced at $995,000. This listing's school district is Bridgeport School District. Nearby schools include Black Rock School, Bassick High School and Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy. 265 Balmforth Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,926 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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Listing Courtesy of William Raveis Real Estate, Gail S Robinson

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