274 Balmforth Street

Closed 9/19/23
Closed 9/19/23
Steps to L I Sound, Black Rock Harbor and Ash Creek
Sold
Last Sold Price
$905,000
3 beds2,597 sqft
274 Balmforth St, Bridgeport, CT 06605
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.23 acresLot Size
1920Year Built
$348/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Beautifully updated St. Mary's By The Sea Colonial offering great water views and sunsets of Ash Creek. The owner had comfort and entertaining in mind and paid attention to detail when remodeling by opening up the new custom kitchen to the dining room and sunken family room w/sliders to the rear patio with fireplace. The living room with gas fireplace is open to the sun room/office and have both with walls of windows letting in the great views. The Primary Bedroom offers a full bathroom, walk in...Beautifully updated St. Mary's By The Sea Colonial offering great water views and sunsets of Ash Creek. The owner had comfort and entertaining in mind and paid attention to detail when remodeling by opening up the new custom kitchen to the dining room and sunken family room w/sliders to the rear patio with fireplace. The living room with gas fireplace is open to the sun room/office and have both with walls of windows letting in the great views. The Primary Bedroom offers a full bathroom, walk in closet, laundry and a relaxing balcony to take in the views. Enjoy the Black Rock lifestyle strolling, running and biking around St. Mary's, take advantage of all the great community events, waterfront social and boating clubs and inviting restaurants and coffee houses. Commuter access is easy with train stations and I-95 nearby.
  • Listed by: John Kleps 203.258.8733 johnkleps@bhhsne.com • Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Listing closed: 09/19/2023 12:00 AM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 170591163
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Property Information for 274 Balmforth Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $12,640 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • County: Fairfield County
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 2
  • Neighborhood: Black Rock
  • Style: Colonial
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: No
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Lot Size: 0.23 AC / 10,018 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Gilman or Grovers to Balmforth
  • Elementary School: Black Rock
  • High School: Bassick
  • Latitude: 41.149118
  • Longitude: -73.230933
  • Middle Jr High School: Per Board of Ed
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Park
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Special Association Assessment: No
  • Property Tax: $12,640
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Tour: No
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Patio
  • Waterfront Description: Beach, View, Walk to Water
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Attic Description: Walk-up, Partially Finished
  • Cooling System: Ductless, Split System
  • Heat Type: Hot Water
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Primary Bedroom
  • Room Count: 9
  • Rooms Total: 9
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: Gas Log Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: Quartz Counters,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: Sliders,Sunken
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 02E6892215294D6EE063D501100ADFFF
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: Half Bath,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Study
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: Balcony/Deck,Full Bath,Laundry Hookup,Walk-In Closet,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Hardwood Floor
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 02E6892215294D6EE063D501100ADFFF
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: Wall/Wall Carpet
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Driveway Type: Paved
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Wood
  • Foundation Type: Masonry
  • Fuel Tank Location: In Basement
  • Gross SQFT Per Public Records: 4334
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Asphalt Shingle
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 2597
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Water View
  • Parcel Number: 10430
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 2597.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 2597.0
  • Zoning: res
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel Type: Oil
  • Hot Water Description: Domestic
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Yes
  • Radon Mitigation Water: No
  • Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Tenant

Property History for 274 Balmforth Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 8, 2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1520705409

$905,000

+10.7% / yr

Apr 6, 2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #569227048

$425,000

-3.6% / yr

Jan 23, 2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #190524314

$620,000

+11.6% / yr

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/08/2023

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #1520705409

$905,000

+10.7% / yr

04/06/2016

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #569227048

$425,000

-3.6% / yr

01/23/2006

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #190524314

$620,000

+11.6% / yr

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

Public Records for 274 Balmforth Street

Taxable ValueLand$158,390Additions$140,350Total$298,740
Tax Record2025$12,980 ($1,082 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,597 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,597 SqFtUnfinished Basement SqFt351 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,155 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated1920ZoningRAACountyGREATER BRIDGEPORTAPNBDPT M:5 B:120 L:31

Schools near 274 Balmforth Street

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