Black Rock: Elevated on a slight knoll sits this attractive Colonial with a fabulous open floor plan, sunny vibe and vintage character. High ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, TONS of natural light. Wide front portico and gracious foyer with French doors lead to large living room with wood burning fireplace, already wired for a TV above. Delightful sunroom perfect for office/playroom/exercise, etc. Living area flows into an inviting kitchen with spacious dining area, newer stainless steel appliances, island with cooktop and counter seating. Practical back entrance mudroom laundry and full bath make for effortless clean-up of sandy beach feet, wet dogs or any mess coming inside. Upstairs boasts a massive primary bedroom (big enough to be split into two rooms), plus two more bedrooms, all with new ceiling fans capturing those ocean breezes off Long Island Sound, just .9 miles away. Spacious hallway bathroom with large tub. Storage galore in basement, full walk-up attic and 440 sq.ft. two-car detached garage. Flat, professionally landscaped yard with garden plot and fully-enclosed deck add up to a relaxed lifestyle in this popular seaside town and in a neighborhood convenient to all the necessities: Only .6 miles to Whole Foods, .7 miles to Metro North train, .5 miles to beach, .9 miles to St. Mary's by the Sea (a paved/lit oceanside pedestrian path/park) and just as close to restaurants, bars, shops, live music on Fairfield Ave. Fairfield is .6 miles away. Don't miss it!
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Colonial
Year Built: 1926
Living Area: 1,907 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Houlihan Lawrence
Office Phone: (203) 869-0700
Listing Agent: Cynthia Searight
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
Basement: Yes
Interior: Open Floor Plan
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Bedroom Count: 3
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
Waterfront: Waterfront, Beach, Water Access
Exterior: Deck, Garden Area
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 2 spaces
Attached Garage: No
Parking: Detached Garage, Driveway
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Landscaped
Lot Size: 0.13 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Steam
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Bassick High School, Public District Grades 9-12
Black Rock School, Public District Grades KG-8
Classical Studies Academy, Public District Grades KG-7
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Leave lights on. Lock bottom locks only.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $529,000
Price Per SqFt: $277/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $10,381
Tax Year: 2021
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Middle School
4
/10
Black Rock School
545 Brewster St
Distance between this listing and this school0.20 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
3
/10
Classical Studies Academy
240 Linwood Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.96 miles
Public District Grades KG-7
High School
1
/10
Bassick High School
1181 Fairfield Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.71 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
9
/10
Sherman School
250 Fern St
Distance between this listing and this school1.34 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
9
/10
Holland Hill School
200 Meadowcroft Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.44 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
2
/10
Bryant School
230 Poplar St
Distance between this listing and this school1.55 miles
Public District Grades PK-6
Assigned Schools
4
/10
Black Rock School
545 Brewster St
Distance between this listing and this school0.20 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
3
/10
Classical Studies Academy
240 Linwood Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.96 miles
Public District Grades KG-7
Nearby Schools
2
/10
Cesar Batalla School
606 Howard Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.54 miles
Public District Grades PK-8
Assigned Schools
1
/10
Bassick High School
1181 Fairfield Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.71 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
9
/10
Fairfield Ludlowe High School
785 Unquowa Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.86 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
7
/10
Fairfield Warde High School
755 Melville Ave
Distance between this listing and this school2.22 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $107,368. Residents of Bridgeport, CT typically earn between $100k-200k each year. Most families are single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 117 Gilman St
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 117 Gilman St property is $529,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 117 Gilman St is a house located in Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06605.
Is this property for sale now?
Active Listing: 117 Gilman St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 117 Gilman St are: Black Rock School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10Classical Studies Academy: GreatSchools Rating 3/10Bassick High School: GreatSchools Rating 1/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $10,381 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
When was this property sold last time and for how much?
The last sale was on July 10, 2018 for $340,000. (source: MLS/tax record).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 117 Gilman St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 117 Gilman St is 1,907 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 117 Gilman St is 1926.
This home is located at 117 Gilman St in Bridgeport, CT and zip code 06605 in the Black Rock neighborhood. This 1,907 square foot home, which was built in 1926, sits on a 0.13 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 10, 2024 and is currently priced at $529,000.
Bridgeport, CT housing market in April 2024 saw over 40 listings sold above listed price, more than 7 sold at listed price and over 22 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Bridgeport, CT between March 2024 and April 2024 decreased by 3.6%. Listings spent 16 days on the market in April 2024, and had a median list price of $335,500 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.