New
$995,000
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,926 sqft · 18,295 sqft lot
265 Balmforth St, Bridgeport, CT 06605
Single family · Built 1956 · $517/sqft ·
$6,124/mo est. payment
3D tourFlood factor 1/10
About this home
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 sunset 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.
Facts and features
Bedrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom Level: Main
- Bedroom 1 Level: Main
- Bedroom 2 Level: Main
- Primary Bedroom Features: Hardwood Floor
Other Rooms
- Total Rooms: 5
- Basement Features: Full, Unfinished, Interior Access, Concrete Floor, Full With Hatchway
- Sun Room Level: Main
- Living Room Level: Main
- Sun Room Features: Hardwood Floor
- Living Room Features: Built-Ins, Fireplace, Hardwood Floor
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Appliances
- Cook top
- Wall oven
- Range hood
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Washer
- Dryer
- Laundry Features: Alcove near bedrooms, Main Level
Heating and Cooling
- Cooling Features: Central Air
- Heating Features: Hot Water
- Heating Fuel: Natural Gas
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Water Heaters: Natural Gas, Domestic
Kitchen and Dining
- Dining Room Features: Hardwood Floor
- Dining Room Level: Main
Exterior and Lot Features
- Gutters,garden area,patio
- Patio: Yes
Waterfront and Water Access
- Walk to water,beach rights,water community,view
Schools
- 4
Black Rock School
elementary · K-8 · 0.6 mi
- 1
Bassick High School
high · 9-12 · 2.1 mi
Catholic Academy of Bridgeport-St. Ann Academy
elementary · K-8 · 0.6 mi
Fusion Academy Ff: Fairfield
high · 6-12 · 1.0 mi
Kid's Time By The Sea
elementary · K-5 · 1.0 mi
- 3
Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy
elementary · K-8 · 1.2 mi
Price history
- Oct 9, 2026 · Listed$995,000
- Jun 25, 1997 · Sold$175,000
Tax history
- 2025$12,253 tax · $282,000 assessed
- 2023$12,253 tax · $282,000 assessed
- 2022$12,253 tax · $282,000 assessed
- 2021$12,253 tax · $282,000 assessed
- 2020$15,749 tax · $291,700 assessed
- 2018$15,860 tax · $291,700 assessed
- 2017$15,860 tax · $291,700 assessed
- 2016$15,860 tax · $291,700 assessed
Home value
$995,149
- Quantarium$995,149
- Cotality$706,100
- Collateral Analytics$1,470,000
Where it is
Listed by Gail Robinson · William Raveis Real Estate - Fairfield/Southport Main · SMARTMLS
