On the northern edge of Bridgeport, the North End is a quiet suburb. It has parks with disc golf courses and wooded hikes as well as easy access to shops and restaurants. The neighborhood is known for its comparatively low home prices, and with Sacred Heart University right at its edge and an hour-long commute to New York City, residents are a mix of students, professionals and generational families.
Most of North End’s homes are Cape Cods, though there’s a smattering of ranch-style homes, raised ranches and colonial-inspired homes. Bridgeport has one of the nation’s highest property tax rates, but getting a home in the North End is still considered a good deal thanks to comparatively low home prices. The median sale price in North End is in the upper $300,000 range, much lower than neighboring communities; West Trumbull ’s median is in the low $600,000s, and Stratfield Village ’s is in the mid $700,000s. North End has similar prices to neighborhoods to its south and west, like Reservoir-Whiskey Hill and Brooklawn-Saint Vincent . North End homes are appreciating in value over time, though. “Back in 2019, you’d be able to find property for $250,000, but now the average purchase price is about $400,000,” says Santiago Jaraba , a broker at Whitestone Real Estate Group who has sold homes here for 5 years. “So it’s a great place to buy, either to invest or just to move in.”These days, homes in the North End that need major renovations occasionally drop into the mid $200,000s, but most start in the mid $300,000s and max out in the low $600,000 range. Even the waterfront homes ringing Lake Forest, which often have private docks, fall into this price range. Townhouses and condos both start out in the mid $100,000s, but condos max out around the upper $200,000s and townhouses can climb to the mid $300,000s. “For the cost, the real estate in North End is a great value,” says Antonio Salerno of RE/MAX Heritage. Most residents own their homes, but there’s also a strong rental presence.
Bridgeport Public Schools serves 19,000 students. Within North End, students might attend John Winthrop School from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade before moving to Central High School. The district has a regional aquaculture center where high schoolers learn seafood science and marine ecology. Class sometimes takes place in a 25-foot lobster boat. Bridgeport families can apply to magnet programs, request in-district transfers or join the state’s open choice program for regional options. Seats are limited, so they’re not guaranteed. They’re typically assigned through lottery and space availability, though sibling preference can play a role. Nearby private options include the top-rated Bridgeport Hope School for kindergarten through eighth grade and the highly rated Kolbe Cathedral Catholic High School. Sacred Heart University is New England’s second-largest independent Catholic university, offering over 80 degree programs.
As part of Bridgeport, the self-proclaimed “Park City” with 1,800 acres of parkland, North End has plenty of access to the outdoors. The 74-acre Elton Rogers Woodland Park spans offers wooded walking trails. Kids explore the playground and splash pad at Puglio Park, while Veterans Memorial Park has a dog park and disc golf course. Lake Forest residents with daily launch passes can launch kayaks, go fishing and swim at the lake’s private beach.
Main Street is lined with major retailers like Marshalls and Petco. While there are a few chain restaurants like Red Lobster and Kentucky Fried Chicken, the North End truly shines through its abundant local restaurants, including: • Merritt Canteen, which has served burgers, hot dogs and shakes here since 1942• Drumstik Bar-B-Q, which specializes in Southern comfort food• Galaxy Diner Restaurant, known for its classic diner food since 1981• Main Street Creamery, a go-to spot that serves ice cream year-roundSalons and banks also dot Main Street, and residents can get groceries at Stop & Shop or Price Rite Marketplace. For even more shopping options, Trumbull Mall is less than 2 miles away in West Trumbull. It has dozens of major retailers like Target, GameStop and JCPenney. Downtown Bridgeport offers restaurants and entertainment venues about 4 miles away.
From the North End, it takes just minutes to hop onto Merritt Parkway, state Route 8/25 or Interstate 95. “I think the North End offers a great location because it’s near the highways and we’re only an hour away from New York City,” Jaraba says. The drive to Manhattan can take as much as three hours at peak travel times, so it’s important to plan trips carefully. From Downtown Bridgeport’s Metro-North Railroad station, trains reach New York City’s Penn Station in just under two hours. The Westchester County Airport in White Plains, New York, is a 45-minute drive. Hospitals are closer; St. Vincent’s Medical Center is about a mile away, and it’s about 4 miles to Bridgeport Hospital.
Christopher Reid
Coldwell Banker Realty
(475) 265-6047
55 Total Sales
1 in North End
$269,000 Price
Angela Araujo
Keller Williams Realty
(475) 250-1578
71 Total Sales
3 in North End
$145K - $250K Price Range
Lisa Nussbaum
Top Tier Realty Group, LLC
(475) 330-3428
58 Total Sales
4 in North End
$280K - $481K Price Range
Maya Basic
William Raveis Real Estate
(475) 323-4955
113 Total Sales
1 in North End
$330,000 Price
Elaine Birthwright-Rowe
New Haus Group LLC
(860) 936-9657
89 Total Sales
1 in North End
$350,000 Price
Elizabeth Heatter
YellowBrick Real Estate LLC
(475) 471-0460
21 Total Sales
1 in North End
$399,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North End | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in North End, Bridgeport sell after 55 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in North End, Bridgeport over the last 12 months is $380,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Conveniently located neighborhood with diverse restaurants and historic homes
Cozy cul-de-sacs near buzzing downtown Bridgeport
A north Fairfield suburb with golf courses, a lake and Bridgeport proximity
Expansive green spaces and tree-lined streets with an easy commute to New York
Multifamily homes and community centers in a growing urban neighborhood
A tranquil neighborhood with great schools and lots of outdoor activities
