231 Balmforth St Bridgeport, CT 06605
Black Rock Neighborhood
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,062
Sq Ft
0.58
Acres
Highlights
- Water Views
- Home fronts a sound
- Colonial Architecture
- Public Water Access
- 0.58 Acre Lot
- Finished Attic
About This Home
As of January 2025Beautifully renovated 1929 Colonial with elegant period details at St. Mary's. Water views from master bedroom suite balcony. 2,856 SF. Front-to-back 26' living room with 9+ ceilings, hardwood floors, built-ins, fpl, & French doors to open side porch. Perfect home for entertaining. Front-to-back kitchen/family room combination. Kitchen has travertine counters & Sub-Zero refrig. Office on first floor. 5 BR, 3.5 BA. C/A. New windows. 2nd flr laundry. Large level yard w. inground sprinklers. Invisible fence. Att. garage. Lawn shed & artist studio.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
William Raveis Real Estate License #RES.0772823 Listed on: 07/17/2017
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $19,281
Year Built
- Built in 1929
Lot Details
- 0.58 Acre Lot
- Home fronts a sound
- Level Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Many Trees
- Property is zoned RES AA
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
- Clap Board Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,062 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- 1 Fireplace
- Thermal Windows
- French Doors
- Water Views
- Storm Doors
Kitchen
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Dryer
- Washer
Attic
- Walkup Attic
- Finished Attic
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Public Water Access
- Walking Distance to Water
- Balcony
- Patio
- Exterior Lighting
- Shed
- Rain Gutters
- Porch
Schools
- Black Rock Elementary School
Utilities
- Forced Air Zoned Heating and Cooling System
- Radiator
- Baseboard Heating
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 17, 2024
Closed on
Jan 2, 2025
Sold by
Donohue Thomas D and Donohue Margaret M
Bought by
Winthrop Bayard and Winthrop Alice R
Seller's Agent
Lori Di Bartholomeo
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Michael Mombello
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,450,000
Premium/Discount to List
$155,000
11.97%
Total Days on Market
93
Views
49
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$59,710
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-9.75%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 17, 2017
Closed on
Oct 24, 2017
Sold by
Luciano Joseph and Luciano Amy
Bought by
Donohue Margaret and Donohue Thomas
Seller's Agent
Gail Robinson
William Raveis Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Katie O'Grady
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$599,000
Sold Price
$555,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$44,000
-7.35%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.25%
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
3.78%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 6, 1998
Sold by
Kelly David B and Kelly Amy T
Bought by
Cheremeteff Mark
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 3, 1996
Sold by
Sargent Joseph D and Sargent Sheilagh P
Bought by
Kelly David B and Kelly Amy T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$265,500
Interest Rate
7.13%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $1,450,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $1,450,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $555,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $375,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $295,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $555,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $375,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $295,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $300,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $265,500 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/07/2025 01/07/25 | Sold | $1,450,000 | +12.0% | $472 / Sq Ft |
| 11/01/2024 11/01/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/17/2024 10/17/24 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | +133.3% | $422 / Sq Ft |
| 10/23/2017 10/23/17 | Sold | $555,000 | -7.3% | $181 / Sq Ft |
| 10/18/2017 10/18/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/17/2017 07/17/17 | For Sale | $599,000 | -- | $196 / Sq Ft |
Source: SmartMLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14,899 | $342,900 | $194,560 | $148,340 |
| 2023 | $14,899 | $342,900 | $194,560 | $148,340 |
| 2022 | $14,899 | $342,900 | $194,560 | $148,340 |
| 2021 | $14,899 | $342,900 | $194,560 | $148,340 |
| 2020 | $19,146 | $354,620 | $219,830 | $134,790 |
| 2019 | $19,146 | $354,620 | $219,830 | $134,790 |
| 2018 | $19,281 | $354,620 | $219,830 | $134,790 |
| 2017 | $19,281 | $354,620 | $219,830 | $134,790 |
| 2016 | $19,281 | $354,620 | $219,830 | $134,790 |
| 2015 | $16,113 | $381,820 | $175,040 | $206,780 |
| 2014 | $16,113 | $381,820 | $175,040 | $206,780 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lori Di Bartholomeo
Seller's Agent in 2025
Lori Di Bartholomeo
William Raveis Real Estate
(203) 858-9719
3 in this area
18 Total Sales
-
Michael Mombello
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Michael Mombello
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(203) 505-4477
1 in this area
52 Total Sales
-
Gail Robinson
Seller's Agent in 2017
Gail Robinson
William Raveis Real Estate
(203) 521-0768
46 in this area
54 Total Sales
-
Katie O'Grady
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Katie O'Grady
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(203) 913-7777
12 in this area
194 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 99193041
APN: BRID-000142-000016
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