274 Balmforth St Bridgeport, CT 06605
Black Rock Neighborhood
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,247
Sq Ft
10,019
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Beach Front
- Attic
- No HOA
- Colonial Architecture
- 1 Fireplace
- Walking Distance to Water
About This Home
As of September 2023Classic St. Mary's By The Sea Colonial offering beautiful water views and sunsets of Ash Creek. The home has been lovingly cared for, has numerous improvements and is steps to L I Sound, Beach, Black Rock Yacht Club and minutes to I-95, Trains, Shopping and Restaurants. The kitchen is spacious and opens to a sunken family room w/sliders to the rear yard, the living room is open to the sun room, both with walls of windows letting in the great views, the formal dining room opens to the living room and sunken family room making for great entertaining. The master bedroom with private bath is enhanced with a relaxing balcony to enjoy the water views and sunsets. The combination of location, condition and views make this a must see home.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop. License #RES.0366689 Listed on: 04/30/2015
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $13,471
Year Built
- Built in 1920
Lot Details
- 10,019 Sq Ft Lot
- Beach Front
- Home fronts a sound
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
Home Design
- Colonial Architecture
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Wood Siding
- Shingle Siding
- Radon Mitigation System
- Masonry
Interior Spaces
- 2,247 Sq Ft Home
- 1 Fireplace
- Water Views
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Washer
Kitchen
- Built-In Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Attic
- Walkup Attic
- Partially Finished Attic
Outdoor Features
- Walking Distance to Water
Schools
- Black Rock Elementary School
- Bassick High School
Utilities
- Hot Water Heating System
- Heating System Uses Oil
- Hot Water Circulator
- Fuel Tank Located in Basement
Community Details
Overview
- No Home Owners Association
Recreation
- Park
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 12, 2023
Closed on
Sep 8, 2023
Sold by
Vlader Wendy
Bought by
Steven Lecher Assoc Llc
Seller's Agent
John Kleps
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Buyer's Agent
Catherine Cardell Yarmosh
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$849,900
Sold Price
$905,000
Premium/Discount to List
$55,100
6.48%
Views
54
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
$139,545
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.77%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 30, 2015
Closed on
Apr 6, 2016
Sold by
Gorder Christoph and Gorder Alisha
Bought by
Vlader Wendy
Seller's Agent
John Kleps
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
Buyer's Agent
David Weber
Compass Connecticut, LLC
List Price
$529,900
Sold Price
$425,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$104,900
-19.8%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.66%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 23, 2006
Sold by
Macmillan Neil and Macmillan Nina
Bought by
Gorder Christoph and Gorder Alisha
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$496,000
Interest Rate
4.77%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 30, 1996
Sold by
Lavin Michael D and Lavin Nancy M
Bought by
Macmillan Neil E and Macmillan Nina S
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 2, 1991
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Lavin Michael and Lavin Nancy
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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 | $905,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $905,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $425,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $425,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $620,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $620,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $225,000 | -- | |
| Deed | $225,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $143,000 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $143,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $496,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/19/2023 09/19/23 | Sold | $905,000 | +6.5% | $348 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2023 09/11/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/12/2023 08/12/23 | For Sale | $849,900 | +100.0% | $327 / Sq Ft |
| 04/05/2016 04/05/16 | Sold | $425,000 | -19.8% | $189 / Sq Ft |
| 03/06/2016 03/06/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/30/2015 04/30/15 | For Sale | $529,900 | -- | $236 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,980 | $298,740 | $158,390 | $140,350 |
| 2024 | $12,640 | $290,900 | $158,390 | $132,510 |
| 2023 | $12,640 | $290,900 | $158,390 | $132,510 |
| 2022 | $12,640 | $290,900 | $158,390 | $132,510 |
| 2021 | $12,640 | $290,900 | $158,390 | $132,510 |
| 2020 | $16,174 | $299,570 | $178,850 | $120,720 |
| 2019 | $16,174 | $299,570 | $178,850 | $120,720 |
| 2018 | $16,288 | $299,570 | $178,850 | $120,720 |
| 2017 | $16,288 | $299,570 | $178,850 | $120,720 |
| 2016 | $16,288 | $299,570 | $178,850 | $120,720 |
| 2015 | $13,471 | $319,220 | $142,600 | $176,620 |
| 2014 | $13,471 | $319,220 | $142,600 | $176,620 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2023
John Kleps
Berkshire Hathaway Home Services
(203) 258-8733
41 in this area
75 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Catherine Cardell Yarmosh
Coldwell Banker Realty
(203) 400-1052
2 in this area
94 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2016
David Weber
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(203) 451-7888
38 Total Sales
Map
Source: SmartMLS
MLS Number: 99102302
APN: BRID-000120-000031
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