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$819,000

521 Lake Ave Bridgeport, CT 06605

3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,533 sqft
0.1 acres
$534 / sqft
House

Property details

About 521 Lake Ave

The ultimate Black Rock beach house! Professionally landscaped colonial with water views front and back. Extra wide front porch and elevated sundeck off the master bedroom for watching the sun set over the Ash Creek. First floor has front to back living room, expansive open kitchen and dining room perfect for entertaining. Sunroom off the back with water views walks out to a private backyard patio and English garden. Outdoor shower off patio. Fully fenced backyard with gated driveway and two car garage with automatic garage doors. Third bedroom upstairs has been converted to walk-in closet but can easily be converted back. Finished recreation room in basement plus laundry area with sink. Take evening strolls to St. Mary's By-The-Sea or launch your kayak just across the street. Walking distance to restaurants, yacht clubs, bars and marinas. 90 minute express trains to Manhattan from Fairfield Metro station are just a few minutes away. A true gem in the heart of the coveted coastal Black Rock community!

Highlights

Home typeOther
HeatingBaseboard, Radiant
StatusComing Soon
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size1,533 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.14 Acres
Year built1942
ParkingDetached Garage
MLS #24111874
Garage2 spaces
WaterfrontWaterfront, Water Access
Active DateJuly 18, 2025

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Auto Garage Door Opener
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Detached Garage
  • Waterfront: Waterfront, Water Access
  • Exterior: Balcony, Porch, Gutters, Garden Area, Patio
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Baseboard, Radiant
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • List Price: $819,000
  • Price/SqFt: $534
  • Annual Tax Amount: $10,732
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Level, Sloped, Landscaped
  • Directions: Fairfield Ave to Gilman St to Lake Ave
  • Year Built: 1942
  • Living Area: 1,533 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.14 Acres
  • MLS Number: 24111874
  • Office Name: William Raveis Real Estate
  • Office Phone: (203) 255-6841
  • Office Email: ettinger.ae@gmail.com
  • Listing Agent: Amy Ettinger

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Oct 15, 2020
Home Sold
$450,000
Jul 28, 2005
Home Sold
$420,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$246,990$10,732
2023$246,990$10,732
2022$246,990$10,732
2021$246,990$10,732
2020$222,090$11,991
2019$222,090$11,991

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

9

Sherman School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

250 Fern St

9

Holland Hill School

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

105 Meadowcroft Rd

2

Bryant School

Public District PK-6

1.8 mi

230 Poplar St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $107,368. Typical income of Bridgeport, CT residents is between $100k-200k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

14%
<35k
29%
35k-100k
42%
100k-200k
15%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

44%
Single, No Kids
4%
Single, with Kids
32%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
45%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • QdobaQdoba

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus
  • InfinitiInfiniti

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • NewsNews
  • Active RockActive Rock
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 521 Lake Ave

The listing price of 521 Lake Ave property is $819,000.

The property 521 Lake Ave is a house located in Bridgeport, Connecticut, 06605.

Coming Soon: 521 Lake Ave is Coming Soon. This listing has not previously been on the market, but will be on the market soon (no showings are allowed yet). A listing contract has been executed.

The nearby schools for 521 Lake Ave are: Sherman School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Holland Hill School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Bryant School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Black Rock School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Geraldine Claytor Magnet Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Tomlinson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Great Oaks Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Fairfield Ludlowe High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Bassick High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $10,732 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on October 15, 2020 for $450,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 521 Lake Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 521 Lake Ave is 1,533 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 521 Lake Ave is 1942.

This home is located at 521 Lake Ave in Bridgeport, CT and zip code 06605 in the Black Rock neighborhood. This 1,533 square foot home, which was built in 1942, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 16, 2025 and is currently priced at $819,000.

Bridgeport, CT housing market in June 2025 saw over 49 listings sold above listed price, more than 9 sold at listed price and over 24 sold below. The number of homes for sale in Bridgeport, CT did not change between May and June 2025.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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