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178 Linen Avenue

Bridgeport, Connecticut 06604

PENDING$299,000
Beds
3
Baths
1
SqFt
1,120
Acres
0.16
Year Built
1867
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About This Home

Investors, builders, and first-time homebuyers alike, welcome to this incredible opportunity in Bridgeport's Hollow neighborhood. This 3-bedroom home is a true diamond in the rough, offering the perfect chance to build equity, renovate, or create your ideal home. Enter into the spacious eat-in kitchen, complete with a gas range and plenty of room for cooking and dining. The kitchen flows into a large living room featuring durable vinyl flooring, creating a comfortable space for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom. The basement offers valuable bonus space that can be used as a playroom, home office, gym, workshop, or additional living area. Outside, the large, level backyard provides endless possibilities. Expand the home, create an outdoor retreat, or simply enjoy the open space. A detached garage adds even more versatility and is currently being used for storage, with plenty of room for a vehicle, workshop, or hobby space. Recent updates include a boiler approximately 5 years old and a hot water heater approximately 2 years old. Conveniently located near restaurants, shopping, public transportation, and major commuter routes, this property offers tremendous potential at an attractive value. Don't miss the chance to make this home your next investment or personal residence!

Key Facts

City/Town
Bridgeport
Neighborhood
N/A
Property / Style
Single Family · Colonial
Year Built
1867
Days on Market
42 days
Beds
3
Baths
1 full
Living Area
1,120 sq ft
Lot Size
0.16 acres
Garage / Parking
1 garage
Property Taxes
$3,440 / Annually

Market Snapshot

The Bridgeport Market

Single Family · trailing 12 months

Median Days on Market

38

59 active listings

Median $ / Sq Ft

$273

59 active listings

Sale-to-List Ratio

100.0%

403 sales

How this home compares

List Price

$299,000

vs $459,000 median

34.9% below median

Price / Sq Ft

$267

vs $273 median

In line with median

Days on Market

42 days

vs 38 days median

4 days longer than median

Based on 59 active and 403 closed sales (trailing 12 mo) of single family in Bridgeport. Source: SmartMLS · As of July 28, 2026.

Location

178 Linen Avenue, Bridgeport, Connecticut

Property + 12 nearby

Estimate Your Payment

Estimated Monthly Payment

Rates: Freddie Mac PMMS via FRED
$1,912

per month

  • Principal & Interest$1,525
  • Property Taxes$287
  • Insurance$100
  • HOA$0

Estimates only. Actual rates, taxes, insurance, and HOA fees vary. Consult a lender for current rates.

Location

City/Town
Bridgeport
Neighborhood
N/A
County
Fairfield

Residence

Property Type
Single Family
Style
Colonial
Year Built
1867
New Construction
No/Resale
Living Area
1,120 sq ft

Schools

Elementary
Per Board of Ed
High
Per Board of Ed

Interior

Heating
Hot Water
Heat Fuel
Gas In Street
Cooling
None
Appliances
Gas RangeRefrigerator
Basement
PartialUnfinishedStoragePartial With Walk-Out

Exterior & Lot

Lot Size
0.16 acres
Zoning
RC
Garage / Parking
1 garage spaceDetached Garage
Waterfront Details
Not Applicable
Water Source
Public Water Connected
Sewer
Public Sewer Connected
Construction
Wood
Color
Gray
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Foundation
Block
Exterior Features
DeckStone Wall
Lot Description
Interior LotLevel LotOpen Lot

Listing & Financials

Property Taxes
$3,440 / Annually
Days on Market
42
MLS #
24183001
MLS Status
Under Contract

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Listed By

Chris Balestriere

(203) 216-0113

William Raveis Real Estate

(203) 847-6633

This information is believed to be accurate, but without warranty.

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Data last updated on 7/28/2026 at 6:10 AM UTC.