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$819,000
Property Description
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!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 521 Lake Ave
General
- Price: $819,000
- Taxes: (July 2025-June 2026)
- Status: Under Contract
- Type: Single Family
- Source: SMARTMLS
- MLS ID: 24111874
- Updated: 4/14/2026
- Added to Site: 273 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 7
- Rooms/Areas: Foyer
- Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener
- Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Oven/Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Primary Bedroom: Primary Bedroom, Upper
- Bedroom 1: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, Upper
- Bedroom 2: Bedroom - Hardwood Floor, Upper
Other Rooms
- Living Room: Living Room - Hardwood Floor, Main
- Kitchen: Kitchen - Hardwood Floor, Main
- Dining Room: Dining Room - Built-Ins, Hardwood Floor, Main
- Laundry: Lower Level
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Porch, Gutters, Garden Area, Patio
- Color: White
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Parking: Detached Garage
Location
- County: Fairfield
- Neighborhood: Black Rock
- Driving Directions: Fairfield Ave to Gilman St to Lake Ave
School Information
- Elementary School: Black Rock
- High School: Per Board of Ed
Community
- Community Name: Black Rock
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit
- Heating Type: Baseboard, Radiator, Oil
- Heating Fuel: Oil
- Water Heater: Domestic
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer Connected
- Water: Public Water Connected
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction Status: No/Resale
- Exterior Const.: Shingle, Cedar
- Basement Desc.: Partial, Partially Finished
- Roof: Asphalt Shingle
- Attic: Yes
- Square Feet: 1,533
- Above Ground: 1,233 Sq. Ft.
- Below Ground: 300 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1942
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.14
- Zoning: RAA
- Lot Description: Level Lot, Sloping Lot, Professionally Landscaped
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Walk to Water, Water Community, View
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Amount: $246,990
- Tax Year: July 2025-June 2026
Disclosures and Reports
- Flood Zone: Yes
- Property ID: 11010
Listed by William Raveis Real Estate, Amy Ettinger
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Schools
Schools serving 521 Lake Ave
School District:Bridgeport School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Black Rock School, Bridgeport, CT 545 Brewster Street, Bridgeport, CT 06605 | K-8 | 0.4 mi |
Classical Studies Academy 240 Linwood Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604 | K-7 | 2.2 mi |
Bassick High School 1181 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605 | 9-12 | 1.9 mi |
Bridgeport Military Academy 160 Iranistan Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605 | 9- | 2.1 mi |
Aerospace/Hydrospace Engineering And Physical Sciences High School 840 Old Town Road, Bridgeport, CT 06606 | 9-10 | 5.6 mi |
Information Technology And Software Engineering High School 840 Old Town Road, Bridgeport, CT 06606 | 9-10 | 5.6 mi |
Biotechnology Research And Zoological Studies High At The Fa 840 Old Town Road, Bridgeport, CT 06606 | 9-10 | 5.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 521 Lake Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/15/2025
Listed
$819,000
82%
MLS
9/01/2020
Sold
$450,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 521 Lake Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$10,732
—
$246,990
—
2023
$10,732
—
$246,990
—
2022
$10,732
—
$246,990
—
2021
$10,732
-10%
$246,990
11%
2020
$11,991
—
$222,090
—
2019
$11,991
-1%
$222,090
—
2018
$12,075
—
$222,090
—
2017
$12,075
—
$222,090
—
2016
$12,075
11%
$222,090
-14%
2015
$10,894
—
$258,140
—
2014
$10,894
1%
$258,140
—
2011
$10,803
—
$258,140
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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521 Lake Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605 (MLS# 24111874) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 521 Lake Avenue is currently listed for $819,000 and was received on July 15, 2025. Want to learn more about 521 Lake Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Bridgeport? You can browse all Bridgeport real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
