Introducing to the market, this approximately 1,116 square foot Cape Cod-style home situated on Ruth Street. Conveniently located within roughly 0.6 miles (a 1-minute drive) from Sacred Heart University's Center for Healthcare Education, about 1.5 miles (a 5-minute drive) from Hartford Healthcare's St. Vincent's Hospital, and a short drive from I-95, the Merritt Parkway, and two public golf courses. Renovated in 2022, this property boasts a generous floor plan featuring four bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a brand new kitchen, and a living room. The interior is enhanced with stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, contemporary light fixtures, finishes, refinished hardwood floors, and two completely renovated bathrooms. The exterior offers a private backyard, a corner lot, a new architectural-style roof, vinyl siding, and updated light fixtures. This home represents an excellent investment opportunity, currently leased for $3,000 per month through May 31, 2025, making it an absolute cash cow for potential investors.
Single-familyProperty Type
1943Year Built
4,791 sq ftLot Size
$392Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Ralph Lewis• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Lindsay Dix• Keller Williams Prestige Prop.
Source:Smart MLS #24016230
Redfin Estimate
$436,946
$37K since sold in August 2024$3,000 since July
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Estimate history
Homes for sale
This home's estimate is 0.7% higher than the average sale price ($434K) of 6 comparable homes.
New to market this UPDATED +/- 1,116 square foot Cape located on Ruth Street, +/- 0.6 miles and +/- 1 minutes from Sacred Heart's Center for Healthcare Education, +/- 1.5 miles and +/- 5 minutes from Hartford Healthcare's St. Vincent's Hospital and minutes drive from I-95, the Merritt Parkway and 2 public golf courses. This spacious floor plan includes 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, brand new kitchen and living room. Interior features include; stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops, new light fixtures and finished, refinished hardwood floors and 2 brand new bathrooms. Exterior features include; private backyard, new arc-style roof, shed, landscaping, and light fixtures. Ideal for an INVESTOR to rent and hold for CASH FLOW or for an owner to settle comfortably in Bridgeport's north end.
Smart MLS #170405014
Jan 24, 2022
Sold
$225,000
$202/sq ft
Oct 1, 2021
Relisted
—
Aug 13, 2021
Contingent
—
Aug 13, 2021
Relisted
—
Jul 27, 2021
Contingent
—
Jun 17, 2021
Price Changed
$229,000
$205/sq ft
Jun 10, 2021
Price Changed
$239,000
$214/sq ft
Jun 6, 2021
Price Changed
$249,000
$223/sq ft
May 28, 2021
Listed
$259,000
$232/sq ft
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! 3 BEDROOMS CAPE STYLE HOUSE IN EXTREMELY DESIRABLE NORTH BRIDGEPORT LOCATION - STEPS AWAY FROM THE TRUMBULL LINE; MAIN LEVEL FEATURES A LIVING ROOM, DINING ROOM, KITCHEN, 2 BEDROOMS AND FULL BATH; UPPER LEVEL FEATURES A SITTING AREA AND A NICE SIZED 3RD BEDROOM; PRIVATE BACKYARD; HARDWOOD FLOORING; IN NEED OF SOME TLC; SHORT SALE AND REAL ESTATE COMMISSION ARE SUBJECT TO SELLERS' BANK APPROVAL; PROPERTY SOLD IN AS IS CONDITION; NO BASEMENT - CRAWL SPACE ONLY; QUIET AND PEACEFUL SECTION OF NORTH BRIDGEPORT; IT WON'T LAST!
Smart MLS #98410507
Aug 30, 2009
Listing Removed
—
Feb 20, 2009
Listed
$189,900
$170/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 2, 2005
Sold
$238,000
$213/sq ft
Smart MLS #98254015
Sep 21, 2005
Listed
$229,900
$206/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 3, 2003
Sold
$140,000
$125/sq ft
Smart MLS #98159892
Apr 15, 2003
Listed
$149,900
$134/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,048 (+20.3%)
$75,310 + $86,900
$162,210
2022
$5,860
$75,310 + $59,550
$134,860
2021
$5,860 (+15.4%)
$75,310 + $59,550
$134,860
2020
$5,077
$43,270 + $50,770
$94,040
2019
$5,077 (−0.7%)
$43,270 + $50,770
$94,040
2018
$5,113
$43,270 + $50,770
$94,040
2017
$5,113
$43,270 + $50,770
$94,040
2016
$5,113 (+1.7%)
$43,270 + $50,770
$94,040
2014
$5,028
$49,980 + $69,160
$119,140
Tax history for 355 Ruth St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,048 (+20.3%)
$75,310 + $86,900
$162,210
2022
$5,860
$75,310 + $59,550
$134,860
2021
$5,860 (+15.4%)
$75,310 + $59,550
$134,860
2020
$5,077
$43,270 + $50,770
$94,040
2019
$5,077 (−0.7%)
$43,270 + $50,770
$94,040
2018
$5,113
$43,270 + $50,770
$94,040
2017
$5,113
$43,270 + $50,770
$94,040
2016
$5,113 (+1.7%)
$43,270 + $50,770
$94,040
2014
$5,028
$49,980 + $69,160
$119,140
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,792 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,116
Year built
1943
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Fairfield County
APN
35179
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2023.
N2
Neighborhood Mid-Century District
The N2 zone is intended to preserve the physical form of the existing neighborhoods with lower height houses, typical of the mid-twentieth century, on mid-sized lots.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Park & open space
Jul 23, 2024 • Final
Plumbing - general
Plumbing
Apr 5, 2017 • Active
Archived - electrical
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Interior Information
Total Rooms: 6
Cooling System: Central Air
Appliances Included: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Electric Dryer
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
Beds Total: 4
Room Information
Basement Description: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof Information: Asphalt Shingle
Exterior Siding: Clapboard
Lot Information
Lot Description: Corner Lot
Building Information
Foundation Type: Concrete
Construction Description: Frame
Color: Tan
Property Information
Property Type: Single Family For Sale
Living Area SQFT Per Public Record: 1116
Financial
Assessments Information
Assessed Value: $162,210
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public Water Connected
Sewage System: Public Sewer Connected
Hot Water Description: Domestic
Heat Type: Hot Air
Heat Fuel Type: Propane
Fuel Tank Location: Above Ground
Location
School Information
High School: Per Board of Ed
Elementary School: Per Board of Ed
Location Information
State: Connecticut
Directions: Madison Avenue to Ruth Street.
County: Fairfield
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,116
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,792 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1943
Year Renovated: —
County: Fairfield County
APN: 35179
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2023
Other
Documents & Disclosures
Supplement Count Public: 3
Around this home
Schools
Blackham School
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
1/10
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 97° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
40% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$416,000 – $503,000
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