Welcome to 1720 Capitol Avenue, located in Bridgeport desirable Brooklawn area, just minutes from the Fairfield line! Tucked along a quiet residential street, this 4-bedroom ranch offers a convenient location close to restaurants, grocery stores, shopping, and everyday necessities. Step inside to a bright, open floor plan featuring beautiful hardwood floors, central air, ceiling fans, and a spacious living area with a classic fireplace. The kitchen offers plenty of cabinet and counter space, a center island, and an easy flow into the dining and living areas. All three bedrooms are conveniently located on the main level along with a generously sized full bathroom. The home is also handicap accessible, with a ramp providing easy entry. Downstairs, the full basement offers a large finished recreation area along with additional space for storage, a home office, gym, hobbies, or other uses. Outside, enjoy a nice level yard, corner lot, oversized detached garage, and an exceptionally large paved parking area with room for multiple vehicles. With its spacious layout, accessibility, ample parking, and potential for mixed-use opportunities, this property offers plenty of flexibility for its next owner.
For sale
$489,900
1720 Capitol Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604
4beds
2,468sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
8,276 Square Feet Lot
$492,300 Zestimate®
$199/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic fireplaceCentral airOversized detached garageCenter islandCorner lotNice level yardCeiling fans
- 13 days
- 150
- 5
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sara Barnaba (203)243-7648,
Century 21 Scala Group 203-374-9451
Source: Smart MLS,MLS#: 24211288
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater, Water Heater
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Open Floorplan
- Basement: Full
- Attic: Storage,Walk-up
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,468
- Total interior livable area: 2,468 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,650
- Finished area below ground: 818
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Detached, Paved, Driveway, Asphalt, Private
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Handicap Parking, Accessible Approach with Ramp
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 8,276 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 22118
- Zoning: RA
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Other
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Golf, Lake, Library, Park, Playground, Private School(s), Near Public Transport, Shopping/Mall
- Subdivision: Brooklawn
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Bridgeport
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $199/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $318,021
- Annual tax amount: $6,111
- Date on market: 10/1/2026
Estimated market value
$492,300
$468,000 - $517,000
$2,433/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $489,900+63.3%$199/sqft |
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| 5/6/2021 | Sold | $300,000-4.8%$122/sqft |
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| 2/18/2021 | Price change | $314,999-3%$128/sqft |
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| 1/25/2021 | Listed for sale | $324,900$132/sqft |
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| 1/23/2021 | Pending sale | $324,900$132/sqft |
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| 1/23/2021 | Contingent | $324,900$132/sqft |
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| 1/13/2021 | Price change | $324,900-3%$132/sqft |
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| 1/6/2021 | Listed for sale | $334,900+15.9%$136/sqft |
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| 8/8/2010 | Listing removed | $289,000+9.5%$117/sqft |
Source: EXIT ADVANTAGE REALTY #98450567 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2010 | Sold | $264,000-8.7%$107/sqft |
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| 6/14/2009 | Price change | $289,000-3.3%$117/sqft |
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| 2/7/2009 | Price change | $299,000-6.3%$121/sqft |
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| 1/4/2009 | Listed for sale | $319,000+165.8%$129/sqft |
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| 11/13/2001 | Sold | $120,000-22.3%$49/sqft |
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| 8/20/1987 | Sold | $154,500$63/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,544 | $173,627 |
| 2024 | $7,544 | $173,627 |
| 2023 | $7,544 | $173,627 |
| 2022 | $7,544 | $173,627 -3.2% |
| 2021 | -- | $179,437 +31.7% |
| 2020 | $6,741 | $136,230 |
| 2019 | $6,741 | $136,230 |
| 2018 | $6,741 | $136,230 |
| 2017 | $6,741 | $136,230 |
| 2016 | $6,741 | $136,230 -14.7% |
| 2015 | $6,741 | $159,740 |
| 2014 | $6,741 +0.8% | $159,740 |
| 2013 | $6,685 +1.8% | $159,740 |
| 2012 | $6,567 +3.7% | $159,740 |
| 2011 | $6,332 | $159,740 |
| 2010 | $6,332 +2.3% | $159,740 |
| 2009 | $6,188 -13.9% | $159,740 -1% |
| 2008 | $7,190 +4% | $161,280 |
| 2007 | $6,916 +1.4% | $161,280 |
| 2006 | $6,819 +8.4% | $161,280 |
| 2004 | $6,288 +15.2% | $161,280 +63.2% |
| 2003 | $5,456 -15.1% | $98,840 |
| 2001 | $6,425 +88.1% | $98,840 +88.2% |
| 2000 | $3,415 -0.1% | $52,532 -0.1% |
| 1999 | $3,419 | $52,600 |
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