117 Gilman St Bridgeport, CT, 06605

About the Home

Black Rock: Elevated on a slight knoll sits this attractive Colonial with a fabulous open floor plan, sunny vibe and vintage character. High ceilings, hardwood floors throughout, TONS of natural light. Wide front portico and gracious foyer with French doors lead to large living room with wood burning fireplace, already wired for a TV above. Delightful sunroom perfect for office/playroom/exercise, etc. Living area flows into an inviting kitchen with spacious dining area, newer stainless steel appliances, island with cooktop and counter seating. Practical back entrance mudroom laundry and full bath make for effortless clean-up of sandy beach feet, wet dogs or any mess coming inside. Upstairs boasts a massive primary bedroom (big enough to be split into two rooms), plus two more bedrooms, all with new ceiling fans capturing those ocean breezes off Long Island Sound, just .9 miles away. Spacious hallway bathroom with large tub. Storage galore in basement, full walk-up attic and 440 sq.ft. two-car detached garage. Flat, professionally landscaped yard with garden plot and fully-enclosed deck add up to a relaxed lifestyle in this popular seaside town and in a neighborhood convenient to all the necessities: Only .6 miles to Whole Foods, .7 miles to Metro North train, .5 miles to beach, .9 miles to St. Mary's by the Sea (a paved/lit oceanside pedestrian path/park) and just as close to restaurants, bars, shops, live music on Fairfield Ave. Fairfield is .6 miles away. Don't miss it!