195 Grovers Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605

Vintage charm and upscale updates in this spacious 1920's English Colonial with stunning chef's kitchen. Located near St. Mary's-by-the-Sea and Seabright Beach in the heart of Black Rock, this home has it all. Large front-to-back living room with fireplace, family room, dining room, enclosed porch, mudroom, foyer, and half bath complete the first floor. Front-to-back primary bedroom suite, two bedrooms, and another full bathroom, complete the second floor. Beautiful hardwood floors in most rooms. Walk-up attic could be finished for art studio, music room, or bonus room. Partly finished basement is perfect for office and/or exercise room. Two car garage, professionally landscaped grounds with irrigation system. Natural gas heat, central air, and generator. Over $200,000 in recent improvements (see Addendum). OVER $200,000 IN IMPROVEMENTS OVER PAST 16 YEARS: Custom Window Treatments (2021) Cost: $6,942 Irrigation System (2021): Cost: $5,000 Removal of Two Layers & New Roof On House And Garage (2019) Cost: $15,400 Chimney Counter-flashing (2019): Cost: $800 Bluestone walkways for front and back, stoop, steps & railing (2019): Cost: $31,227 Jeld-wen wood windows - 10 windows (2017): Cost: $13,346 Exercise room/office in basement (2016): Cost: $33,518 CT Basement Waterproofing (2016): Cost: $1,060 Bilco Steel Door (2015): Cost: $1,950 Replace sewer line (2014): Cost: $2,100 Installed 2 sump pumps w. battery back up (2014): Cost: $4,200 Hunter Douglas remote controlled blinds (2014): Cost: $2,950 New sidewalks (2014): Cost: $2,125 Frameless shower (2013): Cost: $2,321 Crown molding & flooring in primary bedroom suite (2013): $4,425 Plumbing for main bathroom renovation (2013): $1,800 Three season sunroom (2013): $11,370 Bathroom remodel & garage renovation (2013): $7,900 Mudroom added 6' x 8' (2012): Cost: $11,000 New stairs from enclosed porch (2011): Cost: $4,200 Bluestone patio installed (2011): Cost: $5,200 PREVIOUS OWNER IMPROVEMENTS: Energy Efficient Gas Furnace (2004) Chimney Liner And Cap (2004) Complete Kitchen Remodel Down To Studs (2005): Birch 42 Inch Cabinets, GE Profile Stainless Steel Gas Stovetop; GE Profile Stainless Steel Wall Oven - Convection/Roast, GE Profile Stainless Steel Dishwasher, GE Profile Stainless Steel Microwave, Avonite Solid Surface Counters With Integrated Double Sink, Recessed Lighting, Built-In Sound System, Separately Zoned Heating, Bay Window With Window Seat, Windows, Door And Back Entry. Complete Powder Room Remodel (2005): Tile Walls, Tile Floor, Sink, Toilet, Paint, Mirror, Elec. Basement (2005): New Stairs, New Lighting And Outlets Electrical Upgraded To 200 Amps, All Outlets Grounded. (2005) Entry Way And Hallways: New Ceiling With Recessed Lighting (2005), Klaff's Stained Glass Ceiling Light, Refinished Woodwork (Vintage Mahogany Doors) (2005)