Reservoir-Whiskey Hill
No one home is like the other
Homebuyers will find updated Colonial-style homes and fenced-in bungalows with small front yards throughout Reservoir-Whiskey Hill. Colon-Ortega says there’s also a mix of spacious contemporary properties, multi-family homes and renovated Cape Cods with vinyl siding situated on quiet cul-de-sacs. “All the houses here are different,” she said. Prices for the homes start at $217,000 and can reach $530,000. The median home price in Reservoir-Whiskey Hill is $300,000 compared to the median cost of a property in Bridgeport, which is $600,794. Established in 1961, the neighborhood has nearly 3,000 dwellings. Antonio Salerno of RE/MAX Heritage says most homes were built between 1940 and 1960. The median age of residents is 37 years old and almost 30% of the homes are rented.
/
Unique programs drive the Hallen School
Part of Bridgeport Public Schools, Reservoir-Whiskey Hill students attend Hallen School for prekindergarten through sixth grade, where they maintain a campus garden and participate in One School, One Book. Hallen is also a Turnaround Arts School, a national program bringing art programming to qualifying schools. The school is graded a C-minus by Niche. Central High School scored C-plus Niche. The school district is rated a C-minus from Niche. The community also has several private schools, including Northeastern Adventist Academy - Fairfield County. Ten colleges are local to the neighborhood, including the University of Bridgeport.
/
Park City lives up to its name
The city of Bridgeport contains a total of 1,300 acres of open space and practically every area has at least one pocket park. The geographical location is commonly called “Park City” because of the enormous network of public parks. Pickleball fans can enjoy the courts recently built at Glenwood Park. Across the 9.5-acre space, residents can also play on the tennis courts or head inside the Wonderland of Ice, which offers a Learn to Skate program and hockey camps and clinics. Another outdoor option is Svihra Park, where kids can burn off some energy on the playground.
/
Happy hour and comfort food are on the menu
Pick up a few grocery items at the well-stocked North End Variety on Reservoir Avenue or stop at Food Bazaar. If you’d rather eat out – there are plenty of options – including happy hour at Reservoir Deli and Uncle G’s Comfort Food, known for its macaroni and cheese.
/
Plenty of options for a commute
State Route 8 runs through the neighborhood, making it easy to commute, run errands and enjoy the activities in Reservoir-Whiskey Hill and the surrounding areas. Interstate 95 is also close to the community. The area has two Metro-North Railroad stations, making getting to other parts of Connecticut or New York convenient. Park City, Grand Republic, and P.T. Barnum Ferries take Bridgeport cars and passengers to Port Jefferson, New York, over Long Island Sound. Both GBT bus stops at Reservoir-Whiskey Hill serve the surrounding vicinity. Long-distance flights use Tweed-New Haven and Westchester County airports, which are less than an hour from the area.Spend a day at the Beardsley Zoo
A trip to the Westport Country Playhouse, which has been honored with the Tony Award, is highly recommended. There are two ideal places to take children: the Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport, Connecticut, and the Maritime Aquarium in Norwalk, Connecticut. Both locations are in Connecticut. The Barnum Museum is one of the four museums that can be found in Bridgeport as well. In addition, the Beardsley Zoo can be found in this region. The 1922 saw the establishment of the largest zoo in the state of Connecticut.
Written By
Robb Crocker
Photography Contributed By
Stephen Mihalchik
Video By
Everett Hall-McNeill
Was this overview helpful?
Agents Specializing in this Area
-
Natalya Cruz
Natalya Cruz
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty
(475) 348-7404
40 Total Sales
1 in Reservoir-Whiskey Hill
$295,000 Price
-
Linda Mayfield
Linda Mayfield
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX RISE
(475) 285-3784
284 Total Sales
1 in Reservoir-Whiskey Hill
$350,000 Price
-
Santiago Jaraba
Santiago Jaraba
Whitestone Real Estate Group
(888) 483-4006
256 Total Sales
7 in Reservoir-Whiskey Hill
$299K - $430K Price Range
-
Victoria Stillings
Victoria Stillings
Coldwell Banker Realty
(475) 234-4175
124 Total Sales
1 in Reservoir-Whiskey Hill
$360,000 Price
-
Anthony D'Amore
Anthony D'Amore
Keller Williams Prestige Prop.
(833) 659-3540
51 Total Sales
2 in Reservoir-Whiskey Hill
$375K - $440K Price Range
-
Mary Beth Grasso
Mary Beth Grasso
Keller Williams Realty
(888) 291-7143
145 Total Sales
1 in Reservoir-Whiskey Hill
$245,000 Price
Schools
Source:
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Parks in this Area
Alice Street Lot
Beardsley Park
- Lake
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Bridgeport Parks & Recreation
Glenwood Park
- Lake
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Svihra Park
- Trails
- Hiking
Knowlton Park
- Basketball
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Reservoir-Whiskey Hill | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Reservoir-Whiskey Hill Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Reservoir-Whiskey Hill, Bridgeport sell after 62 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Reservoir-Whiskey Hill, Bridgeport over the last 12 months is $364,500, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$369,900
Median Sale Price
$364,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$380,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$127,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$224,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
68
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$285
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,270
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Median Year Built
1960
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,352
Significantly below the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,406
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,045
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
401
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098
Open Houses
-
Thursday, Jul 105 - 7pm
-
Saturday, Jul 1212 - 2pm
-
Saturday, Jul 121 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
Interested in learning more about homes in this area? Reach out to , an experienced agent in this neighborhood.
Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
10,701
Median Age
37
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$68,381
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$82,883
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.6%
College Graduates
18%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.6%
% Population in Labor Force
71.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
35
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
53
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
33
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
North Bridgeport
Expansive green spaces and tree-lined streets with an easy commute to New York
Boston Ave-Mill Hill
A calm neighborhood near parks and shopping centers
Brooklawn-Saint Vincent
Conveniently located neighborhood with diverse restaurants and historic homes
East Side Bridgeport
History and new developments in a walkable, coastal neighborhood
North End
New England community steeped in fascinating history very sought-after
The Hollow
Multifamily homes and community centers in a growing urban neighborhood
Reviews
Are you familiar with the Reservoir-Whiskey Hill neighborhood? to let others know what life in this neighborhood is like.
Was this page helpful?
