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Bridgeport
Homes for Sale in Palatka, FL

All 108 homes for sale in Palatka, FL · median $255,500 · 114 homes for sale in 32177 · Putnam County homes for sale

Community in Palatka · Putnam County · ZIP 32177
232 homesBuilt 1940–2024
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Built fromLive realMLS data15 years of closingsFL DOR public recordsUpdated twice daily

As of October 2026, the MLS records 21 closed sales in Bridgeport in Palatka, FL since 2011, the most recent in August 2026. Across Palatka as a whole, 43 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $291,720, 62 median days on market, with 7 homes for sale today. At that median and Putnam County's FY2025-26 rate of 16.89 mills, annual property tax runs about $4,930 ($4,250 with the full homestead exemption).

Live · Bridgeport Housing Pulse realMLS + public records Analysis by Momentum Realty · $3.5B+ sold · 10,000+ customers served · Top 1% in Florida (RealTrends)
Tempo
1
Sold · last 12 mo
10-yr average: about 2 a year
Ownership and context
53%
Owner-occupied · Bridgeport
145 of 275 parcels homesteaded (FL DOR 2025)
47%
Non-owner-occupied · Bridgeport
incl. 8% trust or LLC-held · 6% out-of-state
232
Homes in the community
plus 43 vacant residential lots · 275 residential parcels (FL DOR 2025)
Track record · 15 years of records
11
Recorded sales · 2024-2025
median $425K · qualified sales on the county roll (FL DOR 2025)
Est. 1940
Community established
homes built 1940-2024, median 1987 (FL DOR 2025)
0.4%/yr
Turnover rate
about 1 of 232 homes trade a year
Jon Brooks, founder of Momentum Realty
Jon's Current Read

Bridgeport Palatka is a condition-driven market, not a price-tier market. With a housing stock spanning 1940 to 2024 and a median build year of 1987, what a home sells for here has more to do with how it has been maintained and updated than with any neighborhood floor or ceiling. Two homes of similar size can trade very differently depending on roof, systems, and finish work.

For buyers, that spread is the opportunity: the range of vintages means you can find older homes with room to improve alongside newer construction, and pricing rewards careful inspection. For sellers, it means presentation and documented updates carry real weight — a well-kept home stands apart from an aging one that looks identical on paper. Come in ready to evaluate each property on its own merits rather than assume a uniform market.

Nearby homes for sale

No active listings inside Bridgeport right now. These are the 6 closest homes on the market, by straight-line distance from the community's center; some may sit just outside its boundary.

272 HARBOR Drive
$290K · 0.3 mi away
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,700 sqft
272 HARBOR Drive
Listed by JPAR CITY AND BEACH
312 TARPON Boulevard
$195K · 0.4 mi away
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,188 sqft
312 TARPON Boulevard
Listed by COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INC
307 TARPON Boulevard
$150K · 0.4 mi away
2 bd · 2 ba · 1,324 sqft
307 TARPON Boulevard
Listed by KELLER WILLIAMS FIRST COAST REALTY
134 BOWFIN Drive
$497K · 0.7 mi away
3 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,540 sqft
134 BOWFIN Drive
Listed by COLDWELL BANKER BEN BATES INC
114 BARRACUDA Drive
$145K · 0.9 mi away
2 bd · 2 ba · 830 sqft
114 BARRACUDA Drive
Listed by COLDWELL BANKER VANGUARD REALTY
117 MACKEREL Avenue
$248K · 1.0 mi away
3 bd · 2 ba · 1,321 sqft
117 MACKEREL Avenue
Listed by MAXREV, LLC

Listing data from the MLS feeds named on each listing page; deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Refreshed nightly.

The 60-Second Overview

With 232 homes and a build range stretching from 1940 to 2024, Bridgeport Palatka is a mixed-vintage community in Putnam County where a median living area near 1,940 square feet gives most buyers usable, mid-sized floor plans rather than tight starter footprints.

County records show 11 qualified sales in Bridgeport across 2024–2025 (6 in 2024, 5 in 2025), median $425,000 — the last recorded sale per parcel on the Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll, independent of the MLS.

Pre-construction details are compiled from public records, builder announcements and builder listings, and are subject to change without notice; figures are deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Momentum Research figures are our own analysis. This page describes homes, pricing and community attributes, not residents.

Best for

  • Buyers seeking a primary residence with mid-sized square footage near 1,940 feet
  • Buyers open to older homes with renovation upside as well as newer builds
  • Value-focused buyers willing to inspect carefully and negotiate on condition

Probably not for

  • Buyers who want only new construction with warranty-fresh systems
  • Buyers expecting a narrow, predictable price band across the community
  • Buyers who prefer a turnkey home and no involvement in updates or repairs

The market around Bridgeport

Bridgeport is too small for its own price trend, so here is the market around it.

In ZIP 32177, 144 homes are on the market and 23% are under contract — a steady corner of Palatka.

Across Putnam County, 721 homes are active and 156 pending (18% under contract).

In ZIP 32177 (Palatka), 240 homes closed in the last 12 months at a median of $308K ($180/sq ft), down 2.9% year over year, with a median 64 days on market. Right now 13 active and 4 pending listings put supply at about 5.3 months — a buyer's market. See the live ZIP 32177 housing market and the Putnam County market.

ZIP and county figures describe the wider market, not Bridgeport specifically. Momentum Research analysis of MLS records.

Housing distress & ownership in Bridgeport, Palatka

Who owns here, how much is not owner-occupied, and how much for-sale inventory is under distress.

Active inventory in distress
0.0%
0 of 2 listings
Distress share trend — 0.0% now (2026-09-04 → 2026-10-01)

Source: Momentum Realty Research. Ownership & parcels from the FL DOR 2025 tax roll; distress from MLS active-listing status/remarks; price from MLS closed sales. Source: Data provided by realMLS. Deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

If we were buying in Bridgeport today, this is the order of operations we would run for our clients.

1

Underwrite the condition first. Price the roof, HVAC, and systems honestly before judging any list price; condition swings value here more than square footage alone.

2

Match the home to real comps. Recent sales of similar condition and lot, not the asking price, tell you what a home is worth.

3

Move deliberately, not desperately. Neither side has a decisive edge, so a well-prepared, fairly-priced offer wins without overpaying.

4

Line up financing and inspection early. A pre-approval and an inspection plan let you act fast and negotiate from evidence.

5

Keep an agent in your corner. The listing agent works for the seller; we represent you and prepare a hand-built valuation before any offer in Bridgeport.

Best Buy
Buyers who want usable square footage and are comfortable evaluating homes one at a time.
Biggest Risk
Condition varies sharply, so inspection discipline matters more than the median suggests.
Sweet Spot
A well-maintained mid-sized home priced honestly against its updates.
Avoid If
You want uniform, newer product with predictable, tier-based pricing.

A mixed-vintage pocket of Palatka

The defining feature here is age diversity. A median year built of 1987 sits roughly in the middle of a stock that reaches back to 1940 and forward to 2024, so you are genuinely choosing between older character homes, mid-era construction, and recent builds within the same community. That variety shapes everything from maintenance expectations to the kind of renovation work a given home may need.

Just over half of the homes — about 53% — carry a homestead exemption, which points to a core of owner-occupants rather than a purely investor-driven block. Combined with a median of roughly 1,940 square feet, the practical read is a community of primary residences with functional square footage, where the work of buying well is mostly about matching a specific home's condition to your budget and appetite for updates.

“

The location and the amenities are priced into every listing in Bridgeport. The deal is won or lost on condition, the comps, and the renovation math.

Jon Brooks · Founder, Momentum Realty

Why work with Momentum here

In a market this condition-driven, the value is in reading each home correctly — separating cosmetic wear from structural or systems issues, and knowing which updates a 1987-median stock typically needs. We price and evaluate property by property, not by a blanket neighborhood number, and we will tell you plainly when a listing's asking price is not supported by its condition.

Bridgeport in 15 seconds.

Best forBuyers who want usable square footage and are comfortable evaluating homes one at a time.
Biggest advantageA wide range of vintages means real choice between older, mid-era, and newer construction.
Biggest riskCondition varies sharply, so inspection discipline matters more than the median suggests.
Sweet spotA well-maintained mid-sized home priced honestly against its updates.
Avoid ifYou want uniform, newer product with predictable, tier-based pricing.

HOA, CDD & Fees

A note on who we are: Momentum Realty is a real estate brokerage. We are not the Bridgeport homeowners association, its management company or its developer, and we cannot help with dues, gate access, violations, amenity bookings or association documents. To reach the association, check your closing package, the recorded declaration at the county clerk, or search the association’s name at sunbiz.org for its registered agent. Call or message us to buy or sell a home in Bridgeport.
In short
  • HOA status not on record. Verify any dues before you offer
  • Any club/amenity membership is billed separately

Confirm the current HOA dues, exactly what they cover, and any CDD bond or special assessment for a specific address before you offer.

The takeaway

Selling here is won on condition and pricing to real comps, not an automated estimate. The right number comes from closed Bridgeport sales matched to your home.

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The real cost & risk here

Before the list price, the Florida math the portals skip. These are Putnam County typicals — your exact home, flood zone, and insurance quote will vary, so verify each before you offer.

$1,368/mo
Putnam County typical true cost to own
$112/mo
Putnam County typical home insurance
Check CDD
Confirm before you offer

County typicals from Momentum’s Florida housing data (Zillow & Realtor.com aggregates, Census, FRED), updated monthly; insurance modeled. Flood zone is property-specific — always confirm via FEMA.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many homes are in Bridgeport?
The Florida DOR 2025 assessment roll shows 232 homes plus 43 vacant residential lots in Bridgeport (public records).
What share of Bridgeport is owner-occupied?
53% of Bridgeport parcels carry a homestead exemption on the 2025 Florida DOR roll, the owner-occupancy proxy in public records.
When were the homes in Bridgeport built?
Homes in Bridgeport were built between 1940 and 2024, with a median year built of 1987 (FL DOR 2025 roll).
Who is the best real estate agent for Bridgeport?
The best agent for Bridgeport is one who actively works Palatka and knows the community's pricing, fees, and current inventory. Tell us what you're looking for in the form on this page and Momentum Realty will match you with a local specialist for Bridgeport.
How do I find a top Palatka real estate agent who knows Bridgeport?
Share a few details in the form on this page. Momentum Realty has 320+ agents and more than $3.5B in closed sales, and we'll connect you with one who knows Bridgeport and the wider Palatka area.
Can Momentum Realty connect me with an agent for Bridgeport?
Yes. Use the form on this page and we'll introduce you to a local specialist who can guide your Bridgeport purchase or sale - no call center and no pressure.
Where is Bridgeport, and what county is it in?
Bridgeport is in Palatka, Putnam County, FL, ZIP 32177. The community's center is about 8 miles northeast of the center of Palatka (straight-line).
How far is Bridgeport from downtown Jacksonville and the beach?
About 40 miles from downtown Jacksonville and about 19 miles from the Atlantic beach at St. Augustine Beach, both straight-line; driving distance is usually 15 to 30 percent more.
Buyers seeking a primary residence with mid-sized square footage near 1,940 feetExcellent fit
Buyers open to older homes with renovation upside as well as newer buildsExcellent fit
Value-focused buyers willing to inspect carefully and negotiate on conditionExcellent fit
Buyers who want only new construction with warranty-fresh systemsProbably not
Buyers expecting a narrow, predictable price band across the communityProbably not
Buyers who prefer a turnkey home and no involvement in updates or repairsProbably not

Data sources & freshness

Housing stock & ownershipFlorida DOR assessment roll (street-list match (4 streets, ZIP 32177))
Under-contract sharesrealMLS records, as of 2026-10-01
Historical depthClosed-sale records back to 2011 (21 transactions analyzed)

Verify the primary sources yourself: Florida DOR · U.S. Census · FEMA flood maps · Citizens Property Insurance.

Momentum Research figures are our own analysis of realMLS records; MLS data is deemed reliable but not guaranteed. Methodology: how Momentum market scores are computed. Market metrics describe homes for sale and recent sales, not residents.

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Thinking of selling in Bridgeport? 1 recorded closings (window ending 2026-10-01). See the Putnam County sell-now-or-wait data, what made 201,552 Florida listings fail in the last 12 months, or compare a cash offer vs. listing. Compiled from MLS records; deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Schools serving nearby communities

We do not have a confirmed school assignment for Bridgeport. These are the public schools most often assigned to other communities in ZIP 32177; zones change and vary by address, so confirm with the district before you buy.

Assignments from district data for neighboring communities; grades are official Florida Department of Education school grades (2025-26).

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