The Stratford Condos for Sale

The Stratford moves. With 90 total units and a buyer pool drawn to its price point, availability here can change week to week. At a median sale price of $135,500 across 32 recorded MLS transactions, The Stratford sits well below the Stratford-wide median of $427,500 for all property types, which keeps demand steady from first-time buyers, investors, and downsizers who want a low-overhead condominium without crossing into a higher tax bracket. Units do not always sit long when they are priced correctly. If you are watching The Stratford specifically, the best move is to have a search set up before a unit you want hits the open market. The Engel Team monitors Stratford CT condos across all complexes, including off-market and pre-list situations at The Stratford. Contact the team directly to get on the notification list.

Recently Sold at The Stratford

MLS data shows 32 closed sales at The Stratford, with prices ranging from $85,000 to $230,000 and a median sale price of $135,500. Unit sizes ranged from 591 to 1,416 square feet. The median price per square foot was approximately $185/SF across the full dataset, though recent 2025 and 2026 sales have pushed toward the higher end of that range.

The most recent transactions tell a clear story about where pricing has moved. Unit A14, a 2-bedroom/2-bath at 995 square feet, closed in February 2026 at $228,000, roughly $229/SF. Unit A16, a 1-bedroom/1-bath at 668 square feet, closed in January 2026 at $165,000. Unit C26, an identical 1/1 at 668 square feet, sold in November 2025 at $160,000. Unit A32, a 1/1 at 703 square feet, closed in February 2025 at $172,500.

The spread between 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom units is meaningful. Recent 1-bedroom sales have clustered between $160,000 and $176,000 for the 668-square-foot floor plan, while 2-bedroom units at 995 to 1,124 square feet have sold between $217,500 and $228,000. The single 3-bedroom/2-bath sale on record, Unit C11 at 1,416 square feet, closed in August 2022 at $187,000, reflecting the pricing environment of that period rather than current market conditions.

Buyers and sellers reviewing these comps should note the variation in HOA fees across transactions, ranging from $185 to $225/month, and the corresponding property tax range, from approximately $1,662 to $3,654 annually. Both figures vary by unit, which affects net carrying cost calculations at each price point.

About The Stratford

The Stratford is a 90-unit condominium complex at 1700 Broadbridge Avenue in Stratford, CT, built in 1966. At nearly 60 years old, this is a mature building with the kind of established ownership base that tends to produce genuine community feel, along with the building-systems questions that any buyer of a 1960s structure should ask directly. The complex is organized across three buildings, designated A, B, and C in MLS records, each containing elevator access. That elevator access matters for buyers who want single-floor living without stairs between entry and unit. The clubhouse is the primary shared amenity on record. The Stratford’s price point puts it in a distinct category within Stratford CT real estate, sitting far below the town’s broader median and attracting buyers whose first requirement is low monthly overhead rather than square footage.

Homes and Layouts at The Stratford

The Stratford offers 1-, 2-, and 3-bedroom configurations across ranch-style and apartment-style floor plans. Based on MLS sales records, the dominant floor plan is a 1-bedroom/1-bath unit at 668 square feet, which appears repeatedly across all three buildings. A slightly larger 1-bedroom variation runs to 703 to 728 square feet. The 2-bedroom/2-bath units run from 995 to 1,124 square feet, with the larger end of that range appearing in the higher-priced sales. The only 3-bedroom unit sold in the MLS dataset, Unit C11, measured 1,416 square feet with 2 baths, and represents the largest floor plan on record. Elevator access is confirmed for the buildings, which makes this complex workable for buyers who cannot manage stairs. Parking and outdoor space details should be confirmed with the association or the listing agent, as those specifics are not contained in the MLS data available.

What Buyers Need to Know

HOA fees at The Stratford have moved over time. The earliest sales in the dataset show fees of $185/month. Recent 2025 and 2026 sales show fees of $210 to $225/month depending on unit. Before making an offer, request the current fee schedule, the most recent reserve study, and the last 12 months of meeting minutes. For a building constructed in 1966, the reserve fund and its adequacy relative to deferred maintenance is the most important document a buyer can request. Ask specifically about the status of major building systems: roof, elevators, HVAC infrastructure, and plumbing. Any upcoming special assessments will affect your total cost of ownership, and they are not always disclosed without a direct inquiry.

The variation in unit condition across a complex this age can be significant. Some units have been updated multiple times over six decades. Others have not been touched since the 1980s. That condition gap affects both value and the quality of your daily experience, and it is why price per square foot alone is not a reliable guide here. A $160,000 unit and a $228,000 unit can share the same floor plan but represent very different products. Inspect the specific unit, not just the building.

Rental rules, pet policies, and owner-occupancy ratios are not confirmed in available data and must be verified with the association before closing. Owner-occupancy ratio matters for financing: complexes with high investor concentration can trigger lending restrictions under conventional and FHA guidelines. Confirm the current ratio before assuming standard financing will apply. Resale value at The Stratford is supported by consistent buyer demand at this price point, but resale package review, including the association’s financial statements and any pending litigation, is standard due diligence and non-negotiable for a building of this age.

Buying or Selling at The Stratford

Pricing a unit at The Stratford correctly requires reading the comp set carefully. The $85,000 to $230,000 range across 32 sales is wide, and the difference between a well-positioned listing and an overpriced one is often the difference between a quick sale and a unit that stalls. Sellers who understand how floor plan, floor level, condition, and HOA fee interact in this building tend to get better outcomes than those who anchor on the highest comp without context.

For buyers, the math here is straightforward and worth running in full before making an offer. At $165,000 with a $220/month HOA fee and roughly $1,970 in annual property taxes, the total monthly carrying cost on a financed unit is predictable and low relative to anything else available in Stratford CT homes for sale. That is the case for this complex, and it is why demand here holds up even when the broader market softens.

The Engel Team handles valuations, off-market monitoring, and both buy-side and sell-side strategy at The Stratford and across all Stratford CT condos. If you are considering a purchase or thinking about listing, contact the team for a current valuation and a full review of the comp set before you move.