Listing Summary
Discover a rare commercial redevelopment opportunity at 51 Gabb Road, Bloomfield, CT. Spanning 8.7 private acres with a 36,100 SF institutional building, full gym, commercial kitchen, and a separate single-family home. Perfect for community, educational, or residential adaptive reuse. Listed at $3,400,000.
Full Description
Welcome to 51 Gabb Road, Bloomfield, CT 06002—an extraordinary, highly versatile commercial campus offered at $3,400,000. Set at the end of a long, private driveway across approximately 8.7 level, wooded acres, this unique real estate investment offers incredible privacy, scale, and potential in the heart of Hartford County.
Formerly the home of the prestigious Bess & Paul Sigel Hebrew Academy, this architecturally striking 36,100 square foot main institutional building is now vacant and ready for its next visionary chapter. Designed with institutional-grade infrastructure, the property features a multi-story layout with complete elevator access, a fire suppression system, central air conditioning, and multi-zone hot air heating.
Interior Architectural Features & Functional Layout
The heart of the facility is defined by an unforgettable domed skylight and central assembly space, bathing the common areas in natural light. The interior layout offers expansive floor plans designed to accommodate high-capacity operations, including:
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Educational & Administrative Spaces: Multiple classrooms, private offices, conference rooms, and a dedicated library.
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Recreational & Event Facilities: A full-sized gymnasium suitable for athletics, events, and community gatherings.
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Dining & Hospitality Services: A spacious cafeteria integrated with a full commercial kitchen setup.
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Conveniences: Multiple multi-stall restrooms, wall-to-wall carpeting, durable tile flooring, and fully accessible elevator service.
In addition to the primary 36,099 SF facility, the property features a separate 2,286 SF single-family residence, providing ideal space for a caretaker unit, executive housing, administrative annex, or rental income.
Strategic Location & Endless Redevelopment Potential
Zoned R-20 with existing approvals for institutional use, 51 Gabb Road represents a rare blank canvas for investors, developers, non-profits, and business leaders alike. Potential uses include:
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Educational & Training Institutions: Private academies, charter schools, vocational centers, or specialized research hubs.
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Community & Faith-Based Organizations: Houses of worship, retreat centers, or non-profit headquarters.
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Healthcare & Wellness: Assisted living, senior care, outpatient medical facilities, or rehabilitation centers.
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Recreational & Athletic Facilities: Indoor sports complexes, fitness academies, or community centers.
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Residential Adaptive Reuse: Potential high-density housing, senior living, or residential development (subject to Town of Bloomfield planning and zoning approval).
Strategically situated near Bloomfield Avenue, this property sits adjacent to West Hartford and provides quick, direct access to downtown Hartford, I-84, and I-91. Properties combining this level of privacy, architectural distinction, floor area, and acreage are virtually non-existent in Central Connecticut.
Property Quick-Facts & Specifications
| Property Feature |
Details |
| Address |
51 Gabb Road, Bloomfield, CT 06002 |
| Listing Price |
$3,400,000 |
| Building Size (Main) |
36,099 / 36,100 SQFT |
| Additional Structure |
2,286 SF Single-Family Residence |
| Lot Size |
8.7 Acres (Level Lot) |
| Property Type |
Commercial / Institutional Campus |
| Year Built |
1974 |
| Zoning / Permits |
R-20 (Approved for Institutional Use) |
| MLS Number |
24209004 |
| Annual Taxes |
$87,979 (2026) |
| Climate Control |
Central Air, Hot Air Heating (Fuel Oil) |
| Utilities & Sewer |
Electric, Public Sewer Connected, Fire Suppression System |
| Parking & Grounds |
Ample Paved Off-Street Parking, Open Fields, Wooded Borders |
| Listing Brokerage |
Century 21 Allpoints Realty (Lisa Cozzi & Lindy Hoyt) |
Quick Glance
- Listing ID:
CL-Connecticut-28861
- Status:
Active
- Year Build:
1974
- Building Size:
36,099 SqFt
- Lot Size:
8.70 Acr
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