Bennington bungalow will be replaced

by South Bayview Bulldog Admin • June 18, 2012

This ravine side bungalow on Heath Street East just east of Lumley Ave is now just a memory. The vacant lot shown above will be the location of a much larger home in this desirable and secluded part of Bennington Heights.

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