About 4800 Congress Street
The Ultimate East Coast Sanctuary-Where Privacy Meets Pinnacle Luxury. Surrounded by high stone walls, a fortress of modern architecture is invisible from the street and engineered for the world's most discerning icons who demand seclusion with proximity to NYC. This 38.91-acre compound is a one of a kind Fairfield County estate. The former home of Richard Rodgers, composer of The Sound of Music, the mid-century main residence was restored and expanded to incorporate 7 bedrooms and 7 full baths, all with views over the open, landscaped property. Lofty ceilings and walls of glass create magical interior spaces, a perfect setting for an art collector. Separate wings radiate off the main rooms. Each space has impeccable thoughtful detail. A hidden screening room , a stunning Moroccan lounge, and a guest wing allow for A-list entertaining. The barn pool house with full kitchen, bath and pro grade gym, the pool, and a heated paddle court make this a perfect athlete's compound. The stone gatehouse offers guest or staff quarters. An office pavilion is set privately in a quiet garden area. The landscape offers open vistas, meadows and an orchard. There is potential for equestrian use. Live in ultimate style and easy elegance at this private retreat a quick commute to NYC and airports.. A private haven surrounded by a 155 acre nature preserve just minutes to Westport, Greenwich, NYC and airports.
Features of 4800 Congress Street
| MLS® # | 24104335 |
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| Price | $15,000,000 |
| Bedrooms | 7 |
| Bathrooms | 10.00 |
| Full Baths | 7 |
| Half Baths | 3 |
| Square Footage | 9,129 |
| Acres | 38.91 |
| Type | Single Family For Sale |
| Style | Modern |
| Status | Active |
Community Information
| Address | 4800 Congress Street |
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| Area | Greenfield Hill |
| City | Fairfield |
| County | Fairfield |
| State | Connecticut |
| Zip Code | 06824 |
Amenities
| Features | Thermopane Windows |
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| Parking | Attached Garage, Covered Garage |
| # of Garages | 6 |
| Is Waterfront | No |
| Waterfront | Not Applicable |
| Has Pool | Yes |
| Pool | Gunite, Heated, Pool House, Spa, Safety Fence, In Ground Pool |
Interior
| Interior Features | Audio System, Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Central Vacuum, Humidifier, Security System |
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| Appliances | Gas Range, Wall Oven, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer |
| Heating | Heat Pump, Hot Air, Geothermal |
| Cooling | Central Air |
| Fireplace | Yes |
| # of Fireplaces | 2 |
| Has Basement | Yes |
| Basement | Full, Sump Pump, Storage, Interior Access, Partially Finished |
Exterior
| Exterior | Wood |
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| Exterior Features | Barn, Lighting, Guest House, Underground Utilities, Tennis Court, Gazebo, Garden Area, Stone Wall, Underground Sprinkler |
| Lot Description | Fence - Wood, Fence - Stone, Secluded, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped |
| Roof | Slate |
| Foundation | Concrete |
School Information
| Elementary | Burr |
|---|---|
| Middle | Tomlinson |
| High | Fairfield Warde |
Additional Information
| Date Listed | June 25th, 2025 |
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| Days on Market | 132 |
| Zoning | AAA |
| RE / Bank Owned | No |
Listing Details
| Office | William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l |
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