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Westport Town Profile

If the coastal lifestyle is your idea of dream living, you should explore the exciting real estate opportunities in Westport, CT. An affluent town of almost 28,000 residents, Westport has long been one of the jewels of Connecticut’s Gold Coast. It is flanked by the similarly sought-after communities of Fairfield and Norwalk and has a well-established reputation as a favored retreat of the glitterati. Westport is just over 40 miles away from Manhattan via the Merritt Parkway and Interstate-95. It has two train stations on Metro-North’s New Haven Line.

Lifestyle

Despite its high-profile residents, Westport has a low-key, beach town atmosphere as well as a distinct character that reflects its history as an artist’s colony.

Today, Westport residents love its warm, small-town feel. The Town Center is a quaint but thriving hub where you can find a fine mix of charming local boutiques and international retailers.

Quality education is another reason why families are drawn to Westport. The town boasts a top-performing public school district, headlined by Staples High School and Long Lots Elementary School. The community also benefits from notable educational attractions like the Rolnick Observatory and Earthplace: The Nature Discovery Center. 

Real Estate and Neighborhoods

Houses for sale in Westport, CT include a variety of luxury homes and estates, accommodating those inclined to settle down on Long Island Sound villas or homes with expansive yard space a few blocks further inland. Like many towns in the region, architectural styles in Westport tend towards the traditional, and you’ll find plenty of handsome colonials.

It also features a variety of neighborhoods, including:

  • Greens Farms– Westport’s oldest neighborhood
  • Saugatuck– Located in the southwest corner of town, this area includes the Saugatuck Shores peninsula and the Saugatuck Island special taxing district
  • Coleytown – a neighborhood along the northern edge of town named after one of the most affluent landowners who lived in Westport
  • Old Hill– a historic district where Revolutionary and Victorian era homes are found

Attractions and Things to Do

  • Longshore
    Includes one of the best public golf courses in CT with discounts for residents.
  • Compo Beach and Sherwood Island State Park
    Among CT’s most idyllic waterfronts, host to many picnics and summer swims.
  • Fairfield County Hunt Club
    One of Fairfield County’s premier country clubs, this 40-acre property is open all year round to accommodate fine dining and social events, equestrian shows, sports, and family-friendly social activities.

A Brief History of Westport, CT

Westport was formed in 1835 from portions of the adjacent towns that border it today. These towns are Fairfield to the east, Norwalk to the west, and Weston to the north. Since its incorporation, the town prospered as an agricultural community, making a name for itself as a top producer of onions.

In the early 1900s, Westport attracted waves of artists, authors, and musicians, turning the town into a renowned creative haven.

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