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About this home
A masterclass in modern coastal architecture, this four-level waterfront retreat delivers a seamless connection to the Saugatuck River. Floor-to-ceiling glass anchors the open-concept main floor, filling it with natural light and showcasing broad river views. Recent high-end infrastructure and tech upgrades make the home as smart as it is stylish--featuring custom Lutron automated window shades throughout, a fully integrated audio/video system, custom window and retractable door screens, and EV charger pre-wiring. Outdoors, enjoy an automatic irrigation system, a conservation-approved custom wire and rail fence, and dock approvals nearing completion, clearing the path to launch your boat into Long Island Sound. An adjacent park further preserves the home's scenic setting and surrounding privacy. Spanning 1,841 intelligently planned square feet, the layout offers ideal space separation and turn-key, lock-and-go convenience: a private second-floor primary suite with walk-in closet and en suite bathroom with tub and steam shower, a third-floor guest suite with a private balcony, and a lower-level family room next to a third bedroom with ensuite bathroom and walk-in closet. Just outside, a water's edge terrace offers effortless riverfront entertaining--all in a prime Westport setting moments from downtown, offering immediate access to local dining, shops and parks.
Agent is related to Owner.
Single-familyProperty Type
2025Year Built
3,920 sq ftLot Size
$1,573Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Kristi Law• William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Sparkling river views from four floors of the most modern, chic spaces. With three bedrooms, three and a half baths, gorgeous natural light and the smartest use of 1800 sqft this waterfront home by Vita Design Group has been crafted to truly enjoy its surroundings - a perfect blend of slow tides and vibrant downtown. The main level enjoys a full wall of windows spanning the kitchen, dining area and living room. Upstairs, the primary suite fills the second floor with a serene bedroom, beautiful bath, walk in wardrobe and convenient laundry. A third floor bedroom and bath also offer a bird's eye balcony to take in the sun and sounds of rowers gliding by during the day or live Levitt tunes on a summer evening. A full lower level includes both a den/office and an en-suite bedroom. Sit riverside on the patio or cruise the river straight to the Long Island Sound.
The permitting process for a dock is underway. As for timing of approval and issuance, State and Army permits can be expected before the end of May at the earliest.
Smart MLS #170350244
Mar 12, 2021
Sold
$350,000
$190/sq ft
Jan 31, 2021
Relisted
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Oct 27, 2020
Contingent
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Oct 24, 2020
Listed
$375,000
$204/sq ft
Direct riverfront building lot with sweeping views up, down and across the Saugatuck River in Westport, CT. Downsize in style to a pied-à-terre at this beautiful and convenient location, less than a half mile walk to Main Street with it's myriad of stores and eateries, just over a mile to Metro North and i95 and a little over an hour from Midtown Manhattan. Kayak right off your backyard or sit and watch as the rowers from Saugatuck Rowing Club go by. In the Summertime, stroll across the bridge and enjoy a show at the Levitt Pavillion or head down to Longhsore for Tennis, Golf, Sailing and Swimming. See attached plans and renderings. This is a "legal building lot" as per Westport Planning Zoning (see docs)
Smart MLS #170261536
Jul 31, 2020
Listing Removed
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Jan 6, 2020
Listed
$399,000
$217/sq ft
Smart MLS #170175689
Nov 30, 2019
Listing Removed
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Sep 30, 2019
Listing Removed
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Sep 13, 2019
Price Changed
$399,000
$217/sq ft
May 26, 2019
Price Changed
$427,500
$232/sq ft
Apr 5, 2019
Listed
$475,000
$258/sq ft
Smart MLS #170077823
Nov 1, 2018
Listing Removed
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Apr 30, 2018
Listed
$499,000
$271/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$5,940 (+1.6%)
$323,700
2022
$5,849
$323,700
2021
$5,849 (+4.7%)
$323,700
2020
$5,588 (−0.9%)
$334,400
2019
$5,638
$334,400
2018
$5,638
$334,400
2017
$5,638
$334,400
2016
$5,638 (−33.7%)
$334,400
2014
$8,505
$474,100
Public record
Public record
Permits
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3,920 Sq. Ft.
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Fairfield County
APN
419151
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Last updated by owner on Jun 13, 2023.
Feb 25, 2020 • Final
Residential heating
Install copper tubing for baseboard heating.
HVAC
Roofing
Feb 25, 2020 • Final
Residential alteration
Perform kitchen renovations including the removal of a non-bearing wall.
Kitchen
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Climate risks
10/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
6/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
6/10 Wind Factor
72% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Westport, CT • 06880
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 12% for direct sun exposure in Westport. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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