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4800 Congress StreetFairfield, CT 06824

For Sale

$15,000,000

Smart Buyer Rebate $150,000

Surrounded by stone walls, this storied, spectacular and private 38.91-acre Greenfield Hill country compound has had a stunning top-level transformation, creating 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 multiple wings, all with views over the open, landscaped property. Lofty ceilings and walls of glass create a perfect setting for an art collector. The property includes a pool house with kitchen, bath and gym, a separate office pavilion and guest house, and a heated paddle court.Enclosed behind a stone wall and surrounded by a 155 acre nature preserve, this is a uniquely private haven. Main residence 9129 sq ft. Barn 2400 sq ft., Guest House 2800 approx. Total 14,329 sq ft. Whole property generator. Solar and geothermal systems. Water filtration system. Two laundries. Slate roof. Heated parking. Dog washing station. Wine room. Orchard. This offering encompasses three lots: 4800 Congress St consists of main residence, 10.92 acres, office pavilion, pool/barn pool house and heated paddle court. 4900 Congress St consists of stone guesthouse on 25.87 acres with fields, meadows and pond. 5010 Congress St is open land: 2.12 acres with potential for barn or tennis courts and tennis pavilion. Equestrian use potential for entire property. All measurements approximate.

Listed by Leslie Razook

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License #RES.0784934

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William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l

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203-918-4452

Last updated June 27, 2025

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Source: FlexMLS #123128

Listing Facts

  • TypeSingle-family
  • NeighborhoodGreenfield Hill
  • Bedrooms7
  • Bathrooms8.5
  • Days on Prevu71
  • Taxes$74,583/year
  • Size9,129 sqft
  • Price per sqft$1,643

Amenities

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Parking

Location

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Listing History

06/27/2025
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
$15,000,000

Property Details for 4800 Congress Street

Exterior

Construction

  • Roof: Slate
  • Year Built: 1965
  • Architectural Style: Contemp
  • Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Clapboard

Features

  • Other Structures: Guest House, Pool House, Studio
  • Pool Private: Yes

Measurements

  • Building Area Total: 9,129
  • Lot Features: Level, Stone Wall
  • Lot Size Acres: 36.80
  • Lot Size Area: 36
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1,603,008
  • Lot Size Units: Acres

Financial

Taxes

  • Parcel Number: 167 1
  • Tax Annual Amount: $74,583.00
  • Tax Assessed Value: $2,673,230.00

Interior

Features

  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Central Vacuum, Bookcases

Rooms

  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Bathrooms Full: 7
  • Bathrooms Half: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 7

Other

General

  • Exclusions: Flat Screen TV

Location

  • City Region: Out Of Town

Parking

Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 6
  • Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener

Schools

Elementary School

  • Elementary School: Out Of Town

Middle or Junior School

  • Middle Or Junior School: Out Of Town

Utilities

Equipment

  • Cooling: Central A/C
  • Has Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Forced Air, Geothermal
  • Has Heating: Yes
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Public

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