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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