$15,000,000
Fairfield, CT 06824
MLS# 123128
7 beds | 7.3 baths | 9129 sqft

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Property Description
The Ultimate East Coast Sanctuary-Where Privacy Meets Pinnacle Luxury. Surrounded by high stone walls, a fortress of modern architecture is engineered for the world's most discerning icons who demand seclusion with proximity to NYC. This 38.91-acre compound ,is the mid century former home of Richard Rodgers, composer of The Sound of Music. Restored and expanded to incorporate 7 bedrooms and 7 full baths, with views over the open landscaped property. Lofty ceilings and glass walls are perfect for an art collector. Separate wings radiate off the main rooms. The screening room, Moroccan lounge, and a guest wing allow for A-list entertaining. The barn w/ kitchen, bath, and pro grade gym, the pool, and a paddle court make this an ideal athlete's compound. Stone cottage has staff quarters.
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Location Property Info
List Price: $15,000,000
Type: Single Family Residence
Street #: 4800
Street Name: Congress
Street Suffix: Street
State: CT
Zip Code: 06824
County: Fairfield
Area: 16 - Out of Town
Property ID: 167 1
# Bdrms: 7
# FBths: 7
Baths: 7.3
OfficeContract Info
Status: Active
List Date: 2025-06-25
General Property Info
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovations: 2021
Garage #: 6
Elementary School: Out of Town
Middle School: Out of Town
Pool: Yes
Pool Description: Heated
Court: Yes
Court Description: Platform
SqFt +/-: 9129
Acres +/-: 36.8
Property Features
Entry Hall Ceilings: Tray
Living Room Ceilings: Extra Height; Tray
Dining Room Ceilings: Extra Height
Family Room Ceilings: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Family Room Comments: Bookshelves
Kitchen Comments: Kitchen Island; Pantry
Primary Bdrm Ceilings: Extra Height
Primary Bdrm Comments: Dressing Room; Primary Bedroom Suite
Sngl Bdrms Ceilings: Extra Height
Bath Ceilings: Extra Height
Other Room Comments: Exercise Room
Other Room Comments 3: In-Law Floorplan
Design: Contemporary
Cooling System: Central Air
Heat System: Forced Air
Heat Fuel: Geothermal
Hot Water: Gas
Attic: None
Basement Type: Finished; Full
Water Source: Public
Sanitation Source: Septic Tank
Exterior: Clapboard; Wood Siding
Parking Description: Attached; Detached
Roof: Slate
Lot Description: Level; Stone Wall
Features: Auto Garage Door; Cable Connected; Central Vacuum; Security System
Outbuildings: Guest House; Pool House; Studio
Included: All Kitchen Applncs; Flat Screen TV; Washer/Dryer
Supplements
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.
Listing Office: William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
Last Updated: October - 30 - 2025
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