4800 Congress St

Fairfield, CT 06824

$15,000,000
Price
7
Beds
9,129 Sq. Ft.
$1,643 / Sq. Ft.
9,129
Sq. Ft.
$1,643
per Sq. Ft.
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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...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.
  1. Listed by Leslie Razook • William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l
    P: (203)-644-1450 C: (203)-918-4452 lrre@earthlink.net

Property Details for 4800 Congress Street

Section
Out of Town
Design
Contemporary
Pool
Yes
Basement Type
Finished, Full
Garage #
6.00
LISTING UPDATED: 10/30/2025 04:17 PM

Property Details for 4800 Congress Street

StatusActive
MLS #123128
Days on Market222
Taxes$74,583 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential
Year Built1965
Lot Size36.80 AC / 1,603,007 SF
CountyFairfield County

Location

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Building Information for 4800 Congress Street

Stories-Year Built1965Building Size-Lot Size36.80 AC / 1,603,007 SF

Payment Calculator

$79,323 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$73,107

Property Taxes

$6,215

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 4800 Congress Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: 16 - Out of Town
  • Elementary School: Out of Town
  • Middle School: Out of Town
  • Directions: Navigation
  • City: Fairfield
  • MLS Area Major: 16 - Out of Town
  • Longitude: -73.302837
  • Latitude: 41.20
  • Postal Code: 06824
  • County: Fairfield
  • State Or Province: CT
HOA and Fees
  • Parcel Number: 167 1
  • Association Chg/Yr: $0
  • Taxes: $74,583
Interior and Exterior Features
Interior Features
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 10
  • Baths Full: 7
  • Baths Half: 3
  • Beds Total: 7
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Entry Hall Level/FP: 1st: 1
  • Living Room Level/FP: 1st: 1
  • Dining Room Level/FP: 1st: 1
  • Library/Den Level/FP: 1st: 1
  • Family Room Level/FP: 1st: 1
  • Kitchen Level/FP: 1st: 2
  • Primary Bdrm Level/FP: 1st: 1
  • Primary Bath Level/FP: 1st: 1
  • Sngl Bdrms Level/FP: 1st: 6
  • Bath Level/FP: 1st: 6
  • Laundry Level/FP: 1st: 2
  • Attic: None: Yes
  • Bath Ceilings: Extra Height: Yes
  • Dining Room Ceilings: Extra Height: Yes
  • Entry Hall Ceilings: Tray: Yes
  • Family Room Ceilings: Vaulted: Yes
  • Family Room Comments: Bookshelves: Yes
  • Kitchen Comments: Island: Yes
  • Kitchen Comments: Pantry: Yes
  • LibraryDen Ceilings: Extra Height: Yes
  • LibraryDen Comments: Bookshelves: Yes
  • Living Room Ceilings: Extra Height: Yes
  • Living Room Ceilings: Tray: Yes
  • Other Room Comments: Exercise Room: Yes
  • Other Room Comments 3: In-Law Suite: Yes
  • Cooling System: Central AC: Yes
  • Heat System: Forced Air: Yes
  • Primary Bdrm Ceilings: Extra Height: Yes
  • Primary Bdrm Comments: Dressing Room: Yes
  • Primary Bdrm Comments: Primary Bedroom Suite: Yes
  • Cooling System: Central Air
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Clapboard: Yes
  • Exterior: Wood Siding: Yes
  • Court: Yes
  • Exterior: Wood Siding, Clapboard
  • Roof: Slate
  • Pool YN: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Location Property Info: List PriceSqFt: $1,643.12
  • Location Property Info: Owner: Connecticut Congress, LLC
  • Location Property Info: Zoning: OT - Out of Town
  • Location Property Info: State: Connecticut
  • Location Property Info: Zip Code: 06824
  • Location Property Info: # FPs: 2.0
  • Lot Description: Level,Stone Wall
  • Lot Size Acres: 36.8
  • Lot Size Area: 36.8
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 1603008.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Description: Level: Yes
  • Lot Description: Stone Wall: Yes
Property and Assessments
  • General Property Info: Acres -: 36.8
  • General Property Info: Year Renovations: 2021.0
  • General Property Info: Elementary School: Out of Town
  • General Property Info: Middle School: Out of Town
  • General Property Info: Pool Description: Heated
  • General Property Info: Court Description: Platform
  • General Property Info: SqFt Source: Taxcard
  • Assessment: $2,673,230
  • Year Renovations: 2021
  • Zoning: AAA
  • Sanitation Source: Septic Tank
  • SqFt Source: Taxcard
  • Outbuildings: Guest House, Pool House, Studio
  • Features: Auto Garage Door: Yes
  • Features: Cable TV: Yes
  • Features: Central Vacuum: Yes
  • Features: Security System: Yes
  • Included: All Kitchen Applncs: Yes
  • Included: Flat Screen TV: Yes
  • Included: WasherDryer: Yes
Utilities
  • Heat Fuel: Geothermal: Yes
  • Hot Water: Gas: Yes
  • Heat System: Forced Air, Geothermal
  • Water Source: Public
Multi Family
Building Details
  • Public Remarks: 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.
  • Parking Desc: Detached, Attached, Garage Door Opener

Property History for 4800 Congress Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 16, 2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #618264374

$2,950,000

+2.0% / yr

Sep 17, 1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90993119

$2,050,000

+9.3% / yr

Jun 8, 1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90961167

$2,000,000

-4.3% / yr

Sep 29, 1994

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90967644

$2,460,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/16/2018

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #618264374

$2,950,000

+2.0% / yr

09/17/1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90993119

$2,050,000

+9.3% / yr

06/08/1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90961167

$2,000,000

-4.3% / yr

09/29/1994

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90967644

$2,460,000

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Public Records for 4800 Congress Street

Taxable ValueLand$852,390Additions$1,820,840Total$2,673,230
Tax Record2024$75,893 ($6,324 / month)
Home Facts
Baths7.5Total Finished SqFt9,129 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt9,129 SqFtStories1Lot Size475,806 SqFtStyleMulti-Family Dwelling (2-4)Year Built1965ZoningAAACountyFAIRFIELDAPNFFLD M:167 B:1Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 4800 Congress Street

This home is within Fairfield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Burr Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Tomlinson Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Fairfield Warde High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Burr Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Tomlinson Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fairfield Warde High School
Public9 to 12

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More information about 4800 Congress Street, Fairfield, CT 06824

4800 Congress Street is a single family home for sale in Fairfield, CT 06824. This property was listed for sale on June 25, 2025 by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l, it's currently listed at $15,000,000. It has been on the market for a total of 222 days and was last sold on February 16, 2018. This listing's school district is Fairfield School District. Nearby schools include Burr Elementary School, Tomlinson Middle School and Fairfield Warde High School. 4800 Congress Street is a 7-bed, 10-bath, 9,129 sqft single family home built in 1965.

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