Contract Signed
5 beds5,699 sqft
98 Banks Pl, Southport, CT 06890
Est: $35,384/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
5.44 acresLot Size
1830Year Built
$987/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

*Offers Due 7/26 at 5PM* Timeless luxury meets exceptional craftsmanship at 98 Banks Place, where a meticulous restoration & rebuild, completed in 2017, transformed an 1830 Greek Revival into a home offering the comfort of new construction while preserving the soul, warmth, & character only a home of this era can provide. Original floors, brick, timbers, custom windows, reclaimed hardware, & period details blend seamlessly with custom millwork, barrel ceilings, Belgian stone flooring, designer finishes,...*Offers Due 7/26 at 5PM* Timeless luxury meets exceptional craftsmanship at 98 Banks Place, where a meticulous restoration & rebuild, completed in 2017, transformed an 1830 Greek Revival into a home offering the comfort of new construction while preserving the soul, warmth, & character only a home of this era can provide. Original floors, brick, timbers, custom windows, reclaimed hardware, & period details blend seamlessly with custom millwork, barrel ceilings, Belgian stone flooring, designer finishes, radiant-heated floors, & all-new systems. A chef's kitchen w/ concealed scullery anchors gracious living spaces, while an inviting family room & serene primary suite balance gathering & retreat. Set on nearly 5.5 private acres, the property is designed for indoor-outdoor living w/ a resort-style pool, year-round spa, expansive bluestone patio, outdoor kitchen, double-sided fireplace, & new pool house offering flexible space for guests, entertaining, an in-law suite, or future living accommodations. Sweeping lawns, formal gardens, an apple orchard, enclosed vegetable garden, & mature green screening create a private retreat unlike any other. Moments from Southport Village, Southport Harbor, Pequot Library, Southport Beach, dining, & the train, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy estate-like living in one of Fairfield County's most sought-after coastal communities, where old-world charm, modern ease, & a walkable coastal lifestyle come together in a truly one-of-a-kind offering

Listing Agent

  1. Shoshana Snyder

    Shoshana Snyder

    Listing Agent

    Compass Connecticut, LLC

    P: (203) 321-3502

    M: (203) 321-3502

5 days on Market
Last updated: 09/02/2026 03:02 PM • Source: SMARTMLS, MLS#: 24193624

Location

Add your commute

Virtual Tour

Payment Calculator

$35,384 per month

30 year fixed, 6.71% Interest

Principal and Interest

$29,067

Property Taxes

$6,317

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Know your buying power with a preapproval and custom rate in minutes

Rocket Mortgage1

Property Information for 98 Banks Place

Property Details
  • Taxes: $75,798 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential
  • Basement Description: Full, Unfinished, Heated, Sump Pump, Cooled, Interior Access, Full With Hatchway
  • Direct Waterfront: No
  • Garages Number: 3
  • Neighborhood: Southport
  • Style: Colonial, Antique
  • Garage Parking Info: Detached Garage
  • Swimming Pool: Yes
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1830
  • Lot Size: 5.44 AC / 236,966 SF
Summary
Property and Location
  • Acres Source: Public Records
  • Directions: Pequot Avenue to Banks Place.
  • Elementary School: Mill Hill
  • Flood Zone: No
  • High School: Fairfield Ludlowe
  • Latitude: 41.131231
  • Longitude: -73.292274
  • Middle Jr High School: Roger Ludlowe
  • Neighborhood Amenities: Golf Course, Health Club, Library, Public Transportation, Tennis Courts
  • State: Connecticut
HOA and Fees
  • Home Owner's Assocation: No
  • Tax Year: July 2026-June 2027
  • Property Tax: $75,798
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Terrace, Gutters, Lighting, Guest House, Balcony, Fruit Trees, Porch, Garden Area, Underground Sprinkler
  • Pool Description: Gunite, Heated, Pool House, Spa, In Ground Pool
  • Waterfront Description: Walk to Water, Beach Rights, Water Community
Interior Features
  • Appliances Included: Gas Range, Convection Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
  • Attic Description: Partially Finished, Walk-up
  • Cooling System: Central Air, Zoned
  • Heat Type: Hot Air, Radiant, Zoned
  • Attic YN: Yes
  • Fireplaces Total: 5
  • Interior Features: Auto Garage Door Opener, Cable - Pre-wired, Security System
  • Laundry Room Info: Upper Level
  • Laundry Room Location: Guest Suite Hallway; Hookup in basement
  • Rooms Additional: Mud Room, Roughed-In Bath
  • Rooms Total: 11
Room 1
  • Room Entry Order: 1
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Fireplace,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 2
  • Room Entry Order: 10
  • Room Features: Double-Sink,Stall Shower,Marble Floor
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary Bath
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 3
  • Room Entry Order: 11
  • Room Features: Palladian Window(s),9 ft+ Ceilings,Bedroom Suite,Full Bath,Laundry Hookup,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 4
  • Room Entry Order: 12
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 5
  • Listing Key: 5736275B36E8FB28E063E201100A2DD1
  • Room Entry Order: 13
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 14.0
Room 6
  • Room Entry Order: 14
  • Room Features: Stall Shower,Tile Floor
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 7
  • Room Entry Order: 15
  • Room Features: 2 Story Window(s),Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 23.0
  • Room Level: Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom
  • Room Width: 27.0
Room 8
  • Room Entry Order: 2
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,French Doors,Marble Floor
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 18.0
Room 9
  • Listing Key: 5736275B36E8FB28E063E201100A2DD1
  • Room Entry Order: 3
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Beams,Eating Space,Island,Pantry,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 17.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eat-In Kitchen
  • Room Width: 17.0
Room 10
  • Room Entry Order: 4
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Wood Stove,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 24.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other
  • Room Width: 21.0
Room 11
  • Room Entry Order: 5
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Beams,Built-Ins,Fireplace,French Doors,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 24.0
Room 12
  • Room Entry Order: 6
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Book Shelves,Built-Ins,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 18.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Study
  • Room Width: 15.0
Room 13
  • Room Entry Order: 7
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Stall Shower,Marble Floor
  • Room Length: 10.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Full Bath
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 14
  • Room Entry Order: 8
  • Room Features: Marble Floor
  • Room Length: 4.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Half Bath
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 15
  • Room Entry Order: 9
  • Room Features: 9 ft+ Ceilings,Balcony/Deck,Beams,French Doors,Walk-In Closet,Hardwood Floor
  • Room Length: 19.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Primary BR Suite
  • Room Width: 26.0
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Color: White
  • Construction Description: Frame
  • Exterior Siding: Shingle, Cedar
  • Foundation Type: Concrete, Stone
  • New Construction Type: No/Resale
  • Roof: Wood Shingle
  • Year Built: 1830
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
  • Bank Owned Property: No
  • In Law Access: Detached
  • In Law Apartment: Possible
  • Sq Ft Description: Main House, Pool/Guest house not included
  • Living Area SQFT Per Public Records: 0
Lot Information
  • Lot Description: Treed, Professionally Landscaped
  • Parcel Number: 136711
  • Sq Ft Est Heated Above Grade: 5699.0
  • Sq Ft Total: 5699.0
  • Zoning: R3
Utilities
  • Energy Features: Generator, Geothermal Heat
  • Heat Fuel Type: Geothermal, Natural Gas
  • Hot Water Description: Natural Gas, Tankless Hotwater
  • Radon Mitigation Air: Yes
  • Sewage System: Septic
  • Water Source: Public Water Connected
Multi Family
Income and Expenses
  • Occupied By: Owner

Property History for 98 Banks Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 3, 2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #482872665

$2,000,000

+4.9% / yr

Mar 1, 1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90960786

$950,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/03/2014

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #482872665

$2,000,000

+4.9% / yr

03/01/1999

Closed (Public Record)

Public Record #90960786

$950,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 98 Banks Place

Taxable ValueLand$584,290Additions$846,440Total$1,430,730
Tax Record2025$40,618 ($3,385 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths5Total Finished SqFt5,699 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,699 SqFtStories2Lot Size87,120 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1830Year Renovated1830ZoningR3CountyGREATER BRIDGEPORTAPNFFLD M:283 B:4

Schools near 98 Banks Place

This home is within Fairfield School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mill Hill School
PublicK to 5

Roger Ludlowe Middle School
Public6 to 8

Fairfield Ludlowe High School
Public9 to 12

Giant Steps Connecticut
PrivateK to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

Neighborhood Map and Transit

Similar Homes

New listings in 06890

$2,000,000 | 305 South Gate Lane, Fairfield, CT 06890
1/40
Open: 9/17 11:00AM - 01:00PM

$2,000,000

4
Bedrooms
5,283
Square Feet
0.59
Acres
$1,695,000 | 845 Kings Highway West, Fairfield, CT 06890
1/11
Compass Coming SoonOpen: 9/20 12:00PM - 02:00PM

$1,695,000

3
Bedrooms
2,074
Square Feet
0.35
Acres
$2,499,000 | 245 Cedar Road, Fairfield, CT 06890
1/35

$2,499,000

4
Bedrooms
3,519
Square Feet
1.4
Acres
$1,495,000 | 624 Center Street, Fairfield, CT 06890
1/40

$1,495,000

3
Bedrooms
2,048
Square Feet
0.1
Acres
$1,699,000 | 160 Cedar Road, Fairfield, CT 06890
1/39

$1,699,000

2
Bedrooms
2,131
Square Feet
4.45
Acres
$1,249,000 | 35 Sherwood Place, Fairfield, CT 06890
1/18

$1,249,000

4
Bedrooms
1,892
Square Feet
0.17
Acres
$1,397,000 | 71 Aberdeen Way, Unit 71, Fairfield, CT 06890
1/39
Listed By Compass

$1,397,000

3
Bedrooms
3,012
Square Feet
$3,995,000 | 1061 Cedar Road, Fairfield, CT 06890
1/40
Virtual Tour

$3,995,000

6
Bedrooms
5,682
Square Feet
1
Acres
$2,675,000 | 476 Mill Hill Terrace, Fairfield, CT 06890
1/10
Under Contract - Continue To Show

$2,675,000

5
Bedrooms
5,252
Square Feet
0.43
Acres

No guarantee, warranty or representation of any kind is made regarding the completeness or accuracy of any information, descriptions or measurements (including square footage measurements and property condition), such should be independently verified through appropriate means, including, but not limited to, in person inspection and public records, and Compass International Holdings, its subsidiaries, affiliates and independently owned and operated franchisees, and their affiliated agents and associated third parties expressly disclaim any liability in connection therewith. Photos may be virtually staged or digitally enhanced and may not reflect actual property conditions. Offers of compensation are subject to change at the seller's discretion. No financial or legal advice provided. Equal Housing Opportunity. Subject to change at any time. Compass, Inc., its subsidiaries, affiliates and their agents and associated third parties make no guarantee, warranty or representation regarding the accuracy of any waterfront feature, water view or waterfront view.

Based on information from one of the following Multiple Listing Services: Darien MLS, Smart MLS and Greenwich Multiple Listing Service. Information being provided is for the visitor’s personal, noncommercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties visitor may be interested in purchasing. The data contained herein is copyrighted by Darien MLS, Smart MLS and Greenwich Multiple Listing Service is protected by all applicable copyright laws. Any dissemination of this information is in violation of copyright laws and is strictly prohibited. Property information referenced on this web site comes from the Internet Data Exchange (IDX) program of the MLS. This web site may reference real estate listing(s) held by a brokerage firm other than the broker and/or agent who owns this web site. For the avoidance of doubt, the accuracy of all information, regardless of source, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals.