George Cress of Real Broker Email: george@cress.co (dot co) Call/Text: 212-203-5251
Fairfield, CT / 126 DAYS ON MARKET
4800 Congress StreetFairfield, CT 06824
Asking price$12,000,000Active
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Our Take
4800 Congress Street is a 10.92-acre Fairfield estate with a mid-century main residence, pool, barn pool house/gym, heated paddle court, and office pavilion. The seven-bedroom home includes seven full and three half baths, while its separate wings, lofty ceilings, and walls of glass shape the interiors. Formerly the home of composer Richard Rodgers, the residence is described as restored with upgraded, integrated systems. The grounds include open vistas, meadows, an orchard, and high stone walls, with a 155-acre nature preserve surrounding the property.
At a glance
Active · MLS #24161896- Bedrooms
- 7
- BathroomsBaths
- 7 full / 3 half
- Square feet
- 9,129
- Year built
- 1965
- Acres
- 10.92
- Property taxes
- $113,236
July 2026-June 2027
What stands out
- Heated paddle court and pool
- Seven bedrooms with landscaped-property views
- Lofty ceilings and walls of glass
- Hidden screening room and Moroccan lounge
- Barn pool house with kitchen, bath, and gym
- Office pavilion in a quiet garden area
- Open vistas, meadows, and orchard
- 155-acre nature preserve surrounding the property
Read the full listing description
This offering is for 4800 Congress St, a one of a kind estate consists of main residence on 10.92 acres, pool, barn pool house/gym, heated paddle court, and an office pavilion. Surrounded by high stone walls, a fortress of modern architecture is invisible from the street,offering seclusion with proximity to NYC. The former home of Richard Rodgers, composer of The Sound of Music, the mid-century main residence was expertly restored, and all systems upgraded and integrated. The expanded footprint incorporates 7 bedrooms and 7 full baths, all with views over the open landscaped property. Lofty ceilings and walls of glass create magical interior spaces, a perfect setting for an art collector. Separate wings radiate off the main rooms. Each space has impeccable thoughtful detail. A hidden screening room , a stunning Moroccan lounge, and a guest wing allow for A-list entertaining. The barn pool house with full kitchen, bath and pro-grade gym, and pool, make this a perfect athlete's compound. An office pavilion is set privately in a quiet garden area. The landscape offers open vistas, meadows and an orchard. Live in ultimate style and easy elegance at this private retreat a quick commute to NYC and airports.. A private haven surrounded by a 155 acre nature preserve just minutes to Westport, Greenwich, and convenient to NYC and airports.
Schools
- Elementary
- Burr
- Middle
- Tomlinson
- High
- Fairfield Warde
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
A closer look at the location
Open Google Maps ↗4800 Congress Street, Fairfield, CT 06824
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Originally listed | $12,000,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Base estimate: $12,000,000 asking price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 60% rebate = $180,000. For the $5M+ tier, we offer a 60% rebate or more; contact Cress to determine any additional rebate. Actual savings depend on the final purchase price and commission Cress receives. The assumed commission is not a representation of this listing's offered compensation.
Listed by William Pitt Sotheby's Int'l · (203) 966-2633
Leslie Razook
SmartMLS · Listing #24161896 · Active
Listing data checked: Sep 17, 2026, 7:04 PM EDT.
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