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Westport, CT / 107 DAYS ON MARKET
279 Saugatuck AvenueWestport, CT 06880
Asking price$14,900,000Active
Open house
Our Take
279 Saugatuck Avenue in Westport is a gated waterfront property with panoramic Long Island Sound views, an east-facing main house, and an indoor-outdoor layout centered on a Gunite pool and spa. The main residence includes a waterfront primary suite, three additional en-suite bedrooms, a home gym with sauna, and entertaining spaces with a bar and wine room. Grounds include a 168-foot seawall, 80-foot pier, private dock, terrace, and outdoor shower. A one-bedroom guest suite and separate two-bedroom guest cottage add accommodations.
At a glance
Active · MLS #24179641- Bedrooms
- 5
- BathroomsBaths
- 6 full / 3 half
- Square feet
- 9,546
- Year built
- 1999
- Acres
- 1.35
- Property taxes
- $100,098
July 2026-June 2027
What stands out
- Panoramic Long Island Sound views
- Walls of windows and private balconies
- Screened porch overlooking the Gunite pool and spa
- Waterfront primary suite with balcony and sitting room
- Home gym with sauna and waterfront balcony
- Terrace bar, built-in barbecue, and firepit
- 168-foot seawall, 80-foot pier, and private dock
- Two-bedroom guest cottage with kitchen and laundry
Read the full listing description
Panoramic views of Long Island Sound extend from this gated, resort-like estate. Designed to maximize its spectacular waterfront setting, the east-facing main house takes in the coastal views from walls of windows, glass French doors, and private balconies. Effortless indoor-outdoor flow defines the main level, where a charming screened-in porch and awning-covered veranda overlook a Gunite pool with spa. First floor rooms facing the water include the living room and office, both with fireplaces, the formal dining room and the open kitchen/family room. This floor also has a billiard/media room, full bar, refrigerated wine room, two powder rooms and laundry. Idyllic second floor primary suite features waterfront balcony and sitting room, 3 walk-in closets and marble bathroom. Three additional en-suite bedrooms, each with balconies, complete this level. Perched on the third floor is a home gym with waterfront balcony, full bath and sauna. Newly added wing above attached two-car garage with one-bedroom guest suite. Perfect for summer entertaining, the backyard terrace offers a bar with built-in barbecue and a sitting area with firepit by the pool. Beyond the manicured lawns, the 168-ft seawall leads to an 80-ft pier and 20-ft private dock. Side yard with secluded outdoor shower, exterior-access powder room and kayak storage rack. Spacious two-bedroom guest cottage with 1.5 baths, kitchen, laundry and attached one-car garage. Commercial-sized generator powers main house & cottage.
Schools
- Elementary
- Kings Highway
- Middle
- Bedford
- High
- Staples
Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.
A closer look at the location
Open Google Maps ↗279 Saugatuck Avenue, Westport, CT 06880
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Originally listed | $14,900,000 |
Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.
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*Base estimate: $14,900,000 asking price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 60% rebate = $223,500. 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 Sotheby's International Realty · (203) 869-4343
Joseph Barbieri
SmartMLS · Listing #24179641 · Active
Listing data checked: Sep 17, 2026, 7:02 PM EDT.
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