Westport, CT / SOLD

8 Highwood LaneWestport, CT 06880

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*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 20% rebate. Actual savings depend on final purchase price and commission received. Based on the recorded closed price; this is a hypothetical estimate, not a statement of actual commission or rebate paid.

Sale Price$938,780ClosedSeptember 14, 2023

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Estimated buyer rebate

The buyer could have saved $4,694 on brokerage fees*

When you buy with Cress, we give you back a portion of the brokerage commission we receive.

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*Estimate assumes a 2.5% buyer-agent commission and a 20% rebate. Actual savings depend on final purchase price and commission received. Based on the recorded closed price; this is a hypothetical estimate, not a statement of actual commission or rebate paid.

At a glance

Closed · MLS #170580960
Bedrooms
4
BathroomsBaths
3 full / 0 half
Square feet
3,814
Year built
1955
Acres
1.54
Property taxes
$8,863

July 2023-June 2024

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Welcome to Highwood. This unique, one of a kind home sits nestled on a quiet and private lane in the desirable Redcoat neighborhood of Westport. This 4 bedroom, 3 full bath house offers endless possibilities. If you like to entertain search no more! The bright and airy Great Room with cathedral ceiling, solid wood floors, floor to ceiling brick fireplace and a wet bar is an entertainer's delight. The Great Room opens up to a large 3 season screened in porch. The porch leads to private decking with a built in hot tub and a professionally landscaped rock garden. The kitchen has a 9 ft. ceiling and is updated with solid wood cabinets, stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, induction electric cooktop, convection oven and breakfast bar. The kitchen opens to a dining room/family room also with 9ft. ceiling, brick fireplace and built in cabinets and shelves. The master bedroom has a large en-suite full bath with a steam shower and double vanity.There are 3 other large size bedrooms. The home has plenty of closets, including a 15' by 6' cedar closet and abundant storage spaces. The wood paneled den features a fireplace and easy access to the the private deck. Recent updates include: in 2022 central air installed on the second level with mini-splits on the main level, in 2019 solar panels, and in 2017 a new roof. This is a unique house that you will want to make your home, just in time to enjoy Westport's many amenities, beaches, golf, pickleball, tennis, etc.

Schools

Elementary
Coleytown
Middle
Not provided
High
Staples

Schools as reported by SmartMLS. Confirm attendance assignments with the district.

Price history

DateEventPrice
Closed price$938,780
Original list price$974,999

Intermediate price changes and previous listings may not be included.

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*Estimate: $938,780 closed price × assumed 2.5% buyer-agent commission × 20% rebate = $4,694. Actual savings depend on the final purchase price and commission Cress receives. The assumed commission is not a representation of this listing's offered or actual compensation. This is a hypothetical estimate, not a rebate paid on this sale.

Listed by William Raveis Real Estate

Lucille Murray

SmartMLS · Listing #170580960 · Closed

Listing data checked: Sep 25, 2026, 5:44 PM EDT.

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