Westport

• Population approximately 28,000 residents
• Founded in 1835
• Land area is 33 square miles
• Neighborhoods include Coleytown, Compo, Greens Farms, and Saugatuck, among others
• Westport is bordered by Norwalk, Wilton, Weston, Fairfield, and Long Island Sound to the south

• Westport has a rich history with art, creativity and culture; many musicians, authors and artists moved here in the early 1900’s
• The Westport Playhouse, Levitt Pavilion, MOCA Westport, Earthplace, and Community Theatre contribute to the art vibe
• It has a lot of charm but also many local businesses, a booming commercial area, NYC-style boutiques, and high-end shops
• There are also golf courses, country clubs, marinas, playgrounds, tennis courts, and skate parks
• Sherwood Island State Park comprises of 234 acres and is a favorite for walking, relaxing on the beach, holding community events (like Chowdafest); Compo Beach is another favorite
• The Saugatuck River runs straight through, contributing to the charming yet ritzy feel
• In 2018, Westport was named the “9th wealthiest city in the United States”

• Most homes have city water and sewer
• Two train stations on the Metro North line (Westport and Greens Farms)
• 5 Elementary Schools
• 2 Middle Schools
• 1 High School
• Several private schools
• Three beaches
• Westport has lower taxes compared to Weston and Fairfield, but the purchase price is higher – starting around $400,000 and going up to $10 million dollar waterfront estates
• Also known to have celebrities like Martha Stewart and formerly Anne Hathaway
• Median sale price for a single family home (as of January 2024) is $1,750,000

• Westport is the inspiration behind the TV shows “American Housewife” and “Bewitched” – both shows are set in an affluent Connecticut town similar to Westport
• Westport has three sister cities in Marigny-le-Lozon, France; St. Petersburg, Russia; Yangzhou, Jiangsu, China