Coastal Luxury Meets Enduring Beauty
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A Market Resilient and Refined: As of July 2025, the median home sale price in Westport hovers around $1.95 million, with price per square foot up over 10% year-over-year, signaling strong persistent value in the luxury part of the market Redfin+1YouTubeWikipedia+1. Zillow estimates average home value around $1.91 million, up 3.7% year-over-year Zillow. The 2025 report from the Mid-Fairfield County Association of REALTORS® underscores Westport’s strength—median home prices in town remain high, contributing to an overall seller’s market with inventory just 1.1 months
- Luxury Homes Continue to Sell: Even as some overall metrics dipped, the luxury segment remains hot. Westport’s high-end market saw a 16.4% increase in luxury home sales in 2025, despite a slight decline in overall unit sales
Historic Districts—Stories Carved in Architecture
Westport’s identity is built—literally—on character.
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Mill Cove Historic District: A tucked-away 9-acre seaside enclave of early 20th-century Colonial Revival and Craftsman cottages built between 1908–1940. These petite gems on barrier beach-blocks are only accessible on foot and drunk on charm
- Compo–Owenoke Historic District: A larger arc of beachside history. Once a summer resort community, this area contains one of Westport’s richest collections of Colonial Revival, Tudor Revival, and Queen Anne styles, dating back to the early 1900s
- Bradley–Wheeler House: Built circa 1795 and updated into Italianate flair, this is one of Westport’s oldest jewels—now atop the local history museum. Even its seven-sided cobblestone barn tells a storyThese architectural stories aren’t just nostalgic—they’re investment-grade. Homes here tend to hold value through charm and distinction
Real-Life Reflections: High-Profile Listings Illuminate Story
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Mediterranean Revival Meets Full Glow Renovation: A 1929 Mediterranean-style home that “hugs you”—with restored original sunroom windows, arched openings, and a thoughtful update—hit the market for $4.4 million. It reinforced how preservation paired with luxury upgrades commands headline attention in Westport
- A Piece of Hollywood History: The iconic Bette Davis former residence—built in 1929 with cathedral ceilings, fieldstone terraces, and a chef’s kitchen—listed now at $2.275 million. An architectural time capsule embedded in modern luxury
Why Westport Works Its Magic
| Feature | What It Means for You |
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| Pristine coastal access | Sunrises over Sound, curated seaside elegance |
| Rapid price appreciation | <2% YOY dip in July 2025, but +3–4% inflation in value Selling Connecticut |
| Historic appeal + depth | Heritage architecture in demand—Mill Cove, Compo-Owenoke, museum-grade homes |
| Luxury volume & pace | Low inventory + high demand = premium returns |
6) Your Luxury Takeaway
Westport doesn’t dilute its magic. It lets it marinate. Whether you're drawn to homes steeped in history or elegantly modern yet anchored in place, this market offers both refined character and coastal performance.
If you're looking to sell—or sculpt your Westport property into a masterpiece—The Collection – By Dave Jones curates heritage, coastal allure, and high-level market strategy into seamless deliverables. Let's put your home where it belongs: in the spotlight, and at its maximum.
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