Living in Westport, CT
Westport is a Fairfield County town of 19.96 square miles on Long Island Sound, with two Metro-North stations, the Saugatuck River, and downtown on Main Street.
Westport at a glance
- Median sale price
- $2,199,000+4.8% vs last year 325 sales, last 12 months
- Property tax rate
- 13.20 mills town-wide, FY2027
- Estimated yearly tax
- ~$20,300 median-priced home
- Population
- 27,996 2024 Census estimate
- Land area
- 20.0 sq mi 1,403 per sq mi
What it is like in Westport
Westport is a town in Fairfield County with a population of 27,996 and a land area of 19.96 square miles. It borders Norwalk, Fairfield, Weston and Wilton.
The Saugatuck River runs through town, and the Saugatuck section along Riverside Avenue has restaurants on the water, including The Bridge at Saugatuck and The Whelk. Main Street and the Post Road are other commercial streets.
The Westport Museum for History & Culture is in the Bradley-Wheeler House at 25 Avery Place, and the Compo-Owenoke Historic District is on the town's list of historic areas.
Longshore Club Park has a golf course, and La Plage restaurant at 260 Compo Road South sits in the park. Other town parks include Gault Park, Winslow Park, Wakeman Park, Luciano Park and Imperial Park, and there is a boat launch on the Saugatuck River.
Earthplace at 10 Woodside Lane is a 62-acre nature center and wildlife sanctuary. The Westport Country Playhouse at 25 Powers Court presents plays and musicals, and the Levitt Pavilion at 40 Jesup Road hosts a summer season of performances.
Getting around from Westport
| Drive to | Time | Miles |
|---|---|---|
| Hartford | 87 min | 64 |
| New Haven | 44 min | 29 |
| Stamford | 23 min | 14 |
| New York City (Midtown) | 77 min | 50 |
| Boston | 206 min | 163 |
| Providence | 166 min | 132 |
| Bradley Airport (BDL) | 109 min | 80 |
Rail stations nearby
- Westport 1.4 mi Metro-North
- Green's Farms 1.5 mi Metro-North
- Southport 3.1 mi Metro-North
Highways and routes
Metro-North stops at Westport (1.4 miles straight line) and Green's Farms (1.5 miles), with Southport 3.1 miles away. By car, Stamford is 23 minutes (14 miles), New Haven 44 minutes (29 miles) and Midtown New York City 77 minutes (50 miles).
Hartford is 87 minutes (64 miles), Bradley Airport 109 minutes (80 miles), Providence 166 minutes and Boston 206 minutes by car.
Schools in Westport
8 public schools in Westport School District. Which one serves an address depends on the district, so confirm with them.
Elementary 5
- Coleytown
- Green's Farms
- King's Highway
- Long Lots
- Saugatuck
Middle 2
- Bedford
- Coleytown
High school 1
- Staples High School
Grades, number of students. Hover a school for its address.
For report cards, enrollment trends and spending per student, look up Westport School District on the state's EdSight site.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics, Common Core of Data. We do not rate or rank schools.
Eat, drink and explore in Westport
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Mediterranean-Italian restaurant serving grilled seafood and fresh pasta for lunch and dinner.
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New York-style Jewish delicatessen in the Compo Shopping Center, in business since 1958.
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Japanese restaurant at Bridge Square in Saugatuck.
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Oyster bar and restaurant at Longshore Club Park serving seafood and shellfish.
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Asian fusion menu of Chinese, Thai and Japanese dishes and sushi, with takeout and delivery.
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Japanese-inspired dinner menu using local farm and sea ingredients, open Tuesday through Sunday evenings.
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Grocery and deli with a modern Italian menu, pizza and online pickup ordering.
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Oyster bar and restaurant offering catering, private events, and pickup and delivery.
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Diner serving breakfast all day, plus lunch and dinner with eggs, pancakes, sandwiches and comfort food.
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Modern American restaurant on the Saugatuck River with a bar, patio, riverfront cabanas and dock access, opened in fall 2024.
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Breakfast and brunch spot serving avocado toast, craft coffee and cocktails.
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Seafood restaurant on the Saugatuck River that opened in 2012 and serves oysters and other shellfish.
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Mexican restaurant with dine-in, takeout, margaritas and gift cards.
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Barbecue restaurant on the Post Road.
Things to do and see 4
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Nature center and wildlife sanctuary on 62 acres with live animal programs.
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Outdoor riverside concert venue that hosts a season of free performances; the 2026 season runs June 5 to August 24.
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Professional theater just off the Post Road presenting plays and musicals.
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Local history museum based in the Bradley-Wheeler House.
Parks, preserves and trails 40
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Parks and open space © OpenStreetMap contributors. Places to eat and visit last checked October 2026. These are not paid placements; they are simply our selection. Hours and menus change, so check before you go.
Westport housing market
Over the last 12 months, 325 homes sold in Westport with a median sale price of $2,199,000 and a median of 25 days on market. There are 71 homes for sale right now.
Homes sold for a median of $641 per square foot. The typical home sold for 100% of its list price, and the median sale price is up 4.8% from the year before. At the current pace of sales, the homes for sale would last about 2.6 months.
Westport's town-wide property tax rate is 13.20 mills (FY2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $20,300 a year. Special taxing districts, such as fire districts, can add to this, and a home's actual assessment may differ from its sale price.
Source: SmartMLS, residential sales (single-family, condo and multi-family); mill rates: Connecticut Office of Policy and Management. Updated November 10, 2026.
Homes for sale in Westport
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Questions about Westport
What is the median home price in Westport, CT?
The median sale price in Westport is $2,199,000, based on 325 home sales in the last 12 months (SmartMLS). Updated November 10, 2026.
What is the property tax rate in Westport, CT?
Westport's town-wide property tax rate is 13.20 mills (fiscal year 2027). Connecticut assesses homes at 70% of market value, so a median-priced home pays roughly $20,300 a year. Special taxing districts can add to this.
How far is Westport, CT from Hartford?
Westport is about 64 miles and a 87-minute drive from downtown Hartford, measured from the town center without traffic.
How far is Westport, CT from New York City?
Westport is about 50 miles from Midtown Manhattan, roughly a 77-minute drive without traffic.
Is there a train station in Westport, CT?
The closest passenger rail station we have on record is Westport (Metro-North) about 1.4 miles from the center of Westport. Check the operator's schedule for current service.
What is the population of Westport, CT?
Westport has about 27,996 residents (U.S. Census Bureau estimate, 2024) and covers 20.0 square miles.
How many public schools are in Westport, CT?
Westport has 8 public schools in Westport School District. Which school serves an address depends on the district's boundaries, so confirm with the district.
How many homes are for sale in Westport, CT?
There are 71 homes for sale in Westport right now, per SmartMLS, as of November 10, 2026.
Which train stations serve Westport?
Westport (1.4 miles straight line) and Green's Farms (1.5 miles), both on Metro-North. Southport is 3.1 miles away.
How far is Westport from New York City?
Midtown New York City is 50 miles and about 77 minutes by car.
Which towns border Westport?
Norwalk, Fairfield, Weston and Wilton.
Where can I see live theater?
The Westport Country Playhouse at 25 Powers Court.
Where are the waterfront restaurants?
Several are on Riverside Avenue along the Saugatuck River, including The Bridge at Saugatuck at 541 and The Whelk at 575.
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