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Under Contract · For Sale
$2,100,000

18 River Lane, Westport, Connecticut 06880

5 beds 6 baths 4,135 sq ft Single Family For Sale Built 1939

About this home

Update: Offers are due at 6pm on Monday June 15th. Set along one of Westport's most coveted stretches of the Saugatuck River, 18 River Lane is a timeless 1939 English Manor offering a rare blend of architectural character, waterfront serenity, and exceptional potential. Privately sited on 1.38 picturesque acres with sweeping river views and mature landscaping, this six-bedroom residence embodies the elegance and craftsmanship of a bygone era. Rich in period details, the home features graciously scaled rooms, distinctive architectural elements, and an inviting floor plan designed for both comfortable living and entertaining. The versatile layout includes a full walk-out lower-level apartment/studio, ideal for guests, extended family, a home office, creative workspace, or au pair accommodations. The spectacular riverfront setting provides a sense of tranquility and privacy while remaining just minutes from downtown Westport, the train, beaches, and top-rated schools. An extraordinary opportunity exists to further expand the estate, as the adjacent 1.13-acre building lot is also available for purchase, creating the potential for a remarkable compound or future development opportunity. A truly rare offering where historic charm, waterfront living, and limitless possibilities converge.

Status
Under Contract
Type
Single Family For Sale
Price
$2,100,000
Beds
5
Baths
6
Interior
4,135 sq ft
Lot
1.38 ac
Year Built
1939
MLS #
24120643
ZIP
06880
Days on Market
29
Heat
Electric, Oil · Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air, Heat Pump, Zoned
Water
Public Water Connected
Sewer
Septic
Parking
Attached Garage (2-car)
Laundry
Main Level
Flood Zone
Yes

Flood risk: check the FEMA flood map for this address.

Schools

Elementary
Kings Highway
Middle / Jr High
Coleytown
High School
Staples

Taxes

Property tax
$23,456 (July 2025-June 2026)
Assessed value
$1,243,700

Interior

Appliances
Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
Basement
Partial, Apartment, Interior Access, Walk-out
Attic
Pull-Down Stairs
Fireplaces
3
Total rooms
12

Building & Exterior

Style
Cape Cod
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Siding
Shingle
Exterior features
Deck, Gutters, Lighting, French Doors, Underground Sprinkler
Foundation
Concrete
Pool
Heated, Safety Fence, In Ground Pool
New construction
No/Resale

Lot & Land

Zoning
AA
Lot
Fence - Partial, Additional Land Avail., Professionally Landscaped, Rolling, Water View
Waterfront
River, Access
Direct waterfront
Yes

Energy

Energy features
Extra Insulation, Generator, Programmable Thermostat

Public record

From the Westport assessor's public property record. These figures describe the property as the town has it on file and can differ from the listing — a finished basement or an addition may not be reflected in the assessor's living area.

Year built1939
Living area3,435 sq ft
Total rooms11
Lot size1.38 acres
Stories2
HeatForced Air
ExteriorWood Shingle
Assessed value$1,243,700
Town appraisal$1,776,620
Last recorded sale2013
Listing courtesy of Compass Connecticut, LLC — Kim Harizman · (203) 293-9715

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