Home / Recently Sold / Westport
Closed · For Sale
$2,700,000
Asked $2,849,000 · Sold 2026-01-16

40 Hermit Lane, Westport, Connecticut 06880

5 beds 6 baths 4,142 sq ft Single Family For Sale Built 1977
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About this home

Set on more than two acres of exquisite, park-like property in the coveted Red Coat estate section of Westport, this spectacular modern home with a glorious gunite pool offers an ideal lifestyle. A designer's own residence, this home showcases uncompromising quality with intuitive features. The landscaped approach begins with a large stone parking court that accommodates entertaining on a grand scale. The dramatic entrance leads to a soaring foyer with custom stairs, where the sun-filled interiors begin to unfold and glimpses of the glorious rear property and pool come into view. The grand-scale Great Room w/gas fireplace has windows & doors on three sides, brining in light and views. The fam rm has a professional media system to bring your favorite shows and games to the big screen, and access to the serene screened-in porch. The gourmet kitchen has style and flair w/concrete center island, stone counters, Sub Zero & Viking appls, wet bar w/beverage chiller, lrg pantry, built-in desk, dining area & access to the deck. The dining room has a custom built-in server, 3D ceiling design & doors to a covered deck. The flexible 2nd level has 5 BRs incl a grand primary suite w/two balconies, excellent closet space & a luxe bth w/glass shower & spa tub. All baths have been updated. The apt/guest wing w/priv entry, 2 rms, kitchenette & laundry is ideal for multi-generational living or anyone seeking privacy. Finished walk-out LL w/rec & office spaces. Many new improvements. Generator.

Status
Closed
Type
Single Family For Sale
Price
$2,700,000
Beds
5
Baths
6
Interior
4,142 sq ft
Lot
2.14 ac
Year Built
1977
MLS #
24132128
ZIP
06880
Days on Market
56
Heat
Oil · Hot Air
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Water
Public Water Connected
Sewer
Septic
Parking
Attached Garage (2-car)
Laundry
Main Level
Flood Zone
No

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

Schools

Elementary
Coleytown
Middle / Jr High
Coleytown
High School
Staples

Taxes

Property tax
$17,960 (July 2025-June 2026)
Assessed value
$952,300

Interior

Appliances
Gas Cooktop, Wall Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Subzero, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Wine Chiller
Basement
Full, Storage, Interior Access, Partially Finished, Liveable Space, Full With Walk-Out
Attic
Access Via Hatch
Fireplaces
1
Total rooms
10

Building & Exterior

Style
Contemporary
Roof
Asphalt Shingle
Siding
Shingle, Wood
Exterior features
Porch-Screened, Porch, Deck, Gutters, Lighting, Covered Deck, French Doors, Patio
Foundation
Concrete
Pool
Gunite, Heated, In Ground Pool
New construction
No/Resale

Lot & Land

Zoning
AAA
Lot
Fence - Partial, Level Lot, Professionally Landscaped
Waterfront
Pond, Beach Rights
Direct waterfront
Yes

Energy

Energy features
Generator, Thermopane Windows

What's nearby

Grocery
Lily's Weston Market1.94 mi away
Also nearby
Trader Joe's2.67 mi away
Pharmacy
CVS Pharmacy2.63 mi away
Train
Merritt 7 Station3.26 mi awayMetro-North Railroad
Elementary
Coleytown
Middle
Coleytown
High school
Staples
~2.3 miLily's Weston Market — 1.94 miTrader Joe's — 2.67 miCVS Pharmacy — 2.63 miMerritt 7 — 3.26 mi
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Listing & sale history

Every time this exact home has come to market in the MLS data this site tracks. Where a sale closed, the recorded sale price is shown; "asking" marks a price the home was listed at rather than what it sold for.

2026-01-16Sold — $2,700,000 asked $2,849,000 (this listing)MLS 24132128

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 built1977
Living area4,142 sq ft
Total rooms10
Lot size2.14 acres
Stories2
HeatForced Air
ExteriorClapboard
Assessed value$952,300
Town appraisal$1,360,300
Last recorded sale1999 — $800,000
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Realty — Alexander Chingas · (203) 227-8424

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