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GREENWICH’S LUXURY CONDOMINIUMS HAVE BROAD APPEAL TO BUYERS WHO DON’T
WANT TO SETTLE FOR LESS
by Gretchen A. Peck
condominiums may be seen as a small-scale alternative to a single-family home or a solution that requires compromise in size, high-end interior design, amenities or privacy But Greenwich’s luxury condo market is replete with options who don’t want to settle for a “less than” living experience.
Steve Archino, a senior global real estate advisor for Sotheby’s International Realty is the listing agent for 51 Forest Avenue, Apt. 96, Old Greenwich.
“This unit appeals to a broad range of buyers,” Archino said, noting the 3,056
square feet of interior living space. “It could appeal to someone scaling down, a couple, a single person or a family.”
“It offers an incredible primary bedroom suite with sitting room, soaring ceilings and fireplace, and there are two oversized family bedrooms on the same floor,” Archino said. “The third floor offers flexible overflow space for guests or a private office The ground floor has an oversized kitchen that opens to the family room, a beautiful living room with fireplace, dining area, and then access to a private terrace.”
This three-bedroom condo is part of the Old Greenwich Gables association.
“Having a fitness center as well as a gorgeous pool on the property is a real bonus,” Archino added. “The ability to be just a sidewalk away from the train, as well as everything that living in Old Greenwich has to offer—and the proximity to the beach and Binney Park—make this offering a true find.”
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CENTRAL TO MANY KITCHENS TODAY, THE ISLAND IS WHERE LIFE UNFOLDS
by Gretchen A. Peck
consider the spaces in your home where you spend the most time. If your home has a kitchen with a center island, chances are it’s one of those areas in the house where you find yourself at various points in the day—making breakfast for an on-the-go family; helping the kids out with their homework after school; enjoying casual meals and snacks throughout the day or evening; or entertaining friends and having the island as a place to serve appetizers and drinks. The kitchen island isn’t just a workhorse, it has become a ubiquitous part of American lifestyles.
“The kitchen island has truly become the heartbeat of the home,” observed Evangela Brock, a Realtor with Douglas Elliman Real Estate. “It’s no longer just a design feature. It’s where life happens. From morning coffee to late-night chats, it’s a space that brings people together Whether you’re cooking, entertaining, or just catching up on emails, the island is where it all unfolds.
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“It’s a great space for connection,” Brock added. “There’s something about the openness and centrality of a kitchen island that naturally draws people in. It’s casual, inviting and functional—the perfect blend for gathering, whether you’re sharing a meal, helping with homework or chatting with a glass of wine while dinner’s on.”
Brock is the listing agent for 46 Compo Mill Cove in Westport, a 2008-built Nantucket shingle-style home, situated on a 0.45-acre waterfront lot.
Brock described the custom-built kitchen at Sandbar as “timeless design,” with components imported from Paris.
“It features a double Sub-Zero refrigerator a custom French stove by Lacanche, and a stunning kitchen island crafted from imported French oak and topped with 2-inch Calcutta marble,” she said.
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“The wonderful thing about this island is its versatility,” Brock suggested. “It’s perfect for casual breakfasts, afternoon homework sessions, prepping meals together or serving cocktails and hors d’oeuvres when entertaining. It’s not just a work surface. It’s a gathering place a hub, and a reflection of how we live today: connected open and always in motion.” The asking price for 46 Compo Mill Cove in Westport is $6.995 million.
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“A kitchen island is on every buyer’s wish list. Two is even better,” according to Hannelore Kaplan, who leads the Hannelore Kaplan Team of Realtors at William Raveis’ New Canaan brokerage. Kaplan’s team is representing the seller of 58 Greenley Road in New Canaan, a fully renovated 1930-built Tudor Revival on the market for $6 895 million. Its kitchen has two islands.
“In the case of 58 Greenley Road, one island is a functional cooktop for cooking, and the other large island is perfect for sitting and serving food,” she explained. “A sitting island feels
more casual and perhaps more welcoming than a formal dining room or even a kitchen table. When my friends come over we sit at the kitchen island.”
Each of the islands here are topped with a 4-inch-thick limestone-like material. Beyond it the design incorporates top-of-the-line appliances from Sub-Zero, Wolf and Miele. This six-bedroom, over 9,000-square-foot residence has a pool and pool house, garaging for four cars, a 100-year slate roof, tennis court and geothermal heating and cooling.
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122 Beachside Avenue in Westport, a waterfront estate with a five-bedroom 11,450-square-foot shingle-style colonial and a tennis pavilion among the 6.56 acres.
“The kitchen is designed to take full advantage of the water views. All zones face the wall of windows, with the massive
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stone island that accommodates seating for six as an anchor for the room,” Clarke explained. “A dining area takes prime position overlooking the patio, lawn and the Long Island Sound. There is a wine room coffee bar butler’s pantry and lounge area, plus double refrigerators, double dishwashers, three sinks, an eight-burner Wolf range, and tons of smart and sleek storage.
“The kitchen at 122 Beachside Avenue is an absolute dream,” Clarke continued. “The chef of the family can work seamlessly inside the zone formed by the U-shaped island and 60-inch Wolf range With multiple prep zones and double sinks, there is still plenty of room for sitting, grazing and of course gazing at the beautiful water view beyond!”
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Introduced to the market in March, with an asking price of $5.5 million, 56 Milbank Avenue, Unit 1, Greenwich is listed by Fran Ehrlich and the Barre Ehrlich Zuckert Team at Sotheby’s International Realty
“This home has been viewed by a broad range of buyers since being listed nine days ago. Everyone has commented on its beauty, quality, space—including very high ceiling—elegance and the fact that it does feel like “a house.” We have seen a young family with a four-year-old, a young couple not yet married and many people looking to ‘scale down’ or have an easy-to-maintain home in Greenwich—often having other homes in different locales, for example, coming from backcountry or another town entirely,”
Senior Global Real Estate Advisor Ehrlich said.
“With 4,800 square feet of beautifully proportioned and detailed space on two floors, and an additional 1,400 square feet (approximately) on the lower level all accessible by a three-stop elevator, the floor plan is more horizontal than vertical, which is appealing,” Ehrlich noted. “The main floor has the living room and formal dining room connecting to a kitchen/family room, all with access to an expansive terrace, which is private and full of hydrangea. A two-car garage with three additional parking spaces is a definite plus—and you can walk to town!
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Pictured: The three-bedroom condominium at 56 Milbank Avenue, Unit 1, Greenwich was built in 2008 It has 4,872 square feet of interior living space plus approximately 1,400 square feet more in the finished lower level; an attached two-car garage and a three-stop elevator The seller is asking $5.5 million for the condo, which is just one of two units in the complex. The Barre Ehrlich Zuckert Team at Sotheby’s are the listing agents for the “one of a kind” luxury condominium. Photo contributed.
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MOST DISTINGUISHED PROPERTIES COME WITH PERFECT POOLS POISED FOR THE SUMMER AHEAD
by Gretchen A. Peck
winter has given way to spring and across Fairfield County signs of renewal are evident. Migratory birds have returned. Crocuses and spring daffodils have begun to put on their seasonal show and milder temperatures have residents shedding winter coats and thinking ahead to summertime barbecues and poolside parties.
What does it take to pull off the perfect pool party? It starts with having a perfect pool. Take, for example, the pool setting at 17 River Lane in Westport. Built in 1929, this European manor-inspired home is exceptional, inside and out Among its 6,588 square feet of interior living space are leaded-glass windows, hand-hewn paneled walls, eye-catching plaster ceilings, four fireplaces and generously proportioned rooms. The restored and refreshed home is currently offered for sale, with an asking price of $5.85 million. Alexander Chingas of the Bross
Chingas Bross Team at Coldwell Banker in Westport is the listing agent
“The pool at 17 River Lane is positioned perfectly on the 2.21+/- acre property, to take in both the natural views of the setting, as well as to admire the architectural beauty and craftsmanship of the distinctive stone mansion,” Chingas said. “The stone patio that surrounds the pool links this area to the house, the formal courtyard and the gothic arch-lined screened in porch—a poolside, summer living room, looking out to the cascading waterfall that splashes into the freeform gunite pool.
“The pool area has lighting to highlight the many special specimen plantings—specially selected to give this area visual depth and texture. The next owners of this home and their guests are sure to enjoy the serenity and beauty of the pool and spaces around it. The porch, and the view it has of the pool, elicit a ‘wow’ from all who visit, and it is sure
to be the backdrop to many memorable occasions and celebrations held at this home for all seasons.”
The shimmering pool at Hay Island Darien, is just one of a long list of compelling attributes about this remarkable, one-of-a-kind island coastal compound. Sotheby’s International Realty’s Leslie McElwreath, a senior global real estate advisor is the listing agent.
“The minute you arrive at the causeway to Hay Island, you are immediately transported to a tranquil retreat,” McElwreath said “The 18-acre island enjoys water views from every location, whether it be beachside, poolside, amidst the great lawn, or reading fireside in the library.”
Designed by Architect Austin Patterson Disston, the 8,684-square-foot main house was built in 2010. It is complemented by a two-bedroom guest house, a pool house and a private dock.
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“The pool is sited overlooking a sandy beach and affords breathtaking views of the Long Island Sound and easy access to the adjacent pool house,” McElwreath described the setting “The pool is an extension of the expansive waterfront terrace ideal for entertaining. The terrace features an outdoor kitchen and separate spa—both available for year-round use.”
Hay Island’s owner is asking $35 million for the property “It is an unprecedented offering,” McElwreath concluded.
The six-bedroom farmhouse-style home at 14 Market Street in Ridgefield was built in 2000 on 2.12 acres Just an hour from New York City this property presents a “best of both worlds” opportunity for a buyer who appreciates proximity to the city and a perfectly idyllic country setting. The main house is complemented by a tennis/ sports court, a two-level barn and a magnificent pool and
pool house The property—listed by Compass Connecticut Realtor Karla Murtaugh–is offered to the market for $5.295 million.
“The heated pool has a wonderful spa and a waterfall, which is a nice effect when the pool is lit for nighttime entertaining. The sound of the waterfall is also very calming, Murtaugh said.
“The rectangular shape is perfect for swimming laps. The newly designed custom pool house is outstanding,” she continued “It features a refreshments bar with refrigeration, ice maker and dishwasher as well as a working fireplace and outdoor television. In addition, there is an outdoor shower bathroom and changing room. The technology is also impressive, as you open and close the super-tight screen walls with the touch of a remote. No expense spared in creating this resort-like pool setting.”
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“Based on my experience with clients from all walks of life, I can say that this unit really hits a sweet spot that many people are looking for but rarely find,” Compass Realtor Jennifer Marrelli said of her listing at 47 Lafayette Place, Apt. 4C, Greenwich. “Buyers often feel like they have to compromise—whether it’s settling for less square footage to get into the right neighborhood, or sacrificing quality finishes to stay within budget But 47 Lafayette Place Unit 4C, offers a solution that doesn’t ask for those trade-offs
“The layout is incredibly efficient— open, bright and thoughtfully designed—so even though it’s a one-bedroom, it lives much larger,” she explained. “Natural light pours in, and the water views give the whole space a sense of calm and airiness that people are instinctively drawn to. And the finishes? They’re high-end but not flashy—more timeless and elegant than trendy, which resonates with buyers who want something that feels elevated without being over the top.”
This condominium, on the market for
$839,000, is within walking distance to Greenwich Avenue’s shopping and restaurants, and within a short stroll to the Greenwich train station.
“That’s huge for buyers who want walkability and convenience without giving up the quieter, more residential feel they also value. Add to that the amenities—things like the rooftop patio, gym, and storage—and you’re checking a lot of boxes,” Marrelli said. “In short, this unit appeals to a wide range of buyers because it doesn’t force them into compromise. It delivers on space, design, location, and lifestyle—something I’ve learned is at the heart of what most buyers are truly looking for.”
Sotheby’s Realtor Michael Carey is the listing agent for the one-bedroom, one-bath condo at 47 Lafayette Place, Apt. 3H, Greenwich.
“This residence at The Greenwich Lodge is an exceptional opportunity for buyers seeking a perfect balance of style, convenience and quality,” Carey said. “Unlike many one-bedroom options, this home offers a sense of
space and openness, enhanced by soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and thoughtfully designed interiors
“The stunning southeast views of the Long Island Sound and the picturesque town below provide a breathtaking backdrop, making the living experience truly special,” Carey continued. “The recent renovation blends modern sophistication with timeless architectural details, ensuring that buyers don’t have to compromise on design or finishes.”
This condominium is located in a 1956-period six-level building fashioned in the architectural style of a Tudor Revival. The asking price is $799,000.
“Its prime location allows for a walkable lifestyle with easy access to Metro North world-class healthcare and all that Greenwich has to offer,” Carey said. “Whether it’s a first-time buyer, a downsizer, or someone seeking a low-maintenance home in an unbeatable setting, this residence provides a housing solution that meets a variety of needs without sacrificing comfort, convenience or spectacular scenery.”
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