$1,552,100Average Value$743Average Price per Sq Ft3Homes For Sale
A classic, coastal neighborhood in Fairfield
A luxurious, convenient enclave in Fairfield, Sasco is a coastal neighborhood with striking mansions, comfortable Cape Cods and a local beach. “Once their kids are out of the house, a lot of people will look to settle down in the area. It’s just a slow-paced, coastal lifestyle,” says Libby Tritschler, a Realtor with William Raveis Real Estate who has been serving the neighborhood for over a decade. Many join the Country Club of Fairfield to spend time golfing or playing tennis, and the popular Pequot Yacht Club is just a mile drive west of the neighborhood, over the Harbor Road bridge. Post Road keeps residents connected to the restaurants near downtown Fairfield and links them to the luxury shopping that’s 6 miles west in Westport.
High-end estates and smaller New England styles in Sasco
When many think of the neighborhood, they think of Sasco Hill Road, an elevated roadway with multi-million-dollar mansions and sweeping views of the golf course and Long Island Sound. Here, modern estates with colonial and Victorian-inspired designs are accompanied by spacious lawns and private pools. Housing prices fluctuate between $3 million and $12 million, though some listing prices rise as high as $25 million. East of Sasco Hill Road, properties are smaller and less expensive. Gridded, residential streets have classic New England homes with blooming landscaping and shrubbery. Cape Cods and Colonial Revivals from the mid-to-late 1900s are priced between $850,000 and $2 million. Though houses are near the coast, RiskFactor says they generally have a minimal risk of flooding.
Sasco Hill Road Mansions stretch all the way from the road down to waterfront in Sasco.
Moderate and smaller homes are common on the inland, eastern, side of Sasco.
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A neighborhood beach, country club and nearby yacht club in Sasco
Coastal recreation is the focal point in Sasco, as the shoreline community sits on the Southport Harbor and the Long Island Sound. “Back in the day, the harbor was where they used to ship out the produce that nearby farms grew, like apples and onions,” Tritschler says. “But now it’s all recreation.” A few houses along the harbor have private docks and direct water access, but many other boaters join the Pequot Yacht Club, which is a mile west of the neighborhood. Sasco also has its own beach; the sandy stretch is a popular place to picnic, relax and swim on the Long Island Sound. Residents may also join the Country Club of Fairfield, where they go golfing, play tennis with neighbors and swim at the club’s pools.
The Pequot Yacht Club is a private club located in Sasco.
Sasco Beach and the surrounding shoreline provides ample recreation access for dog walkers and exercise enthusiasts.
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Restaurants and retail stores along Post Road
Post Road, Fairfield’s main drag lined with stores and restaurants, runs through the neighborhood. Here, locals can find eateries like Gruel Britannia, a British restaurant that serves fish and chips, scones and full English breakfast platters. There’s also Martel Bistro & Bar, a trendy spot serving French and American fare. Less than 2 miles from the neighborhood, also on Post Road, diners find casual community favorites like Rawley’s Drive-In, where they can order hot dogs and milkshakes. Supermarkets like Stop & Shop and retail stores like HomeGoods are under 3 miles from Sasco.
Gruel Britannia is a very popular British eatery in Sasco.
Martel Bistro is owned by Martin Levine and is busy nearly every day in Sasco.
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A-rated schools in Fairfield
Kids can start at Mill Hill Elementary School, and then progress to Roger Ludlowe Middle School; both earn A ratings from Niche. Older students may attend Fairfield Ludlowe High School, which also scores an A. Along with their core classes, high school students can study subjects like fashion, culinary arts and interior design. Fairfield is also home to two private universities: Fairfield University has about 5,000 undergraduate students and Sacred Heart University has almost 7,000 undergraduate students.
Mill Hill School is a secure elementary school with lovely school grounds and playing fields in Sasco.
Fairfield Ludlowe High School is a top level school for local teenage residents of Sasco.
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Interstate 95 and commuter trains keep residents connected
While there aren’t sidewalks along the residential roads, Tritschler says it’s still common to see people out on walks or jogging along the quiet streets. Residents may be able to walk to the Country Club of Fairfield or the beach but rely on cars to run errands or commute to work. Interstate 95 is just north of the neighborhood, allowing drivers to travel throughout Fairfield County or drive 58 miles southwest to New York City. Many commuters headed to Manhattan take the train instead; the Southport station and the Fairfield station are both about 2 miles from the neighborhood. Both are serviced by Metro-North Railroad’s New Haven line, which takes 70 to 90 minutes to reach Grand Central Terminal.
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Parks in this Area
Sasco Beach
Transit
Airport
Tweed/New Haven
46 min drive
Bus
Post Rd. & Pent Ct.
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Sasco
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sasco, Fairfield sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Sasco, Fairfield over the last 12 months is $2,025,400, down 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Sasco Point- A Rare Waterfront Estate. Perched on over 11 acres with 450 feet directly on Long Island Sound, Sasco Point is an extraordinary coastal retreat. Nestled at the end of prestigious Sasco Hill Road, this architecturally stunning estate blends Swedish, Dutch, and Moorish influences, creating a residence that is as elegant as it is timeless. A discreet gated entrance leads to a winding
Classic home in Sasco Hill, Southport. Fairfield living at its best! Walk to Sasco Beach, Southport Village, and Southport Harbor. This four-bedroom colonial home offers endless possibilities. Vaulted ceilings with natural light and sun. Limited water views from second floor bedrooms. Kitchen equipped with 6 burner Viking range and wet bar. Formal dining room with fireplace. Finished lower level,
Newly approved Southport building lot, prestigious Sasco Hill area. Fairfield living at its best! Walk to Southport Village, Sasco Beach, and Southport Harbor. Conveniently located close to commuting access, via car or train. This building lot is .24 acre and is not in a flood zone, the location offers gas/sewer/water. Ready for a 4,000+ sq. ft home! This building lot includes a pre-existing
Unique "pied a terre" in Sasco Hill in an award winning house, "Best Custom Small House Ct 2014". An oversized 1100 square foot custom build with 9 foot ceilings, antique floors, crown moulding, custom kitchen with breakfast bar, separate laundry room, central vac, tankless water heater, security, sound proofing and back up generator. Parking in separate, private driveway beside entrance. All
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,072
Median Age
49
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$133,928
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$171,736
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.9%
College Graduates
76%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
31.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
27/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
14/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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