Old Greenwich
Suburban Neighborhood in Greenwich, Connecticut
Fairfield County 06870, 06878
Condos and waterfront estates in Old Greenwich
Townhouse and condo associations in Old Greenwich offer their residents access to fitness centers, pools, sports courts and outdoor gathering spaces. These townhouses and condo units can be found at prices between $350,000 and almost $800,000. A few single-family ranch-style homes with two-to-three bedrooms can cost around $700,000, but most homes in Old Greenwich start around $2 million. These sprawling homes with Craftsman columns, spacious porches and wide windows sit on lots with less than an acre. Estates with proximity to nearby beaches and more than five bedrooms can reach prices over $9 million. “Homes near the water may end up in a flood zone but people are still willing to live here because of the lifestyle and the community,” De Riemer says. “There are ways to correct it, and while water may be disruptive in some areas, in others, it’s not so bad.”
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Swimming and sunbathing at Greenwich Point Park
Old Greenwich is one of the more desirable Greenwich neighborhoods because "it is one of the shorefront communities. Greenwich Point Park, we call it Tod's Point, is the crown jewel of amenities within all of Greenwich," De Riemer says. "People put in their kayaks and sailboats, swim and picnic at the beautiful beach and can hike the multiple trails." Binney Park is across the street from Perrot Memorial Library, with walking paths and sports fields. A pavilion rests on the island within the park’s pond, where visitors can ice skate in the wintertime or view 4th of July firework shows in summer. Innis Arden Golf Club, established in 1899, offers its members an 18-hole golf course, swimming pool, racquet sports courts and fitness center.
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Highly rated Greenwich Public Schools
Depending on their address, students can attend kindergarten through fifth grade at North Mianus School or International School at Dundee, both of which are graded an A-plus. They can also attend Old Greenwich School for kindergarten through fifth grade, which scores an A. All students in Old Greenwich can then move on to Eastern Middle School for sixth through eighth grade, and finally Greenwich High School, both of which are graded an A-plus.
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Community events at the Parrot Library and beachfront
For such a close-knit community, it’s no wonder that Old Greenwich hosts several annual and weekly events. “One of the things I love about Greenwich is that the libraries are amazing. Perrot Library is a very beloved amenity in town,” De Riemer says. “They have events for kids, like Perrot in your PJs, where they go at 7 pm for bedtime stories, which is cute. They also have a variety of speakers and authors who come in weekly.” The library also hosts Movies in the Park at Binney Park in the summertime. During the 4th of July, residents can camp out at Binney Park or on the coastline at Greenwich Point Park to watch the fireworks shows.Taking the train to Grand Central Station
Old Greenwich, though coastal, is within driving distance of Stamford, about 4 miles north via Shore Road. Manhattan is about 37 miles south, and Old Greenwich residents can get there in about an hour during times of low traffic. The Old Greenwich train station is right in town and can take passengers to Stamford and Grand Central Station. The Stamford Hospital is located 3 miles north.Sound Beach Avenue shops and restaurants
Old Greenwich's vibrant downtown consists of many shops and restaurants. "We call the downtown area along Sound Beach Avenue ‘The Village’ because it's got many shops, restaurants, a post office, grocery store, elementary school and a train station to NYC... it really feels like a village here," De Riemer says. Sweet Pea’s Baking Company has classic farmer’s breakfasts and triple stack pancakes alongside pastries and coffees. Since 1994, Upper Crust Bagel Company has been serving bagels to the Old Greenwich community. Osteria Applausi is a family-owned restaurant that believes in simple and wholesome Italian cuisine such as their famous slow-braised veal shank. For everyday errands, Kings Food Markets grocery store and Ace Hardware are also nearby.
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Written By
Shelby Sullivan
Photography Contributed By
Jerome Strauss
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Richard Breglia
Richard Breglia
Coldwell Banker Realty
(475) 252-9021
96 Total Sales
1 in Old Greenwich
$3,375,000 Price
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Hyleri Katzenberg
Hyleri Katzenberg
Compass Connecticut, LLC
(475) 889-7112
66 Total Sales
3 in Old Greenwich
$1.2M - $10.6M Price Range
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Carol Clarke Gilbride
Carol Clarke Gilbride
Sotheby's International Realty
(475) 252-9387
22 Total Sales
1 in Old Greenwich
$1,465,000 Price
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Allen Vetrosky
Allen Vetrosky
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop.
(475) 258-7572
12 Total Sales
4 in Old Greenwich
$900K - $2.4M Price Range
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Adam Wagner
Adam Wagner
Keller Williams Prestige Prop.
(475) 239-2863
326 Total Sales
1 in Old Greenwich
$356,000 Price
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Glenn Marr
Glenn Marr
Responds QuicklyMarr Caruso Realty Group
(475) 275-8091
40 Total Sales
1 in Old Greenwich
$500,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
John J. Boccuzzi Park
Southfield Park
Binney Park
Rosa Hartman Park
Edward Schongalla Nature Preserve
Greenwich Point Park
Transit
Airport
Westchester County
26 min drive
Train
Old Greenwich Station
Bus
Sound Beach Ave & Lockwood Ave
Bus
Laddins Rock Rd & Midbrook Ln
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Sound Beach Ave & Opp Edgewater Dr
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Sound Beach Ave & Opp Forest Ave
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E Putnam Ave & Wendle Pl
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Sound Beach Ave & Edgewater Dr
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Old Greenwich | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Old Greenwich Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Old Greenwich, Greenwich sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Old Greenwich, Greenwich over the last 12 months is $2,650,000, up 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$2,650,000
Median Sale Price
$2,650,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,942,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,255,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
137
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
31%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$916
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,336
Number of Homes for Sale
17
Median Year Built
1953
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,738
Significantly above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,914
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,358
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
836
Average Studio Size Sq Ft
451
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,890
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 141 - 3pm
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Sunday, Jun 151 - 3pm
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Saturday, Jun 1412:30 - 2:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$3,995 - $12,950 per month
- The Stationhouse in Greenwich
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-3 Baths
- 776+ Sq Ft
- 143 Sound Beach Ave
- Old Greenwich, CT
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,531
Median Age
42
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$208,344
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$208,121
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
80.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
47.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
47''
Average Winter Low Temperature
23°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
25''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
41
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
15
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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