The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 06890 sells for about $1,087,100, or $450 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 65 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $3,119 a month.
ZIP 06890 — Fairfield
The Southport housing market remains highly resilient, characterized by low inventory and high demand for luxury properties. Prices continue to appreciate steadily, driven by the area's reputation for safety, top-tier schools, and convenient access to NYC. Market conditions are stable with strong buyer interest despite high interest rate environments.
This ZIP is ideal for affluent families, high-earning commuters to NYC, and downsizers seeking a historic, coastal village atmosphere with top-tier school access.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 65 days on market with 5.2 months of supply — a balanced-paced market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.5% · poverty 2.9% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 2.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 06890, Fairfield County CT
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Southport is widely considered a very safe, affluent community with crime rates significantly lower than the regional average for the Bridgeport metro area.
Schools serving the area are highly rated, consistently ranking among the best in Connecticut due to strong academic performance and robust extracurricular programs.
The area faces moderate coastal flood risks due to its Long Island Sound frontage, requiring standard flood insurance protocols for properties in low-lying zones.
Economic momentum is driven by its proximity to major financial hubs in Fairfield County and New York City, with steady demand for high-end residential real estate.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Connecticut) — Municipal Real Property Tax Assessment & Mill Rate Mechanics: Under C.G.S. § 12-62a, all taxable real property is assessed uniformly at a mandatory 70% assessment ratio of its fair market value (FMV). Real property tax is computed annually using the formula: Assessed Value = Fair Market Value × 0.
Residents benefit from the Southport Metro-North train station, providing direct rail access to Grand Central Terminal in New York City and other major employment centers in Fairfield County.
The area features extensive coastal access, including Southport Harbor and local beaches, alongside historic village shopping, fine dining, and proximity to several private golf clubs.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and high demand for luxury single-family homes, with limited multi-family supply keeping vacancy rates tight.
The economy is anchored by professional services, finance, and healthcare sectors within Fairfield County, with many residents commuting to NYC.
The area is served by the Metro-North New Haven Line and is easily accessible via I-95 and the Merritt Parkway.
Development is strictly managed to preserve the historic character of the village, with limited new construction primarily focused on luxury residential infill.
Parcels are subject to Fairfield town taxes and the Fairfield Public School District, with no major MUD/PID districts reported.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by coastal hazard exposure, with high demand for comprehensive coverage in flood-prone zones.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 06890 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Historic harbor serving as a focal point for local boating and recreation.
A historic landmark and community hub known for its architecture and events.
A popular local beach providing coastal access and recreational space.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.