Southport Homes for Rent

Southport, a neighborhood in Fairfield, CT, features quiet, residential roads lined with classic New England homes, including Colonial Revivals and Victorian properties, especially near the historic district and along the shoreline. These high-end homes range from 19th-century colonials to newly built estates. More affordable options, such as brick condos and split-levels, are found closer to Interstate 95. Southport Park, near the interstate, offers half a mile of walking trails, a picnic area, and a playground, while Southport Beach provides a sandy stretch along the Long Island Sound. The Pequot Yacht Club is a hub for local sailors, and Equinox gym offers indoor exercise options. Small businesses, including boutiques and a family-run market, line Pequot Road, with larger retail stores like Stop & Shop located about a mile north. Dining options range from G Café Bakery and Sammy’s Southport Pizza to the upscale Paci Restaurant and casual Horseshoe Café. The Pequot Library hosts community events, including holiday caroling and the annual Blessing of the Fleet and Southport parade. The neighborhood is walkable, with sidewalks connecting residents to local amenities and the Southport train station, which provides an 80-minute commute to Grand Central Terminal in Manhattan. Interstate 95 offers convenient driving access to New York City, 50 miles southwest, and New Haven, 26 miles northeast. Highly rated schools in the area include Mill Hill Elementary School, Roger Ludlowe Middle School, and Fairfield Ludlowe High School, which offers technology education classes.