422 Riverside Avenue

Description

A rare opportunity in the heart of Westport's coveted Saugatuck section. Set on 1.10 dry acres w/ beautiful views overlooking the Saugatuck River, this property known historically as Twin Hickory's offers a unique blend of history, charm, & future potential. Rich in character & dating back more than a century, the property traces its roots to the Franklin M. Raymond estate. Orig constructed as a barn in the late 1800s & thoughtfully converted into a residence in the 1930s, the home & accompanying barn remain a fascinating piece of Westport's architectural history. The existing residence offers approximately 3,345 sq ft of living space w/ 5 bdrms, 3.5 ba. Filled w/ warmth & character, the home presents endless possibilities for restoration, renovation, or reimagining. Set back from the road & accessed from both Riverside Ave & Cherry Ln, the property enjoys an exceptional setting just minutes from downtown Westport, the train station, award winning schools, parks, restaurants, shopping, & major highways. Builders & developers take notice. With half acre zoning, no wetlands, dual street frontage, beautiful river views, & a prime location, this property offers exceptional redevelopment potential & a rare opportunity to create something truly special. Whether your vision is to preserve a piece of Westport history, renovate an architecturally significant home, or build a custom dream residence, opportunities of this caliber & flexibility are increasingly rare. A rare opportunity in the heart of Westport's coveted Saugatuck section. Set on 1.10 dry acres with beautiful views overlooking the Saugatuck River, this remarkable property known historically as Twin Hickory's offers a unique blend of history, charm, and future potential. Rich in character and dating back more than a century, the property traces its roots to the Franklin M. Raymond estate. Originally constructed as a barn in the late 1800s and thoughtfully converted into a residence in the 1930s, the home and accompanying barn remain a fascinating piece of Westport's architectural history. The existing residence offers approximately 3,345 square feet of living space with 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and one half bath. Filled with warmth and character, the home presents endless possibilities for restoration, renovation, or reimagining. Privately set back from the road and accessed from both Riverside Avenue and Cherry Lane, the property enjoys an exceptional setting just minutes from downtown Westport, the train station, award winning schools, parks, restaurants, shopping, and major commuting routes. Builders and developers take notice. With half acre zoning, no wetlands, dual street frontage, beautiful river views, and a prime location in one of Fairfield County's most sought after communities, this property offers exceptional redevelopment potential and a rare opportunity to create something truly special. Whether your vision is to preserve a piece of Westport history, renovate an architecturally significant home, or build a custom dream residence, opportunities of this caliber and flexibility are increasingly rare. A truly special offering in one of Westport's most desirable locations.