Stamford CT Real Estate

More than 119,000 people choose to make their residence in Stamford, CT. Real estate here is coveted and varies from neighborhood to neighborhood. If you are in the market for condominiums and high-rise apartments, the downtown area as well as Glenbrook and The Cove have what you are looking for. Upscale family residences fill the neighborhoods of North Stamford, Westover, and Shippan. With impressive architecture all around reflecting the discerning tastes of those who live here, Stamford is a captivating place.

Named after a town located in Lincolnshire, England, Stamford was originally called Rippowam by the Native Americans who used to occupy its lands. Officially incorporated as a city in 1893, many New Yorkers soon crossed the border and built summer getaways by the shore.

Within its total area of 52.1 square miles there's plenty to see and do. When it comes to shopping, the Ridgeway Center built in the 1940s and the Stamford Town Center have a plethora of stores to quell one's thirst for retail therapy. As for being one with nature and the environment, a number of parks and beaches are the perfect escape after a hectic week. Besides shopping and picturesque oases, Stamford is a city where you can revel in the arts. Film, theater, and music can all be enjoyed by Stamford's residents.