Greenwich is a town in Fairfield County, Connecticut.
Greenwich Connecticut, "The Gateway to New England" is conveniently located 28 miles from mid-town Manhattan, yet presents a panorama of natural beauty and picturesque charms. Its 50 square miles encompass all aspects of country living, from its waterfront coastline dotted with sailboats, through mid-country sprinkled with protected conservation land and riding trails, to back country’s rolling hills studded with polo fields and horse farms.
Greenwich is the perfect place to be if you’re looking for a superior education. The Greenwich Public Schools have a vision: "To enable all students to achieve at their highest level of academic potential and to become lifelong learners, responsible decision makers, and capable, contributing citizens in an interdependent, competitive, rapidly changing world."
Greenwich Beach - A 147-acre peninsula open year round. You will find joggers, bicyclists, roller skaters and walkers along the roadway and paths. Greenwich Point offers picnic areas with grills and tables. Catch a fish off many quiet rocky areas, or swim and surf in the Sound.
Byram Beach - Small beach overlooking Byram Harbor and offers an in-ground swimming pool, lockers, concession stand, a children’s playground, picnic area and three tennis courts.
Great Captain’s Island - Offshore island, open only in the summer months, reached by boat or ferry. There is no concession. Overnight camping reservations may be made through the Town of Greenwich.
Island Beach - An offshore Island, open only in the summer months, reached by boat or ferry. Available are lockers, concession stand, playground and picnic area.
Housing Cost
Homes in Greenwich range from condominiums, to attractive New England colonials, to impressive estates and waterfront properties providing something for everyone in this most desirable community.
Estimated median house/condo value in 2005: $1,286,300
Demographics
Estimated population in July 2006: 62,077. Greenwich covers 47.8 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 140 feet above sea level.
Zip codes: 06830, 06831- Area code: 203
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a of natural beauty and picturesque charms. Its 50 square miles encompass all aspects of country living, from its waterfront coastline dotted with sailboats, through mid-country sprinkled with protected conservation land and riding trails, to back country’s rolling hills studded with polo fields and horse farms.