Greenwich, CT is a town located in Fairfield County, CT. As of the
2000 census, the town had a total population of 61,101.
Named after
Greenwich Kent, England, the sophisticated town of Greenwich has
developed in the past 360 years into a vast community.
Greenwich contains 1,487 acres of public beaches and parks, municipal
and private golf courses, tennis and paddle courts, horse riding
trails, and a skating rink.
Greenwich fuses upscale culture with rural beauty. Located just under 40 minutes from Manhattan, New York City commuters choose to live here for the appealing atmosphere that blends renowned dining and high-end shopping boutiques with beaches, woodlands, and meadows. This seaside town is ardently dedicated to the preservation of the Arts, education and cultural enrichment, boasting 12 primary and secondary schools, conservation groups, a Symphony Orchestra and multiple Civic Centers. It's business sector is home to many hedge funds and other financial service companies that have left Manhattan. Of the $1.2 trillion invested in hedge funds worldwide, $120 billion (10 percent) is managed in Greenwich.
Many CEO's and Celebrities have homes here, whether it be the northern "back country" part of Greenwich or by the water in the Belle Haven area. One is almost guaranteed to find a home to suit their taste in this beautiful town.
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