For hundreds of years, residents of Stamford and travelers from New York City have been drawn to the ocean breezes in this trio of waterfront neighborhoods. In fact, in the 1800s, steamers once carried passengers from Manhattan to Shippan for seaside visits. These days, the eastern edges of Stamford are primarily residential?a surprising enclave of historic homes with easy access to the art, culture, and corporations downtown. Small Capes sitting next to large new colonials, as well as a mix of French-style chΓteaus built in the 1920s, make for a unique housing mix.