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$472,552$454 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $435,000 on Aug 22, 2024

173 ALPINE DR

SANDY HOOK, CT 06482
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,040 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1981
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$473K
$402K low$543K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$435,000 · Aug 22, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,933 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$206,420 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$47,250
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$159,170
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$206,420
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$144,494

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Sandy Hook Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.7 mi
H
Newtown High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
M
Newtown Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Newtown School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 06482These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,016
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.568 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$146,299
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$179,268
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.53 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

173 Alpine Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 82% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Sandy Hook 06482
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Sandy Hook 06482
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Sandy Hook 06482
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Western Connecticut County

What homes are worth in Sandy Hook 06482

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$295K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Sandy Hook 06482.

How it measures up in Sandy Hook 06482

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sandy Hook 06482.

Estimated value$472,552
CheaperTypical $638,579Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$454
CheaperTypical $314Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,052 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 1.18 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1981
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 173 Alpine Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSandy Hook 06482Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$472,55219% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45491% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²9% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac15% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than198152% of homes70% of homes

About 173 Alpine Dr

How much is 173 Alpine Dr, Sandy Hook, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 173 Alpine Dr, Sandy Hook, CT is $472,552 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $402,206 to $542,898. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 173 Alpine Dr, Sandy Hook, CT last sell?

173 Alpine Dr, Sandy Hook, CT last sold on Aug 22, 2024 for $435,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 173 Alpine Dr, Sandy Hook, CT?

173 Alpine Dr, Sandy Hook, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 173 Alpine Dr, Sandy Hook, CT built?

173 Alpine Dr, Sandy Hook, CT was built in 1981, making it 45 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 173 Alpine Dr, Sandy Hook, CT?

173 Alpine Dr, Sandy Hook, CT is assigned to Sandy Hook Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Newtown High School (high), rated D; Newtown Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Newtown School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 173 Alpine Dr, Sandy Hook, CT compare to other homes in Sandy Hook 06482?

Among the 4,009 homes in Sandy Hook 06482, it is worth more than 19% of them ($472,552 against a typical $638,579), its price per square foot is higher than 91% of them ($454 against a typical $314), it is bigger than 9% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 2,052 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 1.18 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1981 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 18% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 173 Alpine Dr, Sandy Hook, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 173 Alpine Dr, Sandy Hook, CT was $5,933. The county assessed it at $206,420.

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