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$863,985$381 / 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 95How 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 $565,000 on Feb 24, 2023

229 RIVERSIDE RD

SANDY HOOK, CT 06482
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,270 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.
0.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2018
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$864K
$824K low$903K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$565,000 · Feb 24, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,789 (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.$549,370 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$230,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$318,920
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$549,370
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$384,559

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.Colonial
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.54
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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 · 1.9 mi
H
Newtown High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
M
Newtown Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.2 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

229 Riverside Rd 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 more than 84% of homes in Sandy Hook 06482
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Sandy Hook 06482
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Sandy Hook 06482
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Sandy Hook 06482

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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$287K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 84% 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$863,985
CheaperTypical $638,149Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$381
CheaperTypical $314Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area2,270 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,076 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.54 ac
SmallerTypical 1.18 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built2018
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 98% of homes nearby

How 229 Riverside Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSandy Hook 06482Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$863,98584% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38177% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than2,270 ft²57% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.54 ac19% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than201898% of homes98% of homes

About 229 Riverside Rd

How much is 229 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 229 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, CT is $863,985 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $824,473 to $903,497. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 229 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, CT last sell?

229 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, CT last sold on Feb 24, 2023 for $565,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 229 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, CT?

229 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, CT has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,270 square feet of living space and a 0.54-acre lot.

When was 229 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, CT built?

229 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, CT was built in 2018, making it 8 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 229 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, CT?

229 Riverside Rd, 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 229 Riverside Rd, 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 84% of them ($863,985 against a typical $638,149), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($381 against a typical $314), it is bigger than 57% of them (2,270 ft² against a typical 2,076 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.54 ac against a typical 1.18 ac) and it is newer than 98% of them (2018 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 55% 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 229 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 229 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, CT was $15,789. The county assessed it at $549,370.

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