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$710,430$289 / 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 98How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $580,000 on Aug 16, 2023

5 GELDING HILL RD

SANDY HOOK, CT 06482
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,461 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.
3.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$710K
$694K low$727K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$580,000 · Aug 16, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,357 (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.$395,150 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$127,730
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$267,420
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$395,150
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$276,605

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.14 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.11%
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.minimal

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.Cape Cod
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.37
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
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(12)

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.

H
Newtown High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
E
Sandy Hook Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.4 mi
M
Newtown Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 3.5 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

5 Gelding Hill 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Newer than 85% 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.

This home
$298K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 63% 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$710,430
CheaperTypical $635,615Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$289
CheaperTypical $312Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area2,461 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,052 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size3.37 ac
SmallerTypical 1.17 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 5 Gelding Hill Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSandy Hook 06482Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$710,43063% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28933% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than2,461 ft²64% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.37 ac92% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than199570% of homes85% of homes

About 5 Gelding Hill Rd

How much is 5 Gelding Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Gelding Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT is $710,430 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $693,717 to $727,143. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Gelding Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT last sell?

5 Gelding Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT last sold on Aug 16, 2023 for $580,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Gelding Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT?

5 Gelding Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,461 square feet of living space and a 3.37-acre lot.

When was 5 Gelding Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT built?

5 Gelding Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Gelding Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT?

5 Gelding Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT is assigned to Newtown High School (high), rated D; Sandy Hook Elementary School (elementary), rated A; 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 5 Gelding Hill 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 63% of them ($710,430 against a typical $635,615), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($289 against a typical $312), it is bigger than 64% of them (2,461 ft² against a typical 2,052 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (3.37 ac against a typical 1.17 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1995 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 44% 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 5 Gelding Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Gelding Hill Rd, Sandy Hook, CT was $11,357. The county assessed it at $395,150.

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