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$800,142$314 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $610,000 on Apr 4, 2023

8 THUNDER RIDGE RD

SANDY HOOK, CT 06482
4
Beds
3 / 2
Baths
2,552 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.
2.69 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$800K
$763K low$837K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$610,000 · Apr 4, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,170 (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.$423,440 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$115,890
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$307,550
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$423,440
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$296,408

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.2.69
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.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.In-Ground Pool
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(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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

H
Newtown High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
E
Middle Gate Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.9 mi
M
Newtown Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.1 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

8 Thunder Ridge 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 75% of homes in Sandy Hook 06482
  • Costs less per square foot than 80% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Sandy Hook 06482
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Newer than 75% 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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$293K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 75% 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$800,142
CheaperTypical $637,871Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$314
CheaperTypical $314Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area2,552 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,058 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size2.69 ac
SmallerTypical 1.17 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 8 Thunder Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSandy Hook 06482Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$800,14275% of homes49% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31450% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than2,552 ft²68% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.69 ac88% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than198557% of homes75% of homes

About 8 Thunder Ridge Rd

How much is 8 Thunder Ridge Rd, Sandy Hook, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8 Thunder Ridge Rd, Sandy Hook, CT is $800,142 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $763,229 to $837,055. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8 Thunder Ridge Rd, Sandy Hook, CT last sell?

8 Thunder Ridge Rd, Sandy Hook, CT last sold on Apr 4, 2023 for $610,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8 Thunder Ridge Rd, Sandy Hook, CT?

8 Thunder Ridge Rd, Sandy Hook, CT has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,552 square feet of living space and a 2.69-acre lot.

When was 8 Thunder Ridge Rd, Sandy Hook, CT built?

8 Thunder Ridge Rd, Sandy Hook, CT was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8 Thunder Ridge Rd, Sandy Hook, CT?

8 Thunder Ridge Rd, Sandy Hook, CT is assigned to Newtown High School (high), rated A; Middle Gate Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Newtown Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Newtown School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8 Thunder Ridge 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 75% of them ($800,142 against a typical $637,871), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($314 against a typical $314), it is bigger than 68% of them (2,552 ft² against a typical 2,058 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (2.69 ac against a typical 1.17 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1985 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 49% 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 8 Thunder Ridge Rd, Sandy Hook, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8 Thunder Ridge Rd, Sandy Hook, CT was $12,170. The county assessed it at $423,440.

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