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$469,782$391 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $260,000 on Aug 28, 2015

96 HIGH ROCK RD

SANDY HOOK, CT 06482
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,200 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.
1.62 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$470K
$431K low$509K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$260,000 · Aug 28, 2015
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$469,782
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$375,826

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,036 (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.$244,830 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$66,620
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$178,210
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$244,830
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$171,381

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.146 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.Ranch
CountyWESTERN CONNECTICUT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.62
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
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.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(2)

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
Middle Gate Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.3 mi
H
Newtown High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
M
Newtown Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.8 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

96 High Rock 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 less than 83% of homes in Sandy Hook 06482
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Sandy Hook 06482
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Sandy Hook 06482
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Western Connecticut County
  • Older than 65% 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.

This home
$309K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 17% 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$469,782
CheaperTypical $641,697Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$391
CheaperTypical $314Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,038 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size1.62 ac
SmallerTypical 1.18 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 96 High Rock Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSandy Hook 06482Western Connecticut County
Estimated valuepricier than$469,78217% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39181% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²16% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.62 ac61% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than196835% of homes52% of homes

About 96 High Rock Rd

How much is 96 High Rock Rd, Sandy Hook, CT worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 96 High Rock Rd, Sandy Hook, CT is $469,782 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $430,580 to $508,984. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 96 High Rock Rd, Sandy Hook, CT last sell?

96 High Rock Rd, Sandy Hook, CT last sold on Aug 28, 2015 for $260,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 96 High Rock Rd, Sandy Hook, CT?

96 High Rock Rd, Sandy Hook, CT has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 1.62-acre lot.

When was 96 High Rock Rd, Sandy Hook, CT built?

96 High Rock Rd, Sandy Hook, CT was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 96 High Rock Rd, Sandy Hook, CT?

96 High Rock Rd, Sandy Hook, CT is assigned to Middle Gate Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Newtown High School (high), 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 96 High Rock 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 17% of them ($469,782 against a typical $641,697), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($391 against a typical $314), it is bigger than 16% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 2,038 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (1.62 ac against a typical 1.18 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1968 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Western Connecticut County, it is worth more than 17% 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 96 High Rock Rd, Sandy Hook, CT?

The 2025 property tax bill for 96 High Rock Rd, Sandy Hook, CT was $7,036. The county assessed it at $244,830.

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