71 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
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OFF MARKET

71 Riverside Rd
Sandy Hook, CT 06482

Sandy Hook
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 3,143 sqft (on 2.36 acres)

$854,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,660/mo*
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$854,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $5,660/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
5 Baths
3,143 sqft
(on 2.36 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1780
Lot Size
2.36 acres
Living Area
3,143 sqft
Price/Sqft
$272
Parking
Garage

About this House

Mini Estate! The James Thurber Homestead National Register 1780. Light-filled Georgian Home completely updated with $300K addition. Cathedral ceiling in kitchen with Viking and Subzero appliances, breakfast room, foyer, mudroom with washer/dryer, living room with bay window. Formal dining room, back and front staircases, full bath, and library. Second floor master bedroom w/dressing room and bath, updated bath, and 2 guest rooms. Third floor suite with vaulted ceilings, living room, full bath, office and bedroom, Carriage House with 2-car garage, open barn, upstairs office, and storage loft. Separate rental Cottage w/light filled living room, kitchen, bath and sleeping loft. Sited on 2.36 park-like acres with Deer fenced garden, soaring hardwood trees, stone fences and invisible pet fence.
71 Riverside Rd, Sandy Hook, CT 06482 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 3,143 sqft single-family home in Sandy Hook, built in 1780. It last sold for $462,500 on Jun 16, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $854,900, with a rent estimate of $4,935/month.

Home Details for 71 Riverside Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Family Room, Laundry Room, Library, Master Bath, Mud Room, Office, Pantry, Recreation Room, Workshop, Sun Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, Gas, OilAir ConditioningCooling System: Central, OtherHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Tile, Other, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows
Security
Security System

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, Other, Shake ShingleExterior: WoodGardenLawnPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1780
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2.36 acres

Price History for 71 Riverside Rd

DatePriceEventSource
06/16/2017$462,500Sold
Smart MLS #99153064
05/12/2017$495,000PendingAgent Provided
07/11/2016$495,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/18/2016$524,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/21/2015$524,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/14/2015$539,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
06/06/2015$562,500PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/13/2015$579,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/31/2015$599,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/21/2014$620,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/07/2014$625,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/27/1998$410,000Sold
Smart MLS #98013298

Market trends in Newtown

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$663K
Sale-to-List Price
101.2%
Price per sq ft
$286
Available listings
89
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$12,370
Assessment$430,420
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 71 Riverside Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
3 Jo Mar Drive, Sandy Hook, CT
0.15
Single-Family Home
$550,000
08/19/25
4
2.5
2,096
15 Timbermill Road, Sandy Hook, CT
0.25
Single-Family Home
$875,000
06/05/26
4
2.5
2,476
11 Chimney Swift Drive, Sandy Hook, CT
0.24
Single-Family Home
$662,000
09/30/25
4
2.5
2,438
26 Philo Curtis Road, Sandy Hook, CT
0.40
Single-Family Home
$675,000
09/12/25
4
2.5
2,334
4 Bristle Lane, Sandy Hook, CT
0.81
Single-Family Home
$625,000
11/24/25
3
4
3,024
17 Jeremiah Road, Sandy Hook, CT
0.86
Single-Family Home
$580,000
10/31/25
4
3
2,845
47 Riverside Road, Sandy Hook, CT
0.41
Single-Family Home
$545,000
09/08/25
3
3
2,036
21 Pearl Street, Newtown, CT
0.62
Single-Family Home
$870,000
06/30/26
4
2.5
3,441
27 Pole Bridge Road, Sandy Hook, CT
0.61
Single-Family Home
$720,000
02/27/26
4
2.5
2,828
7-A Jeremiah Road, Sandy Hook, CT
0.85
Single-Family Home
$875,000
06/17/26
4
2.5
2,822

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Sandy Hook

At least 45 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 95 % Say car is needed

  • 91 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 86 % Say it's quiet

  • 85 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say there's wildlife

  • 78 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 77 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 67 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say kids play outside

  • 34 % Say there are community events

  • 26 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 20 % Say streets are well-lit

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  • Jason Aaron
    "Easy 15 minute drive to 95. And 5 mins from 84. No traffic. Great safe town. Wonderful schools……………."
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    "Perfect place to own a dog Walking the area with a dog you will meet your neighbors. It is a very friendly area "
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  • Colie Mierzejewski
    "Dog owners would have a warm welcome because of the parks and trails that are in Fairfield hills and the various activities there are"
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    "Lots of dogs but not many routs to walk with sidewalks. Local dog parks are wonderful and close by. "
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    "This is a area is a mix of elderly and young and new coming family’s it seems each year the the neighborhoods a are quiet and friendly "
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  • Frank
    "great neighborhood, safe, good people nice shops great places to eat. nice to walk on sidewalks. beautiful at nice and very nice by the river. it's a great place to raise children "
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  • Mo V.
    "It takes me 10 minutes to get to the point in the highway that is right below my house - I wish they’d put another exit in. Aside of that, easy access to highway and close to schools. "
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  • Melissa J.
    "schools are excellent. parks are well maintained. public pool is still clorinated, hopefully will switch to salt water"
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  • Nborrello
    "We now have a new community center in town with three pools. We also have a youth academy with a gym for everyone. "
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  • Bill B.
    "Annual sandy hook fire department lobster fest, lighting of the Sandy Hook Christmas Tree, and the Lions Club Duck Race"
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  • BB
    "Family friendly, great schools, excellent activities for kids....safe neighborhood, easy access to NYC and Boston."
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  • Roger F.
    "Newtown is a very friendly town. Kid friendly. Many activities for our youth!! It’s a very family oriented town!! People are awesome! "
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  • Joshua D.
    "I do not have a commute. I work from home for the past 5 years. However getting around town is tough. There is a ton of traffic in town over the past 2 years "
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  • John G.
    "Very difficult. There is Traffic on all highways and they need to expand the highway. Local roads are usually ok. "
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  • Sonodee24
    "The spacious front yards are a plus for dog owners. Cars drive too fast in my neighborhood which is dangerous for people who want to walk their dogs. "
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  • Deetta G. B.
    "I lived here for 38 wonderful years, made many great friends through active community in sports, Scouts, PTA and job. Neighbors respect privacy but are always there to help in time of need. Each season has it's own beauty but my favorite is Spring, after a snowy winter, to see the abundant bulbs in bloom."
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Frequently asked questions about 71 Riverside Rd

  • What is 71 Riverside Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 71 Riverside Rd in Sandy Hook, CT is $854,900.
  • What is the price history for 71 Riverside Rd?
    71 Riverside Rd in Sandy Hook, CT last sold for $462,500 in June 2017.
  • Is Sandy Hook a buyer's or seller's market?
    Sandy Hook is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Sandy Hook?
    The median sale price in Sandy Hook is $663K.
  • Does 71 Riverside Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 71 Riverside Rd in Sandy Hook, CT has air conditioning.
  • Does 71 Riverside Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 71 Riverside Rd in Sandy Hook, CT has in-unit laundry.