72 Forest Drive, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
OFF MARKET

$480,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,614 sqft (on 0.47 acres)

72 Forest Drive, Sandy Hook, CT 06482

Sandy Hook
Est. Refi. Payment $3,446/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold May 30, 2002 for $241,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$481K
Since last month
Decreased$19K (-3.7%)
Since last year
Increased$10K (+2%)
Since last sale
Increased$239K (+99%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by 0% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$481K
September 2026$477K
August 2026$499K
July 2026$499K
June 2026$505K
May 2026$498K
April 2026$502K
March 2026$499K
February 2026$482K
January 2026$458K
2025

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
69 Engleside Terrace, Sandy Hook, CT
0.03
Single-Family Home
$385,000
02/02/26
3
1.5
1,536
89 Alpine Drive, Sandy Hook, CT
0.37
Single-Family Home
$452,000
06/29/26
3
2
1,686
10 Capitol Drive, Sandy Hook, CT
0.31
Single-Family Home
$473,565
07/24/26
2
2
1,840
215 White Birch Drive, Southbury, CT
0.51
Single-Family Home
$386,000
07/24/26
3
1
1,327
82 Lakeview Terrace, Sandy Hook, CT
0.76
Single-Family Home
$519,000
12/19/25
3
2
1,732
108 Riverside Road, Sandy Hook, CT
0.55
Single-Family Home
$499,000
03/06/26
3
2
2,256
12 Bankside Trail, Sandy Hook, CT
0.36
Single-Family Home
$367,000
04/30/26
2
1.5
1,134
28 Lakeview Terrace, Sandy Hook, CT
0.62
Single-Family Home
$430,000
12/05/25
4
1
1,334
54 Jeremiah Road, Sandy Hook, CT
0.54
Single-Family Home
$585,000
12/11/25
3
3
2,306

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
72 Forest Dr, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.00
$457,700
3
2
1,586
Off Market
75 Engleside Ter, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.01
$367,600
Studio
-
-
Off Market
87 Engleside Ter, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.02
$370,800
Studio
-
-
Off Market
69 Engleside Terrace, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.03
$385,000
3
1.5
1,536
Recently Sold
69 Engleside Terrace, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.03
$493,200
4
1.5
1,700
Off Market
86 Forest Dr, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.03
$384,000
Studio
-
-
Off Market
90 Engleside Terrace, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.03
$456,600
2
1.5
1,782
Off Market
80 Engleside Ter, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.04
$395,100
3
2
827
Off Market
88 Forest Dr, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.04
$378,500
2
2
697
Off Market
88 Forest Drive, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.04
$383,700
2
2
1,200
Off Market
101 Forest Dr, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.04
$348,900
2
1.5
1,143
Off Market
107 Forest Dr, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.05
-
1
-
494
Off Market
95 Forest Dr, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.05
$415,000
2
1
840
Recently Sold
102 Engleside Ter, Newtown, CT 06482
0.05
-
-
-
-
Off Market
102 Engleside Ter, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.05
-
-
-
-
Off Market
48 Alpine Cir, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.05
$484,800
3
2
1,348
Off Market
59 Engleside Ter, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.06
$311,700
2
1
1,000
Off Market
115 Forest Dr, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.06
$600,900
3
1.5
1,695
Off Market
91 Forest Dr, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.06
$511,600
3
2
1,410
Off Market
72 Engleside Ter, Sandy Hook, CT 06482
0.06
$439,500
3
2
1,469
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1986
0.47 acre lot
1,614 sqft
$298/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

Wonderful 3Br Home Tucked Away Yet Close To I84.Water Views!Sklights And Cathedral Ceilings! Lower Lever Finished W/ Full Bath And Fireplace!
72 Forest Drive, Sandy Hook, CT 06482 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,614 sqft single-family home in Sandy Hook, built in 1986. It last sold for $241,500 on May 30, 2002 (3% below the $249,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $480,700, with a rent estimate of $3,391/month.
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listed by Ellen Vincent, (203) 313-8862
Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop., (203) 744-5544
Bought with: Ellen Vincent, (203) 313-8862, Berkshire Hathaway NE Prop., (203) 744-5544
Source: Smart MLS, MLS#98124368

Home Details for 72 Forest Drive

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Garage Access,Interior EntryNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1614 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Oven/Range, RefrigeratorDishwasherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OilHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Oil
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
View
Has a ViewView: Water

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, RaisedNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached
Frontage
Waterfront: Beach Access, Walk to WaterNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1614 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1986
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionDoes Not Include Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 209621

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $249,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed May 01 2002Possession Timing: Nego

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: NewtownCommunity: NO
School Information
Elementary School: SANDY HOOKJr High / Middle School: NEWTOWNHigh School: NEWTOWN

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1614 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.47 acres

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 98124368Water ViewWater View: WaterAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 1614

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 30, 2002
Source: Smart MLS #98124368
Sold
$241,500
Apr 26, 1996
Source: Smart MLS #96003382
Sold
$144,897

Market trends in Newtown

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$718K
$23.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
101.7%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$288
$2MoM
Available listings
103
5MoM

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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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  • Jim Knipe
    "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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  • Koellmer7
    "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 72 Forest Drive

  • What is 72 Forest Drive estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 72 Forest Drive in Sandy Hook, CT is $480,700.
  • What is the price history for 72 Forest Drive?
    72 Forest Drive in Sandy Hook, CT last sold for $241,500 in May 2002.
  • Is Sandy Hook a buyer's or seller's market?
    Sandy Hook is currently a buyer'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 $718K. That is down $23.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 72 Forest Drive have air conditioning?
    Yes, 72 Forest Drive in Sandy Hook, CT has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 72 Forest Drive?
    The lot at 72 Forest Drive in Sandy Hook, CT is about 0.47 acres (20,473 sq ft).

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