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$449,468$193 / 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

5705 RIDGE RD

CASCADE, MD 21719
2.5
Baths
2,327 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.
2.54 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$449K
$413K low$486K high
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.$46,268
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$37,014
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.96%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$197,500
WYNDHAM CAPITAL MORTGAGE INC · recorded May 17, 2006
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$205,700
SUNTRUST BANK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,240 (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.$360,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$79,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$280,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$334,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$360,100

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Conventional
CountyFREDERICK
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
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, Attached
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.Patio · 768 ft²Porch · 56 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Catoctin High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.2 mi
M
Thurmont Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 7.5 mi
E
Thurmont Primary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 8.2 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21719These 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.145
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.72
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.958
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.221 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,301
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,127
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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

5705 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 92% of homes in Cascade 21719
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Frederick County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Cascade 21719
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Frederick County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Frederick County

What homes are worth in Cascade 21719

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$136K$670K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Cascade 21719.

How it measures up in Cascade 21719

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cascade 21719.

Estimated value$449,468
CheaperTypical $262,779Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$193
CheaperTypical $179Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area2,327 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,482 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size2.54 ac
SmallerTypical 0.73 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 5705 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCascade 21719Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$449,46892% of homes41% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19361% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than2,327 ft²83% of homes55% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.54 ac86% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than195864% of homes17% of homes

About 5705 Ridge Rd

How much is 5705 Ridge Rd, Cascade, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5705 Ridge Rd, Cascade, MD is $449,468 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $412,611 to $486,325. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5705 Ridge Rd, Cascade, MD last sell?

5705 Ridge Rd, Cascade, MD last sold on May 17, 2006, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5705 Ridge Rd, Cascade, MD?

5705 Ridge Rd, Cascade, MD has 2.5 bathrooms and 2,327 square feet of living space.

When was 5705 Ridge Rd, Cascade, MD built?

5705 Ridge Rd, Cascade, MD was built in 1958, making it 68 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5705 Ridge Rd, Cascade, MD?

5705 Ridge Rd, Cascade, MD is assigned to Catoctin High School (high), rated B-; Thurmont Middle School (middle), rated C-; Thurmont Primary School (elementary). All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5705 Ridge Rd, Cascade, MD compare to other homes in Cascade 21719?

Among the 521 homes in Cascade 21719, it is worth more than 92% of them ($449,468 against a typical $262,779), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($193 against a typical $179), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,327 ft² against a typical 1,482 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (2.54 ac against a typical 0.73 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1958 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 41% 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 5705 Ridge Rd, Cascade, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5705 Ridge Rd, Cascade, MD was $4,240. The county assessed it at $360,100.

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