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$276,578
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 93How 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 $299,000 on Jul 30, 2021

9524 ROCKY RIDGE RD

ROCKY RIDGE, MD 21778
0
Baths
0.58 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$277K
$258K low$295K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$299,000 · Jul 30, 2021
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.$276,578
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$221,262

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$187 (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.$15,300 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$13,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$16,900

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.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
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.Residential - Vacant Land
CountyFrederick
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.58
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Thurmont Primary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 3.0 mi
M
Thurmont Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Catoctin High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.4 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21778These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,439
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.80 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,802
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$112,057
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

9524 Rocky 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 less than 94% of homes in Frederick County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Rocky Ridge 21778
  • Older than 94% of homes in Frederick County

What homes are worth in Rocky Ridge 21778

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

This home
$179K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Rocky Ridge 21778.

How it measures up in Rocky Ridge 21778

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rocky Ridge 21778.

Estimated value$276,578
CheaperTypical $433,527Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.58 ac
SmallerTypical 3.12 acBigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 9524 Rocky Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRocky Ridge 21778Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$276,57812% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.58 ac8% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than190020% of homes6% of homes

About 9524 Rocky Ridge Rd

How much is 9524 Rocky Ridge Rd, Rocky Ridge, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9524 Rocky Ridge Rd, Rocky Ridge, MD is $276,578 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $257,757 to $295,399. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9524 Rocky Ridge Rd, Rocky Ridge, MD last sell?

9524 Rocky Ridge Rd, Rocky Ridge, MD last sold on Jul 30, 2021 for $299,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

When was 9524 Rocky Ridge Rd, Rocky Ridge, MD built?

9524 Rocky Ridge Rd, Rocky Ridge, MD was built in 1900, making it 126 years old.

What schools serve 9524 Rocky Ridge Rd, Rocky Ridge, MD?

9524 Rocky Ridge Rd, Rocky Ridge, MD is assigned to Thurmont Primary School (elementary); Thurmont Middle School (middle), rated C-; Catoctin High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9524 Rocky Ridge Rd, Rocky Ridge, MD compare to other homes in Rocky Ridge 21778?

Among the 411 homes in Rocky Ridge 21778, it is worth more than 12% of them ($276,578 against a typical $433,527), its lot is bigger than 8% of them (0.58 ac against a typical 3.12 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1900 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 6% 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 9524 Rocky Ridge Rd, Rocky Ridge, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 9524 Rocky Ridge Rd, Rocky Ridge, MD was $187. The county assessed it at $15,300.

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