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$1,575,000$334 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $1,575,000 on Aug 13, 2026

1040 STEPPING PL

SYKESVILLE, MD 21784
6.5
Baths
4,719 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.
1.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2020
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.6M
$1.5M low$1.6M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,575,000 · Aug 13, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,459 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,259,633 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,163,867
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,355,400

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
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.
43
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
CountyHOWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.25
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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, 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.Deck · 252 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
Marriotts Ridge High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Mount View Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
E
West Friendship Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.8 mi

District: Howard County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21784These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.7%
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.39,959
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.671 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$142,335
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$152,997
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

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How this home compares

1040 Stepping Pl 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Sykesville 21784
  • Costs more per square foot than 71% of homes in Marriottsville
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Sykesville 21784
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Howard County
  • Among the newest homes in Marriottsville

What homes are worth in Sykesville 21784

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

This home
$259K$1.2M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Sykesville 21784.

How it measures up in Sykesville 21784

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sykesville 21784.

Estimated value$1,575,000
CheaperTypical $547,553Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$334
CheaperTypical $305Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area4,719 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,884 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size1.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built2020
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 1040 Stepping Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarriottsvilleSykesville 21784Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,575,00098% of homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33471% of homes70% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than4,719 ft²95% of homes98% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.25 ac59% of homes79% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than2020almost all homes97% of homes97% of homes

About 1040 Stepping Pl

How much is 1040 Stepping Pl, Sykesville, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1040 Stepping Pl, Sykesville, MD is $1,575,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,509,502 to $1,640,498. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1040 Stepping Pl, Sykesville, MD last sell?

1040 Stepping Pl, Sykesville, MD last sold on Aug 13, 2026 for $1,575,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1040 Stepping Pl, Sykesville, MD?

1040 Stepping Pl, Sykesville, MD has 6.5 bathrooms, 4,719 square feet of living space and a 1.25-acre lot.

When was 1040 Stepping Pl, Sykesville, MD built?

1040 Stepping Pl, Sykesville, MD was built in 2020, making it 6 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1040 Stepping Pl, Sykesville, MD?

1040 Stepping Pl, Sykesville, MD is assigned to Marriotts Ridge High School (high), rated A+; Mount View Middle School (middle), rated A; West Friendship Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Howard County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1040 Stepping Pl, Sykesville, MD compare to other homes in Sykesville 21784?

Among the 13,562 homes in Sykesville 21784, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,575,000 against a typical $547,553), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($334 against a typical $305), it is bigger than 98% of them (4,719 ft² against a typical 1,884 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (1.25 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2020 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than almost all 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 1040 Stepping Pl, Sykesville, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1040 Stepping Pl, Sykesville, MD was $15,459. The county assessed it at $1,259,633.

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