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$1,981,767$280 / 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 87How 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 $2,119,866 on Mar 18, 2008

11538 FOX RIVER DR

ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
4.5
Baths
7,078 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
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

$2M
$1.7M low$2.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,119,866 · Mar 18, 2008
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.$731,767
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$585,414
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.63%
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.$1,250,000
WACHOVIA MORTGAGE FSB · recorded Mar 18, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$19,461 (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.$1,507,833 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,385,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,752,300

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
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.
81
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
52
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.1.00
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 802 ft²Porch · 85 ft²

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(7)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Harper's Choice Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
E
Longfellow Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Wilde Lake High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi

District: Howard County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21042These 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.48
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.9%
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.43,959
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,188 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$168,351
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$201,624
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%

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

11538 Fox River Dr 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 Howard County
  • Costs less per square foot than 84% of homes in Ellicott City 21042
  • Among the largest homes in Howard County
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Ellicott City 21042
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Ellicott City 21042

What homes are worth in Ellicott City 21042

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

This home
$342K$2M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Ellicott City 21042.

How it measures up in Ellicott City 21042

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ellicott City 21042.

Estimated value$1,981,767
CheaperTypical $786,002Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$280
CheaperTypical $325Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area7,078 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,424 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 11538 Fox River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEllicott City 21042Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,981,76798% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28016% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than7,078 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac82% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than200785% of homes84% of homes

About 11538 Fox River Dr

How much is 11538 Fox River Dr, Ellicott City, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 11538 Fox River Dr, Ellicott City, MD is $1,981,767 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,716,018 to $2,247,516. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 11538 Fox River Dr, Ellicott City, MD last sell?

11538 Fox River Dr, Ellicott City, MD last sold on Mar 18, 2008 for $2,119,866, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 11538 Fox River Dr, Ellicott City, MD?

11538 Fox River Dr, Ellicott City, MD has 4.5 bathrooms, 7,078 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 11538 Fox River Dr, Ellicott City, MD built?

11538 Fox River Dr, Ellicott City, MD was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 11538 Fox River Dr, Ellicott City, MD?

11538 Fox River Dr, Ellicott City, MD is assigned to Harper's Choice Middle School (middle), rated B; Longfellow Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Wilde Lake High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Howard County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 11538 Fox River Dr, Ellicott City, MD compare to other homes in Ellicott City 21042?

Among the 14,278 homes in Ellicott City 21042, it is worth more than 98% of them ($1,981,767 against a typical $786,002), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($280 against a typical $325), it is bigger than almost all of them (7,078 ft² against a typical 2,424 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (2007 against a typical 1987). 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 11538 Fox River Dr, Ellicott City, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 11538 Fox River Dr, Ellicott City, MD was $19,461. The county assessed it at $1,507,833.

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