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$492,448$239 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $173,650 on Dec 12, 1994

1262 EMERALD RIDGE DR

WESTMINSTER, MD 21158
2
Baths
2,059 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.
1.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$492K
$456K low$529K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$173,650 · Dec 12, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,120 (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.$443,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$130,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$313,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$404,233
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$443,500

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCARROLL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.01
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.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 · 256 ft²Shed · 1,568 ft²Porch · 350 ft²

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

E
Westminster Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
M
Westminster East Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
H
Winters Mill High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi

District: Carroll County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21158These 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.97
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
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.21,498
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.288 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,468
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$135,145
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

1262 Emerald Ridge 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Carroll County
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Westminster 21158

What homes are worth in Westminster 21158

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

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$246K$826K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Westminster 21158.

How it measures up in Westminster 21158

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Westminster 21158.

Estimated value$492,448
CheaperTypical $449,999Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$239
CheaperTypical $254Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area2,059 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,764 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size1.01 ac
SmallerTypical 0.79 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 1262 Emerald Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWestminster 21158Carroll County
Estimated valuepricier than$492,44860% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23936% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than2,059 ft²64% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.01 ac57% of homes64% of homes
Year builtnewer than199471% of homes69% of homes

About 1262 Emerald Ridge Dr

How much is 1262 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1262 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD is $492,448 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $455,670 to $529,226. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1262 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD last sell?

1262 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD last sold on Dec 12, 1994 for $173,650, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1262 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD?

1262 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD has 2 bathrooms, 2,059 square feet of living space and a 1.01-acre lot.

When was 1262 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD built?

1262 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1262 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD?

1262 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD is assigned to Westminster Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Westminster East Middle School (middle), rated C+; Winters Mill High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Carroll County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1262 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD compare to other homes in Westminster 21158?

Among the 7,105 homes in Westminster 21158, it is worth more than 60% of them ($492,448 against a typical $449,999), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($239 against a typical $254), it is bigger than 64% of them (2,059 ft² against a typical 1,764 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (1.01 ac against a typical 0.79 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1994 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Carroll County, it is worth more than 54% 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 1262 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1262 Emerald Ridge Dr, Westminster, MD was $4,120. The county assessed it at $443,500.

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