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$634,258$328 / 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 97How 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 $295,000 on Oct 31, 1991

1276 ROUTE 97

COOKSVILLE, MD 21723
2
Baths
1,936 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.
6.68 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1864
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$634K
$614K low$655K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$295,000 · Oct 31, 1991
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.$634,258
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$507,406

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,316 (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.$460,867 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$416,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$549,000

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.
91
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.6.68
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Shed · 1,800 ft²Porch · 168 ft²

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

E
Bushy Park Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.4 mi
M
Glenwood Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.7 mi
H
Glenelg High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.2 mi

District: Howard County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21723These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.43

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.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.826
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.266 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$198,698
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$230,923
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.Absentee owner
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

1276 Route 97 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 82% of homes in Cooksville 21723
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Cooksville 21723
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Howard County
  • Among the oldest homes in Howard County

What homes are worth in Cooksville 21723

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

This home
$362K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Cooksville 21723.

How it measures up in Cooksville 21723

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cooksville 21723.

Estimated value$634,258
CheaperTypical $903,043Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$328
CheaperTypical $308Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,936 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,924 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size6.68 ac
SmallerTypical 1.19 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1864
OlderTypical 2000Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 1276 Route 97 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWoodbineCooksville 21723Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$634,25828% of homes18% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32854% of homes63% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than1,936 ft²32% of homes24% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.68 ac89% of homes92% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than1864almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 1276 Route 97

How much is 1276 Route 97, Cooksville, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1276 Route 97, Cooksville, MD is $634,258 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $613,792 to $654,724. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1276 Route 97, Cooksville, MD last sell?

1276 Route 97, Cooksville, MD last sold on Oct 31, 1991 for $295,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1276 Route 97, Cooksville, MD?

1276 Route 97, Cooksville, MD has 2 bathrooms, 1,936 square feet of living space and a 6.68-acre lot.

When was 1276 Route 97, Cooksville, MD built?

1276 Route 97, Cooksville, MD was built in 1864, making it 162 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1276 Route 97, Cooksville, MD?

1276 Route 97, Cooksville, MD is assigned to Bushy Park Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Glenwood Middle School (middle), rated A; Glenelg High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Howard County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1276 Route 97, Cooksville, MD compare to other homes in Cooksville 21723?

Among the 351 homes in Cooksville 21723, it is worth more than 18% of them ($634,258 against a typical $903,043), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($328 against a typical $308), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,936 ft² against a typical 2,924 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (6.68 ac against a typical 1.19 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1864 against a typical 2000). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 51% 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 1276 Route 97, Cooksville, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1276 Route 97, Cooksville, MD was $6,316. The county assessed it at $460,867.

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