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$710,768$396 / 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 91How 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

12791 STATE ROUTE 144

WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD 21794
2.5
Baths
1,794 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.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$711K
$647K low$775K high
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.$541,768
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$433,414
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.24%
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.$169,000
CHURCHILL MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Dec 30, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,255 (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.$532,367 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$502,433
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$562,300

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.45
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
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
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.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

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.

E
Triadelphia Ridge Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.8 mi
M
Folly Quarter Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
H
Glenelg High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Howard County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21794These 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.39
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.6%
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.3,276
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.376 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$179,119
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$244,245
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

12791 State Route 144 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 90% of homes in West Friendship 21794
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Howard County
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in West Friendship 21794
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in West Friendship

What homes are worth in West Friendship 21794

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

This home
$487K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in West Friendship 21794.

How it measures up in West Friendship 21794

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Friendship 21794.

Estimated value$710,768
CheaperTypical $1,092,850Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$396
CheaperTypical $337Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area1,794 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,264 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 2.4 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 12791 State Route 144 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest FriendshipWest Friendship 21794Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$710,76811% of homes10% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39686% of homes86% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,794 ft²11% of homes10% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac18% of homes18% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than199045% of homes45% of homes55% of homes

About 12791 State Route 144

How much is 12791 State Route 144, West Friendship, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12791 State Route 144, West Friendship, MD is $710,768 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $647,011 to $774,525. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12791 State Route 144, West Friendship, MD last sell?

12791 State Route 144, West Friendship, MD last sold on Nov 20, 2003, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12791 State Route 144, West Friendship, MD?

12791 State Route 144, West Friendship, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,794 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 12791 State Route 144, West Friendship, MD built?

12791 State Route 144, West Friendship, MD was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12791 State Route 144, West Friendship, MD?

12791 State Route 144, West Friendship, MD is assigned to Triadelphia Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Folly Quarter 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 12791 State Route 144, West Friendship, MD compare to other homes in West Friendship 21794?

Among the 833 homes in West Friendship 21794, it is worth more than 10% of them ($710,768 against a typical $1,092,850), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($396 against a typical $337), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,794 ft² against a typical 3,264 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (1 ac against a typical 2.4 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1990 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 61% 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 12791 State Route 144, West Friendship, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12791 State Route 144, West Friendship, MD was $7,255. The county assessed it at $532,367.

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