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$456,850$286 / 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 92How 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 $325,000 on Jan 29, 2020

12942 SWORDFISH DR

OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
2
Baths
1,596 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2000
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$457K
$419K low$495K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$325,000 · Jan 29, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,436 (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.$372,267 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$320,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$476,000

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.48
85
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.60%

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
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
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
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.Porch · 162 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.

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

E
Ocean City Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.5 mi
M
Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.8 mi
H
Stephen Decatur High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.9 mi

District: Worcester County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21842These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.20%
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.6.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,201
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.648 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,148
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,616
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

12942 Swordfish 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 93% of homes in Ocean City 21842
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Ocean City 21842
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Worcester County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Ocean City 21842

What homes are worth in Ocean City 21842

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

This home
$214K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Ocean City 21842.

How it measures up in Ocean City 21842

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ocean City 21842.

Estimated value$456,850
CheaperTypical $492,881Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$286
CheaperTypical $453Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,596 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,080 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 3,615 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built2000
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 12942 Swordfish Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOcean City 21842Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$456,85043% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2867% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,596 ft²80% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac62% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than200083% of homes78% of homes

About 12942 Swordfish Dr

How much is 12942 Swordfish Dr, Ocean City, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12942 Swordfish Dr, Ocean City, MD is $456,850 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $418,722 to $494,978. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12942 Swordfish Dr, Ocean City, MD last sell?

12942 Swordfish Dr, Ocean City, MD last sold on Jan 29, 2020 for $325,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12942 Swordfish Dr, Ocean City, MD?

12942 Swordfish Dr, Ocean City, MD has 2 bathrooms, 1,596 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 12942 Swordfish Dr, Ocean City, MD built?

12942 Swordfish Dr, Ocean City, MD was built in 2000, making it 26 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12942 Swordfish Dr, Ocean City, MD?

12942 Swordfish Dr, Ocean City, MD is assigned to Ocean City Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Stephen Decatur Middle School (middle), rated A+; Stephen Decatur High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Worcester County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12942 Swordfish Dr, Ocean City, MD compare to other homes in Ocean City 21842?

Among the 31,676 homes in Ocean City 21842, it is worth more than 43% of them ($456,850 against a typical $492,881), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($286 against a typical $453), it is bigger than 80% of them (1,596 ft² against a typical 1,080 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 3,615 ft²) and it is newer than 83% of them (2000 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Worcester 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 12942 Swordfish Dr, Ocean City, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 12942 Swordfish Dr, Ocean City, MD was $3,436. The county assessed it at $372,267.

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