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$1,040,321$290 / 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 89How 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 $1,100,000 on Sep 30, 2015

12968 ROWE RD

SMITHSBURG, MD 21783
2
Baths
3,590 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.
123.43 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1811
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1M
$923K low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,100,000 · Sep 30, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,075 (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.$1,500,533 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,359,867
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,641,200

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.25 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.123.43
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.Radiant
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 67,430 ft²Porch · 510 ft²

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.

M
Smithsburg Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Smithsburg High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Old Forge Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi

District: Washington County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21783These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
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.9,623
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.217 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,158
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,013
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.46 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

12968 Rowe Rd 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 Washington County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Washington County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Smithsburg 21783
  • Among the largest lots in Smithsburg 21783
  • Among the oldest homes in Washington County

What homes are worth in Smithsburg 21783

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

This home
$174K$860K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Smithsburg 21783.

How it measures up in Smithsburg 21783

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Smithsburg 21783.

Estimated value$1,040,321
CheaperTypical $348,668Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$290
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area3,590 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size123.43 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1811
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 12968 Rowe Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSmithsburg 21783Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,040,321almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29088% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than3,590 ft²96% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than123.43 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than1811almost no homesalmost no homes

About 12968 Rowe Rd

How much is 12968 Rowe Rd, Smithsburg, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12968 Rowe Rd, Smithsburg, MD is $1,040,321 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $922,597 to $1,158,045. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12968 Rowe Rd, Smithsburg, MD last sell?

12968 Rowe Rd, Smithsburg, MD last sold on Sep 30, 2015 for $1,100,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 12968 Rowe Rd, Smithsburg, MD?

12968 Rowe Rd, Smithsburg, MD has 2 bathrooms, 3,590 square feet of living space and a 123.43-acre lot.

When was 12968 Rowe Rd, Smithsburg, MD built?

12968 Rowe Rd, Smithsburg, MD was built in 1811, making it 215 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 12968 Rowe Rd, Smithsburg, MD?

12968 Rowe Rd, Smithsburg, MD is assigned to Smithsburg Middle School (middle), rated A+; Smithsburg High School (high), rated A-; Old Forge Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Washington County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12968 Rowe Rd, Smithsburg, MD compare to other homes in Smithsburg 21783?

Among the 3,449 homes in Smithsburg 21783, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,040,321 against a typical $348,668), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($290 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 96% of them (3,590 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (123.43 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1811 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Washington 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 12968 Rowe Rd, Smithsburg, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12968 Rowe Rd, Smithsburg, MD was $6,075. The county assessed it at $1,500,533.

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