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$389,629$230 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

12987 RITCHIE RD

SMITHSBURG, MD 21783
2
Baths
1,696 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.
3.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
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

$390K
$335K low$444K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,769 (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.$302,133 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$278,467
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$325,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWASHINGTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.06
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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 · 380 ft²Porch · 240 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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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 · 3.0 mi
H
Smithsburg High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
E
Cascade Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.3 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

12987 Ritchie 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.

  • Worth more than 69% of homes in Washington County
  • Costs more per square foot than 67% of homes in Washington County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Washington County
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Smithsburg 21783

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
$171K$872K

This home is worth more than 64% of 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$389,629
CheaperTypical $347,737Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$230
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,696 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size3.06 ac
SmallerTypical 0.84 acBigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 12987 Ritchie Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSmithsburg 21783Washington County
Estimated valuepricier than$389,62964% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23060% of homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than1,696 ft²56% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.06 ac78% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than200490% of homes85% of homes

About 12987 Ritchie Rd

How much is 12987 Ritchie Rd, Smithsburg, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12987 Ritchie Rd, Smithsburg, MD is $389,629 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $334,985 to $444,273. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12987 Ritchie Rd, Smithsburg, MD last sell?

12987 Ritchie Rd, Smithsburg, MD last sold on Mar 20, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12987 Ritchie Rd, Smithsburg, MD?

12987 Ritchie Rd, Smithsburg, MD has 2 bathrooms, 1,696 square feet of living space and a 3.06-acre lot.

When was 12987 Ritchie Rd, Smithsburg, MD built?

12987 Ritchie Rd, Smithsburg, MD was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12987 Ritchie Rd, Smithsburg, MD?

12987 Ritchie Rd, Smithsburg, MD is assigned to Smithsburg Middle School (middle), rated A+; Smithsburg High School (high), rated A-; Cascade Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Washington County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12987 Ritchie Rd, Smithsburg, MD compare to other homes in Smithsburg 21783?

Among the 3,449 homes in Smithsburg 21783, it is worth more than 64% of them ($389,629 against a typical $347,737), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($230 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,696 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 78% of them (3.06 ac against a typical 0.84 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (2004 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Washington County, it is worth more than 69% 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 12987 Ritchie Rd, Smithsburg, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12987 Ritchie Rd, Smithsburg, MD was $2,769. The county assessed it at $302,133.

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