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$1,168,835$297 / 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 96How 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 $875,000 on Mar 25, 2021

14009 FOREST RIDGE DR

NORTH POTOMAC, MD 20878
3.5
Baths
3,938 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M 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.$875,000 · Mar 25, 2021
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.$468,835
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$375,068
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.65%
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.$700,000
APEX HOME LOANS INC · recorded Mar 25, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,497 (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.$925,500 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$856,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,063,900

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.18
46
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.
34
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.11 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
CountyMONTGOMERY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 374 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
Stone Mill Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
H
Thomas S. Wootton High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
Cabin John Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.7 mi

District: Montgomery County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20878These 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.62
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.42

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.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
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.66,167
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,976 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$145,457
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$176,656
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

14009 Forest Ridge 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.

  • Worth more than 90% of homes in Gaithersburg 20878
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Montgomery County

What homes are worth in Gaithersburg 20878

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

This home
$195K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Gaithersburg 20878.

How it measures up in Gaithersburg 20878

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gaithersburg 20878.

Estimated value$1,168,835
CheaperTypical $737,450Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$297
CheaperTypical $308Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area3,938 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,262 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 14009 Forest Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGaithersburg 20878Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,168,83590% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29742% of homes46% of homes
Living areabigger than3,938 ft²87% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac65% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than199162% of homes76% of homes

About 14009 Forest Ridge Dr

How much is 14009 Forest Ridge Dr, North Potomac, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 14009 Forest Ridge Dr, North Potomac, MD is $1,168,835 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,117,025 to $1,220,645. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 14009 Forest Ridge Dr, North Potomac, MD last sell?

14009 Forest Ridge Dr, North Potomac, MD last sold on Mar 25, 2021 for $875,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 14009 Forest Ridge Dr, North Potomac, MD?

14009 Forest Ridge Dr, North Potomac, MD has 3.5 bathrooms, 3,938 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 14009 Forest Ridge Dr, North Potomac, MD built?

14009 Forest Ridge Dr, North Potomac, MD was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 14009 Forest Ridge Dr, North Potomac, MD?

14009 Forest Ridge Dr, North Potomac, MD is assigned to Stone Mill Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Thomas S. Wootton High School (high), rated A+; Cabin John Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Montgomery County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 14009 Forest Ridge Dr, North Potomac, MD compare to other homes in Gaithersburg 20878?

Among the 20,742 homes in Gaithersburg 20878, it is worth more than 90% of them ($1,168,835 against a typical $737,450), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($297 against a typical $308), it is bigger than 87% of them (3,938 ft² against a typical 2,262 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1991 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 85% 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 14009 Forest Ridge Dr, North Potomac, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 14009 Forest Ridge Dr, North Potomac, MD was $10,497. The county assessed it at $925,500.

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