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$366,253$204 / 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 95How 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

1488 APPLETON RD

ELKTON, MD 21921
1
Baths
1,792 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.
0.64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$366K
$348K low$384K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,645 (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.$252,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$247,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$262,400

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.46
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyCECIL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.64
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.Radiant
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.Patio · 179 ft²Porch · 590 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Cecil Manor Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Cherry Hill Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi
H
Elkton High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Cecil County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21921These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.47,146
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.474 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,380
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,713
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

1488 Appleton 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Cecil County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Elkton 21921

What homes are worth in Elkton 21921

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

This home
$121K$868K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Elkton 21921.

How it measures up in Elkton 21921

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elkton 21921.

Estimated value$366,253
CheaperTypical $359,012Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,792 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,566 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.64 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 1488 Appleton Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkton 21921Cecil County
Estimated valuepricier than$366,25352% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20440% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,792 ft²61% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.64 ac58% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than19204% of homes7% of homes

About 1488 Appleton Rd

How much is 1488 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1488 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD is $366,253 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $348,447 to $384,059. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1488 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD last sell?

1488 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD last sold on Aug 5, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1488 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD?

1488 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD has 1 bathrooms, 1,792 square feet of living space and a 0.64-acre lot.

When was 1488 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD built?

1488 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1488 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD?

1488 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD is assigned to Cecil Manor Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Cherry Hill Middle School (middle), rated C+; Elkton High School (high), rated C. All sit in Cecil County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1488 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD compare to other homes in Elkton 21921?

Among the 14,505 homes in Elkton 21921, it is worth more than 52% of them ($366,253 against a typical $359,012), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($204 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,792 ft² against a typical 1,566 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.64 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1920 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Cecil County, it is worth more than 52% 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 1488 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1488 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD was $2,645. The county assessed it at $252,600.

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