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$1,419,784$947 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $500,000 on Dec 7, 2004

1521 SHAD ROW

OCEAN CITY, MD 21842
2
Baths
1,499 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
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

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500,000 · Dec 7, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,563 (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.$746,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$473,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$272,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$700,333
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$746,500

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.50
97
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
66
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.41 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.93%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.17
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.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Not Specified
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 540 ft²Boat access

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 · 1.4 mi
M
Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 5.9 mi
H
Stephen Decatur High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 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

1521 Shad Row 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 Ocean City 21842
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Ocean City 21842
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Ocean City 21842
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% 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
$203K$1.3M

This home is worth more than almost all 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$1,419,784
CheaperTypical $489,607Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$947
CheaperTypical $455Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,499 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,078 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 3,615 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 1521 Shad Row ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeOcean City 21842Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,419,784almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$947almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,499 ft²77% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac75% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than198043% of homes38% of homes

About 1521 Shad Row

How much is 1521 Shad Row, Ocean City, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1521 Shad Row, Ocean City, MD is $1,419,784 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,346,864 to $1,492,704. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1521 Shad Row, Ocean City, MD last sell?

1521 Shad Row, Ocean City, MD last sold on Dec 7, 2004 for $500,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1521 Shad Row, Ocean City, MD?

1521 Shad Row, Ocean City, MD has 2 bathrooms, 1,499 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1521 Shad Row, Ocean City, MD built?

1521 Shad Row, Ocean City, MD was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1521 Shad Row, Ocean City, MD?

1521 Shad Row, 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 1521 Shad Row, Ocean City, MD compare to other homes in Ocean City 21842?

Among the 31,634 homes in Ocean City 21842, it is worth more than almost all of them ($1,419,784 against a typical $489,607), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($947 against a typical $455), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,499 ft² against a typical 1,078 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 3,615 ft²) and it is newer than 43% of them (1980 against a typical 1983). Measured against all of Worcester 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 1521 Shad Row, Ocean City, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1521 Shad Row, Ocean City, MD was $9,563. The county assessed it at $746,500.

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