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$449,712$228 / 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 $430,990 on Jan 22, 2024

159 CHARMING FOREST AVE

LA PLATA, MD 20646
3 / 1
Baths
1,970 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
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

$450K
$434K low$466K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$430,990 · Jan 22, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,601 (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.$386,667 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$355,933
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$417,400

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.40
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
23
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.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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
CountyCharles
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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, Built-in
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 64 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Mary H. Matula Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
H
La Plata High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Milton M. Somers Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Charles County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20646These 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.86
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.4%
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.23,382
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.280 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$129,154
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$147,771
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

159 Charming Forest Ave 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in La Plata 20646
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Charles County

What homes are worth in La Plata 20646

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

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$253K$850K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in La Plata 20646.

How it measures up in La Plata 20646

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in La Plata 20646.

Estimated value$449,712
CheaperTypical $475,425Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,970 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,042 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.8 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 159 Charming Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLa Plata 20646Charles County
Estimated valuepricier than$449,71242% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22849% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,970 ft²46% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac19% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than202397% of homes98% of homes

About 159 Charming Forest Ave

How much is 159 Charming Forest Ave, La Plata, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 159 Charming Forest Ave, La Plata, MD is $449,712 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $433,681 to $465,743. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 159 Charming Forest Ave, La Plata, MD last sell?

159 Charming Forest Ave, La Plata, MD last sold on Jan 22, 2024 for $430,990, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 159 Charming Forest Ave, La Plata, MD?

159 Charming Forest Ave, La Plata, MD has 3 bathrooms, 1,970 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 159 Charming Forest Ave, La Plata, MD built?

159 Charming Forest Ave, La Plata, MD was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 159 Charming Forest Ave, La Plata, MD?

159 Charming Forest Ave, La Plata, MD is assigned to Mary H. Matula Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; La Plata High School (high), rated B; Milton M. Somers Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Charles County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 159 Charming Forest Ave, La Plata, MD compare to other homes in La Plata 20646?

Among the 8,393 homes in La Plata 20646, it is worth more than 42% of them ($449,712 against a typical $475,425), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($228 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,970 ft² against a typical 2,042 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.8 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2023 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Charles County, it is worth more than 50% 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 159 Charming Forest Ave, La Plata, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 159 Charming Forest Ave, La Plata, MD was $9,601. The county assessed it at $386,667.

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