Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$279,238$152 / 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 89How 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
Last sold for $18,500 on Jul 17, 2017

17530 RIFFLE RD

EMMITSBURG, MD 21727
2
Baths
1,836 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.
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$279K
$249K low$310K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$18,500 · Jul 17, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$395 (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.$20,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$17,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,233
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$20,500

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.56
65
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
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.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
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.138 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.Conventional
CountyFREDERICK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
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.Porch · 594 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

E
Emmitsburg Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.1 mi
H
Catoctin High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi
M
Thurmont Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.8 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21727These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.71
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,589
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.205 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,199
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,662
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

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

17530 Riffle 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 less than 92% of homes in Frederick County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Frederick County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Frederick County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Frederick County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Frederick County

What homes are worth in Emmitsburg 21727

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

This home
$158K$755K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Emmitsburg 21727.

How it measures up in Emmitsburg 21727

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Emmitsburg 21727.

Estimated value$279,238
CheaperTypical $329,070Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$152
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,836 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,717 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 17530 Riffle Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEmmitsburg 21727Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$279,23831% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15214% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,836 ft²55% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.92 ac60% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than18908% of homes2% of homes

About 17530 Riffle Rd

How much is 17530 Riffle Rd, Emmitsburg, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17530 Riffle Rd, Emmitsburg, MD is $279,238 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $248,846 to $309,630. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17530 Riffle Rd, Emmitsburg, MD last sell?

17530 Riffle Rd, Emmitsburg, MD last sold on Jul 17, 2017 for $18,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17530 Riffle Rd, Emmitsburg, MD?

17530 Riffle Rd, Emmitsburg, MD has 2 bathrooms, 1,836 square feet of living space and a 0.92-acre lot.

When was 17530 Riffle Rd, Emmitsburg, MD built?

17530 Riffle Rd, Emmitsburg, MD was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17530 Riffle Rd, Emmitsburg, MD?

17530 Riffle Rd, Emmitsburg, MD is assigned to Emmitsburg Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Catoctin High School (high), rated B-; Thurmont Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17530 Riffle Rd, Emmitsburg, MD compare to other homes in Emmitsburg 21727?

Among the 1,683 homes in Emmitsburg 21727, it is worth more than 31% of them ($279,238 against a typical $329,070), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($152 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,836 ft² against a typical 1,717 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1890 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 8% 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 17530 Riffle Rd, Emmitsburg, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17530 Riffle Rd, Emmitsburg, MD was $395. The county assessed it at $20,500.

More homes on Riffle Rd

Closest homes

More homes in Emmitsburg 21727

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 17530 Riffle Rd on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map