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$752,381$362 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $502,000 on Mar 24, 2016

17959 POND RD

ASHTON, MD 20861
2.5
Baths
2,080 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.
0.82 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
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

$752K
$723K low$782K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$502,000 · Mar 24, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,641 (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.$612,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$250,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$362,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$577,767
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$612,800

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.14
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
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
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.0.82
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 192 ft²Porch · 80 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.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
James Hubert Blake High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
E
Cloverly Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.9 mi
M
William H. Farquhar Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Montgomery County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20861These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,094
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.545 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$177,998
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$201,963
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

17959 Pond 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 70% of homes in Ashton 20861
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Ashton 20861
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Ashton 20861
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Ashton 20861

What homes are worth in Ashton 20861

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

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$428K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Ashton 20861.

How it measures up in Ashton 20861

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ashton 20861.

Estimated value$752,381
CheaperTypical $950,917Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$362
CheaperTypical $241Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area2,080 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,966 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size0.82 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 17959 Pond Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAshton 20861Montgomery County
Estimated valuepricier than$752,38130% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36293% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than2,080 ft²15% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.82 ac53% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than197429% of homes45% of homes

About 17959 Pond Rd

How much is 17959 Pond Rd, Ashton, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17959 Pond Rd, Ashton, MD is $752,381 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $722,745 to $782,017. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17959 Pond Rd, Ashton, MD last sell?

17959 Pond Rd, Ashton, MD last sold on Mar 24, 2016 for $502,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17959 Pond Rd, Ashton, MD?

17959 Pond Rd, Ashton, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 2,080 square feet of living space and a 0.82-acre lot.

When was 17959 Pond Rd, Ashton, MD built?

17959 Pond Rd, Ashton, MD was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17959 Pond Rd, Ashton, MD?

17959 Pond Rd, Ashton, MD is assigned to James Hubert Blake High School (high), rated B-; Cloverly Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; William H. Farquhar Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Montgomery County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17959 Pond Rd, Ashton, MD compare to other homes in Ashton 20861?

Among the 1,029 homes in Ashton 20861, it is worth more than 30% of them ($752,381 against a typical $950,917), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($362 against a typical $241), it is bigger than 15% of them (2,080 ft² against a typical 3,966 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.82 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1974 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Montgomery County, it is worth more than 64% 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 17959 Pond Rd, Ashton, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17959 Pond Rd, Ashton, MD was $6,641. The county assessed it at $612,800.

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