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$533,675$476 / 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 93How 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 $305,000 on Jul 6, 2021

197 RIVER RD

ELKTON, MD 21921
1
Baths
1,120 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$534K
$496K low$571K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$305,000 · Jul 6, 2021
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$433,675
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$346,940
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.20%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$100,000
ROBERT WALLS · P · recorded Jul 6, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,572 (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.$412,300 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$348,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$540,900

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.52
25
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.
88
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.2 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyCecil
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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
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, Detached
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.Deck · 88 ft²Patio · 502 ft²Porch · 168 ft²Boat access

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
Chesapeake City Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.2 mi
M
Bohemia Manor Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.8 mi
H
Bohemia Manor High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

197 River 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 more than 85% of homes in Elkton 21921
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Elkton 21921
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Elkton 21921
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Cecil County

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
$116K$868K

This home is worth more than 85% 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$533,675
CheaperTypical $358,715Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$476
CheaperTypical $216Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 197 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkton 21921Cecil County
Estimated valuepricier than$533,67585% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$476almost all homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,120 ft²17% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac25% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than197636% of homes37% of homes

About 197 River Rd

How much is 197 River Rd, Elkton, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 197 River Rd, Elkton, MD is $533,675 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $496,476 to $570,874. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 197 River Rd, Elkton, MD last sell?

197 River Rd, Elkton, MD last sold on Jul 6, 2021 for $305,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 197 River Rd, Elkton, MD?

197 River Rd, Elkton, MD has 1 bathrooms, 1,120 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 197 River Rd, Elkton, MD built?

197 River Rd, Elkton, MD was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 197 River Rd, Elkton, MD?

197 River Rd, Elkton, MD is assigned to Chesapeake City Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Bohemia Manor Middle School (middle), rated B-; Bohemia Manor High School (high), rated B. All sit in Cecil County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 197 River Rd, Elkton, MD compare to other homes in Elkton 21921?

Among the 14,505 homes in Elkton 21921, it is worth more than 85% of them ($533,675 against a typical $358,715), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($476 against a typical $216), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,120 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1976 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Cecil County, it is worth more than 83% 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 197 River Rd, Elkton, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 197 River Rd, Elkton, MD was $4,572. The county assessed it at $412,300.

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