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$378,704$104 / 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 91How 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

256 E MAIN ST

ELKTON, MD 21921
2.5
Baths
3,635 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.
0.77 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
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

$379K
$346K low$412K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,344 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$374,967 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$355,833
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$394,100

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.43 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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
CountyCECIL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.77
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.Radiant
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.In-Ground Vinyl Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 388 ft²Porch · 821 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.

M
Elkton Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Elkton High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
Thomson Estates Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 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%

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How this home compares

256 E Main St 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 lowest price per square foot in Elkton 21921
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Elkton 21921
  • Older than 97% of homes in Elkton 21921

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
$123K$910K

This home is worth more than 56% 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$378,704
CheaperTypical $360,042Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$104
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area3,635 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.77 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 256 E Main St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkton 21921Cecil County
Estimated valuepricier than$378,70456% of homes56% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$104almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than3,635 ft²97% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.77 ac64% of homes62% of homes
Year builtnewer than19003% of homes6% of homes

About 256 E Main St

How much is 256 E Main St, Elkton, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 E Main St, Elkton, MD is $378,704 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $345,751 to $411,657. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 E Main St, Elkton, MD last sell?

256 E Main St, Elkton, MD last sold on Mar 6, 2003, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 E Main St, Elkton, MD?

256 E Main St, Elkton, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 3,635 square feet of living space and a 0.77-acre lot.

When was 256 E Main St, Elkton, MD built?

256 E Main St, Elkton, MD was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 256 E Main St, Elkton, MD?

256 E Main St, Elkton, MD is assigned to Elkton Middle School (middle), rated D; Elkton High School (high), rated C; Thomson Estates Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Cecil County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 256 E Main St, Elkton, MD compare to other homes in Elkton 21921?

Among the 14,586 homes in Elkton 21921, it is worth more than 56% of them ($378,704 against a typical $360,042), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($104 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 97% of them (3,635 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.77 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1900 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Cecil County, it is worth more than 56% 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 256 E Main St, Elkton, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 256 E Main St, Elkton, MD was $6,344. The county assessed it at $374,967.

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