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$558,334$176 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $80,000 on Jul 10, 2001

257 ROBERT ST

BALTIMORE, MD 21217
3
Baths
3,180 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.
1,715 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$558K
$514K low$603K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · Jul 10, 2001
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.$558,334
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$446,667

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,477 (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.$406,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$306,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$376,633
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$406,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyBALTIMORE CITY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.Builtup (layered Asphalt)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Radiant
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 100 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
Mount Royal Elementary/Middle SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Renaissance AcademyF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi

District: Baltimore City Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21217These 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.154
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.27%
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.30,052
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13,342 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,546
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$68,606
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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%

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

257 Robert 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.

  • Worth more than 95% of homes in Baltimore city County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Baltimore 21217
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Baltimore city County
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Baltimore 21217
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Baltimore 21217

What homes are worth in Baltimore 21217

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

This home
$26K$758K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Baltimore 21217.

How it measures up in Baltimore 21217

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Baltimore 21217.

Estimated value$558,334
CheaperTypical $140,129Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$176
CheaperTypical $104Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area3,180 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,854 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size1,715 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,263 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 257 Robert St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBolton HillBaltimore 21217Baltimore city County
Estimated valuepricier than$558,33467% of homes92% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17645% of homes84% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than3,180 ft²65% of homes85% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,715 ft²39% of homes72% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than192070% of homes87% of homes44% of homes

About 257 Robert St

How much is 257 Robert St, Baltimore, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 257 Robert St, Baltimore, MD is $558,334 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $513,667 to $603,000. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 257 Robert St, Baltimore, MD last sell?

257 Robert St, Baltimore, MD last sold on Jul 10, 2001 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 257 Robert St, Baltimore, MD?

257 Robert St, Baltimore, MD has 3 bathrooms, 3,180 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 257 Robert St, Baltimore, MD built?

257 Robert St, Baltimore, MD was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 257 Robert St, Baltimore, MD?

257 Robert St, Baltimore, MD is assigned to Mount Royal Elementary/Middle School (elementary), rated B-; Renaissance Academy (high), rated F. All sit in Baltimore City Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 257 Robert St, Baltimore, MD compare to other homes in Baltimore 21217?

Among the 11,676 homes in Baltimore 21217, it is worth more than 92% of them ($558,334 against a typical $140,129), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($176 against a typical $104), it is bigger than 85% of them (3,180 ft² against a typical 1,854 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (1,715 ft² against a typical 1,263 ft²) and it is newer than 87% of them (1920 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Baltimore city County, it is worth more than 95% 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 257 Robert St, Baltimore, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 257 Robert St, Baltimore, MD was $6,477. The county assessed it at $406,800.

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