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Last sold for $735,000 on Sep 13, 2019

26523 RIDGE RD

DAMASCUS, MD 20872
1.5
Baths
1,314 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.
0.72 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$735,000 · Sep 13, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,398 (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.$340,967 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$310,033
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$371,900

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.10
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
37
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
CountyMONTGOMERY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.72
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.Radiant
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.Porch · 144 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.

E
Damascus Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Damascus High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
John T. Baker Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Montgomery County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20872These 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.104
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.38

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
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.13,660
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.665 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$137,370
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$155,374
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

26523 Ridge 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.

  • Smaller than 81% of homes in Damascus 20872
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Montgomery County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Damascus 20872

How it measures up in Damascus 20872

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Damascus 20872.

Living area1,314 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,022 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Lot size0.72 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1983Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 26523 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDamascus 20872Montgomery County
Living areabigger than1,314 ft²19% of homes21% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.72 ac80% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than19405% of homes5% of homes

About 26523 Ridge Rd

When did 26523 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD last sell?

26523 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD last sold on Sep 13, 2019 for $735,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 26523 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD?

26523 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,314 square feet of living space and a 0.72-acre lot.

When was 26523 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD built?

26523 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 26523 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD?

26523 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD is assigned to Damascus Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Damascus High School (high), rated A-; John T. Baker 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 26523 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD compare to other homes in Damascus 20872?

Among the 4,362 homes in Damascus 20872, it is bigger than 19% of them (1,314 ft² against a typical 2,022 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.72 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1940 against a typical 1983). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 26523 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 26523 Ridge Rd, Damascus, MD was $4,398. The county assessed it at $340,967.

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