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$470,233$255 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

270 FOREST LN

ACCIDENT, MD 21520
3
Baths
1,842 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.
5.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
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

$470K
$429K low$511K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,920 (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.$346,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$301,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$309,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$346,700

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.41
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.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
95
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyGARRETT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.06
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.Baseboard
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.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 · 825 ft²Porch · 156 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Accident Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.5 mi
M
Northern Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.0 mi
H
Northern Garrett High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.2 mi

District: Garrett County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21520These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.60%
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.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,435
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.39 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,199
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$102,196
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.48 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

270 Forest Ln 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 78% of homes in Accident 21520
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Accident 21520
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Accident 21520
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Garrett County
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Accident 21520

What homes are worth in Accident 21520

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

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$95K$876K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Accident 21520.

How it measures up in Accident 21520

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Accident 21520.

Estimated value$470,233
CheaperTypical $319,124Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$255
CheaperTypical $210Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area1,842 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,512 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size5.06 ac
SmallerTypical 2.7 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 270 Forest Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAccident 21520Garrett County
Estimated valuepricier than$470,23378% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25569% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,842 ft²70% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.06 ac67% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than200584% of homes84% of homes

About 270 Forest Ln

How much is 270 Forest Ln, Accident, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 270 Forest Ln, Accident, MD is $470,233 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $429,026 to $511,440. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 270 Forest Ln, Accident, MD last sell?

270 Forest Ln, Accident, MD last sold on Apr 17, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 270 Forest Ln, Accident, MD?

270 Forest Ln, Accident, MD has 3 bathrooms, 1,842 square feet of living space and a 5.06-acre lot.

When was 270 Forest Ln, Accident, MD built?

270 Forest Ln, Accident, MD was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 270 Forest Ln, Accident, MD?

270 Forest Ln, Accident, MD is assigned to Accident Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Northern Middle School (middle), rated A-; Northern Garrett High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Garrett County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 270 Forest Ln, Accident, MD compare to other homes in Accident 21520?

Among the 978 homes in Accident 21520, it is worth more than 78% of them ($470,233 against a typical $319,124), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($255 against a typical $210), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,842 ft² against a typical 1,512 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (5.06 ac against a typical 2.7 ac) and it is newer than 84% of them (2005 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Garrett 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 270 Forest Ln, Accident, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 270 Forest Ln, Accident, MD was $2,920. The county assessed it at $346,700.

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