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$433,156$442 / 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 89How 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

281 DOC THOMPSON RD

SWANTON, MD 21561
1
Baths
980 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$433K
$387K low$479K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,182 (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.$373,400 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$361,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$397,400

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.56
82
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.81 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyGARRETT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Not Specified
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 263 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
Broad Ford Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 7.8 mi
H
Southern Garrett High SchoolC+
High · Grades 7–12 · 8.8 mi

District: Garrett County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21561These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.54%
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.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,805
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.29 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$73,377
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,453
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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%

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How this home compares

281 Doc Thompson 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Garrett County
  • Smaller than 86% of homes in Swanton 21561
  • Among the smallest lots in Swanton 21561
  • Older than 86% of homes in Swanton 21561

What homes are worth in Swanton 21561

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

This home
$99K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Swanton 21561.

How it measures up in Swanton 21561

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swanton 21561.

Estimated value$433,156
CheaperTypical $585,773Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$442
CheaperTypical $380Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area980 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,567 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 281 Doc Thompson Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwanton 21561Garrett County
Estimated valuepricier than$433,15636% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$44261% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than980 ft²14% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 acalmost no homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than195614% of homes21% of homes

About 281 Doc Thompson Rd

How much is 281 Doc Thompson Rd, Swanton, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Doc Thompson Rd, Swanton, MD is $433,156 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $387,487 to $478,825. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Doc Thompson Rd, Swanton, MD last sell?

281 Doc Thompson Rd, Swanton, MD last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Doc Thompson Rd, Swanton, MD?

281 Doc Thompson Rd, Swanton, MD has 1 bathrooms, 980 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 281 Doc Thompson Rd, Swanton, MD built?

281 Doc Thompson Rd, Swanton, MD was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Doc Thompson Rd, Swanton, MD?

281 Doc Thompson Rd, Swanton, MD is assigned to Broad Ford Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Southern Garrett High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Garrett County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Doc Thompson Rd, Swanton, MD compare to other homes in Swanton 21561?

Among the 2,833 homes in Swanton 21561, it is worth more than 36% of them ($433,156 against a typical $585,773), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($442 against a typical $380), it is bigger than 14% of them (980 ft² against a typical 1,567 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (0.11 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1956 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Garrett County, it is worth more than 63% 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 281 Doc Thompson Rd, Swanton, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 281 Doc Thompson Rd, Swanton, MD was $4,182. The county assessed it at $373,400.

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