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$334,297$203 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $169,900 on May 7, 2004

281 WEST AVE

PRINCE FREDERICK, MD 20678
1
Baths
1,648 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$334K
$321K low$348K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$169,900 · May 7, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,665 (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.$251,633 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$231,967
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$271,300

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.51
63
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
83
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
9
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.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyCALVERT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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.Carport (Unspecified)
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 · 336 ft²Porch · 147 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
Calvert Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.8 mi
M
Plum Point Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.3 mi
H
Huntingtown High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi

District: Calvert County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20678These 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.142
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,729
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.250 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$107,770
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$138,407
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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

281 West Ave 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 less than 89% of homes in Prince Frederick 20678
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Calvert County
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Calvert County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Calvert County

What homes are worth in Prince Frederick 20678

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

This home
$244K$916K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Prince Frederick 20678.

How it measures up in Prince Frederick 20678

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Prince Frederick 20678.

Estimated value$334,297
CheaperTypical $480,568Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$203
CheaperTypical $267Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,648 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,816 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 281 West Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePrince Frederick 20678Calvert County
Estimated valuepricier than$334,29711% of homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2037% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,648 ft²41% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac14% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than19559% of homes8% of homes

About 281 West Ave

How much is 281 West Ave, Prince Frederick, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 West Ave, Prince Frederick, MD is $334,297 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $320,631 to $347,963. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 West Ave, Prince Frederick, MD last sell?

281 West Ave, Prince Frederick, MD last sold on May 7, 2004 for $169,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 West Ave, Prince Frederick, MD?

281 West Ave, Prince Frederick, MD has 1 bathrooms, 1,648 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 281 West Ave, Prince Frederick, MD built?

281 West Ave, Prince Frederick, MD was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 West Ave, Prince Frederick, MD?

281 West Ave, Prince Frederick, MD is assigned to Calvert Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Plum Point Middle School (middle), rated A; Huntingtown High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Calvert County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 West Ave, Prince Frederick, MD compare to other homes in Prince Frederick 20678?

Among the 4,223 homes in Prince Frederick 20678, it is worth more than 11% of them ($334,297 against a typical $480,568), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($203 against a typical $267), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,648 ft² against a typical 1,816 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1955 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Calvert County, it is worth more than 15% 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 West Ave, Prince Frederick, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 West Ave, Prince Frederick, MD was $2,665. The county assessed it at $251,633.

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