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$698,267$244 / 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 $685,608 on Aug 30, 2023

304 BACKWATER WAY

LAUREL, MD 20724
3 / 2
Baths
2,860 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.
1,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$698K
$669K low$728K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$685,608 · Aug 30, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,822 (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.$560,200 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$529,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$620,800

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.27
68
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.
52
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.37 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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyANNE ARUNDEL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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.Central
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

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
Brock Bridge Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Meade High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
M
Meade Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.7 mi

District: Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20724These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.18,966
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,468 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$117,252
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$129,579
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

304 Backwater Way 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 98% of homes in Laurel 20724
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Anne Arundel County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Laurel 20724
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Anne Arundel County
  • Among the newest homes in Anne Arundel County

What homes are worth in Laurel 20724

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

This home
$301K$698K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Laurel 20724.

How it measures up in Laurel 20724

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Laurel 20724.

Estimated value$698,267
CheaperTypical $461,855Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$244
CheaperTypical $249Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area2,860 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,940 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size1,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,004 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1996Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 304 Backwater Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLaurel 20724Anne Arundel County
Estimated valuepricier than$698,26798% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24446% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than2,860 ft²95% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,920 ft²48% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than202390% of homesalmost all homes

About 304 Backwater Way

How much is 304 Backwater Way, Laurel, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 304 Backwater Way, Laurel, MD is $698,267 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $668,757 to $727,777. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 304 Backwater Way, Laurel, MD last sell?

304 Backwater Way, Laurel, MD last sold on Aug 30, 2023 for $685,608, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 304 Backwater Way, Laurel, MD?

304 Backwater Way, Laurel, MD has 3 bathrooms, 2,860 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 304 Backwater Way, Laurel, MD built?

304 Backwater Way, Laurel, MD was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 304 Backwater Way, Laurel, MD?

304 Backwater Way, Laurel, MD is assigned to Brock Bridge Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Meade High School (high), rated C; Meade Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 304 Backwater Way, Laurel, MD compare to other homes in Laurel 20724?

Among the 6,061 homes in Laurel 20724, it is worth more than 98% of them ($698,267 against a typical $461,855), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($244 against a typical $249), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,860 ft² against a typical 1,940 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (1,920 ft² against a typical 2,004 ft²) and it is newer than 90% of them (2023 against a typical 1996). Measured against all of Anne Arundel County, it is worth more than 76% 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 304 Backwater Way, Laurel, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 304 Backwater Way, Laurel, MD was $5,822. The county assessed it at $560,200.

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