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$449,168$179 / 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 55How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $525,000 on Dec 17, 2008

31468 SASSAFRAS RIVER AVE

GALENA, MD 21635
2 / 1
Baths
2,514 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2025
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$449K
$248K low$650K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$525,000 · Dec 17, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,249 (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.$898,500 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$486,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$412,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$898,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$898,500

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.168 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyKENT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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
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.Spa/Hot Tub (Only)
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.Shed · 192 ft²Patio · 330 ft²Boat access

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
Galena Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Kent County High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.0 mi
M
Kent County Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 14.3 mi

District: Kent County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21635These 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.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.85%
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.4.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,869
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.65 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$113,766
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$126,836
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

31468 Sassafras River 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Galena 21635
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Galena 21635
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Galena 21635
  • Among the newest homes in Galena 21635

What homes are worth in Galena 21635

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

This home
$149K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Galena 21635.

How it measures up in Galena 21635

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Galena 21635.

Estimated value$449,168
CheaperTypical $384,659Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$179
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area2,514 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,792 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.8 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built2025
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 31468 Sassafras River Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGalena 21635Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$449,16863% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17922% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than2,514 ft²81% of homes80% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac9% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than2025almost all homesalmost all homes

About 31468 Sassafras River Ave

How much is 31468 Sassafras River Ave, Galena, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 31468 Sassafras River Ave, Galena, MD is $449,168 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $248,004 to $650,332. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 31468 Sassafras River Ave, Galena, MD last sell?

31468 Sassafras River Ave, Galena, MD last sold on Dec 17, 2008 for $525,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 31468 Sassafras River Ave, Galena, MD?

31468 Sassafras River Ave, Galena, MD has 2 bathrooms, 2,514 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 31468 Sassafras River Ave, Galena, MD built?

31468 Sassafras River Ave, Galena, MD was built in 2025, making it 1 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 31468 Sassafras River Ave, Galena, MD?

31468 Sassafras River Ave, Galena, MD is assigned to Galena Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Kent County High School (high), rated C; Kent County Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Kent County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 31468 Sassafras River Ave, Galena, MD compare to other homes in Galena 21635?

Among the 988 homes in Galena 21635, it is worth more than 63% of them ($449,168 against a typical $384,659), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($179 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 81% of them (2,514 ft² against a typical 1,792 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.8 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2025 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Kent 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 31468 Sassafras River Ave, Galena, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 31468 Sassafras River Ave, Galena, MD was $10,249. The county assessed it at $898,500.

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