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$1,166,434$337 / 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 95How 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 $835,000 on Aug 21, 2009

3168 RIVER VALLEY CHASE

WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD 21794
3.5
Baths
3,463 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.
0.98 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$835,000 · Aug 21, 2009
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$556,434
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$445,147
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.52%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$560,000
SUNTRUST MORTGAGE INC · P · recorded Aug 18, 2009
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$50,000
SUNTRUST MORTGAGE INC

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,403 (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.$911,367 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$821,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,092,100

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHOWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.98
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
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, 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 · 288 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Triadelphia Ridge Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi
M
Folly Quarter Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Glenelg High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Howard County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21794These 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.39
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.97%
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.2.6%
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.3,276
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.376 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$179,119
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$244,245
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

3168 River Valley Chase 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 92% of homes in Howard County
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Howard County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Howard County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in West Friendship
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Howard County

What homes are worth in West Friendship 21794

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

This home
$490K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in West Friendship 21794.

How it measures up in West Friendship 21794

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Friendship 21794.

Estimated value$1,166,434
CheaperTypical $1,093,222Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$337
CheaperTypical $337Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area3,463 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.98 ac
SmallerTypical 2.34 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 3168 River Valley Chase ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest FriendshipWest Friendship 21794Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,166,43461% of homes57% of homes92% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33747% of homes50% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than3,463 ft²58% of homes55% of homes88% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.98 ac12% of homes12% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than199657% of homes56% of homes67% of homes

About 3168 River Valley Chase

How much is 3168 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3168 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD is $1,166,434 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,111,350 to $1,221,518. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3168 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD last sell?

3168 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD last sold on Aug 21, 2009 for $835,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3168 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD?

3168 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD has 3.5 bathrooms, 3,463 square feet of living space and a 0.98-acre lot.

When was 3168 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD built?

3168 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3168 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD?

3168 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD is assigned to Triadelphia Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Folly Quarter Middle School (middle), rated A; Glenelg High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Howard County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3168 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD compare to other homes in West Friendship 21794?

Among the 833 homes in West Friendship 21794, it is worth more than 57% of them ($1,166,434 against a typical $1,093,222), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($337 against a typical $337), it is bigger than 55% of them (3,463 ft² against a typical 3,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.98 ac against a typical 2.34 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1996 against a typical 1995). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 92% 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 3168 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3168 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD was $12,403. The county assessed it at $911,367.

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