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Single Family ResidenceResidential
$1,335,717$322 / 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 94How 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 $861,500 on Oct 3, 2012

3189 RIVER VALLEY CHASE

WEST FRIENDSHIP, MD 21794
4.5
Baths
4,152 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.
1.38 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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.3M
$1.3M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$861,500 · Oct 3, 2012
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.$841,217
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$672,974
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.36%
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.$494,500
FIRST PLACE BANK · recorded Oct 3, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$14,693 (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.$1,034,233 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$931,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,239,500

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.1.38
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.Patio · 1,120 ft²Porch · 728 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
Triadelphia Ridge Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi
M
Folly Quarter Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Glenelg High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 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

3189 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 95% of homes in Howard County
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in West Friendship
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Howard County
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Howard County
  • 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 73% 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$1,335,717
CheaperTypical $1,093,222Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$322
CheaperTypical $337Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area4,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size1.38 ac
SmallerTypical 2.34 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1995Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 3189 River Valley Chase ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest FriendshipWest Friendship 21794Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,335,71778% of homes73% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32235% of homes37% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than4,152 ft²80% of homes77% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.38 ac46% of homes44% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than199657% of homes56% of homes67% of homes

About 3189 River Valley Chase

How much is 3189 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3189 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD is $1,335,717 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,257,154 to $1,414,280. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3189 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD last sell?

3189 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD last sold on Oct 3, 2012 for $861,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3189 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD?

3189 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD has 4.5 bathrooms, 4,152 square feet of living space and a 1.38-acre lot.

When was 3189 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD built?

3189 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3189 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD?

3189 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 3189 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 73% of them ($1,335,717 against a typical $1,093,222), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($322 against a typical $337), it is bigger than 77% of them (4,152 ft² against a typical 3,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (1.38 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 95% 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 3189 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3189 River Valley Chase, West Friendship, MD was $14,693. The county assessed it at $1,034,233.

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