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$848,106$496 / 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 89How 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 $820,000 on Jan 30, 2026

3908 FOREST SCHOOL RD

SMITHSBURG, MD 21783
1
Baths
1,711 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.
68.74 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$848K
$751K low$945K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$820,000 · Jan 30, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,457 (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.$381,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$158,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$222,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$357,533
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$381,300

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.63
96
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
92
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
34
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.119 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyFREDERICK
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
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 · 99 ft²Porch · 266 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Wolfsville Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi
H
Middletown High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.4 mi
M
Middletown Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.6 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21783These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.73
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,623
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.217 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$97,158
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$113,013
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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

3908 Forest School Rd 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 Smithsburg 21783
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Smithsburg 21783
  • Smaller than 72% of homes in Frederick County
  • Among the largest lots in Frederick County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Frederick County

What homes are worth in Smithsburg 21783

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

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$165K$848K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Smithsburg 21783.

How it measures up in Smithsburg 21783

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Smithsburg 21783.

Estimated value$848,106
CheaperTypical $346,397Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$496
CheaperTypical $219Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,711 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,601 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size68.74 ac
SmallerTypical 0.87 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 3908 Forest School Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSmithsburg 21783Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$848,10698% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$496almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,711 ft²56% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than68.74 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than197952% of homes33% of homes

About 3908 Forest School Rd

How much is 3908 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3908 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD is $848,106 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $750,774 to $945,438. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3908 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD last sell?

3908 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD last sold on Jan 30, 2026 for $820,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3908 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD?

3908 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD has 1 bathrooms and 1,711 square feet of living space.

When was 3908 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD built?

3908 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3908 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD?

3908 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD is assigned to Wolfsville Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Middletown High School (high), rated B+; Middletown Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3908 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD compare to other homes in Smithsburg 21783?

Among the 3,450 homes in Smithsburg 21783, it is worth more than 98% of them ($848,106 against a typical $346,397), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($496 against a typical $219), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,711 ft² against a typical 1,601 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (68.74 ac against a typical 0.87 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1979 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 93% 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 3908 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3908 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD was $4,457. The county assessed it at $381,300.

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