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$489,725$249 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $366,000 on Aug 17, 2021

4 RAILROAD AVE

BALTIMORE, MD 21209
4 / 1
Baths
1,964 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1903
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$490K
$459K low$520K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$366,000 · Aug 17, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,557 (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.$296,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$120,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$176,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$287,267
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$296,900

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.7 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.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyBaltimore
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Porch · 409 ft²

Transaction History(7)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Dumbarton Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.0 mi
E
West Towson Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.0 mi
H
Towson High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Baltimore County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21209These 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.67
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.6%
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.27,880
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,169 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,325
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$122,998
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°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

4 Railroad 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.

  • Worth more than 74% of homes in Baltimore County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Baltimore County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Baltimore 21209
  • Among the oldest homes in Baltimore County

What homes are worth in Baltimore 21209

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

This home
$144K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Baltimore 21209.

How it measures up in Baltimore 21209

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Baltimore 21209.

Estimated value$489,725
CheaperTypical $467,969Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$249
CheaperTypical $254Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,964 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,717 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1903
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 4 Railroad Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBaltimore 21209Baltimore County
Estimated valuepricier than$489,72556% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24948% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,964 ft²62% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac97% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than19033% of homesalmost no homes

About 4 Railroad Ave

How much is 4 Railroad Ave, Baltimore, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4 Railroad Ave, Baltimore, MD is $489,725 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $458,960 to $520,490. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4 Railroad Ave, Baltimore, MD last sell?

4 Railroad Ave, Baltimore, MD last sold on Aug 17, 2021 for $366,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4 Railroad Ave, Baltimore, MD?

4 Railroad Ave, Baltimore, MD has 4 bathrooms, 1,964 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 4 Railroad Ave, Baltimore, MD built?

4 Railroad Ave, Baltimore, MD was built in 1903, making it 123 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4 Railroad Ave, Baltimore, MD?

4 Railroad Ave, Baltimore, MD is assigned to Dumbarton Middle School (middle), rated B-; West Towson Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Towson High School (high), rated A. All sit in Baltimore County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4 Railroad Ave, Baltimore, MD compare to other homes in Baltimore 21209?

Among the 8,227 homes in Baltimore 21209, it is worth more than 56% of them ($489,725 against a typical $467,969), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($249 against a typical $254), it is bigger than 62% of them (1,964 ft² against a typical 1,717 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (1 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1903 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Baltimore County, it is worth more than 74% 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 4 Railroad Ave, Baltimore, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4 Railroad Ave, Baltimore, MD was $4,557. The county assessed it at $296,900.

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