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$671,634$469 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $660,000 on Apr 30, 2026

40274 WATERVIEW DR

MECHANICSVILLE, MD 20659
1
Baths
1,431 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.
0.58 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$672K
$637K low$706K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$660,000 · Apr 30, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,852 (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.$528,200 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$495,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$561,400

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.58
91
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
81
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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.72 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.62%
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
CountyST. MARY'S
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.58
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
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.GazeboPorch · 322 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
Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.8 mi
M
Margaret Brent Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.0 mi
H
Chopticon High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.3 mi

District: St. Marys County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20659These 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.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.0%
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.25,864
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.244 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$118,199
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,792
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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

40274 Waterview Dr 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 91% of homes in Mechanicsville 20659
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Mechanicsville 20659
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in St. Mary's County
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Mechanicsville 20659
  • Older than 91% of homes in Mechanicsville 20659

What homes are worth in Mechanicsville 20659

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

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$198K$798K

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Mechanicsville 20659.

How it measures up in Mechanicsville 20659

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Mechanicsville 20659.

Estimated value$671,634
CheaperTypical $439,824Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$469
CheaperTypical $269Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,431 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.58 ac
SmallerTypical 1.34 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 40274 Waterview Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMechanicsville 20659St. Mary's County
Estimated valuepricier than$671,63491% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$469almost all homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,431 ft²43% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.58 ac20% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than19639% of homes13% of homes

About 40274 Waterview Dr

How much is 40274 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 40274 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD is $671,634 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $637,241 to $706,027. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 40274 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD last sell?

40274 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD last sold on Apr 30, 2026 for $660,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 40274 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD?

40274 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD has 1 bathrooms, 1,431 square feet of living space and a 0.58-acre lot.

When was 40274 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD built?

40274 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 40274 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD?

40274 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD is assigned to Lettie Marshall Dent Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Margaret Brent Middle School (middle), rated B-; Chopticon High School (high), rated B. All sit in St. Marys County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 40274 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD compare to other homes in Mechanicsville 20659?

Among the 8,590 homes in Mechanicsville 20659, it is worth more than 91% of them ($671,634 against a typical $439,824), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($469 against a typical $269), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,431 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.58 ac against a typical 1.34 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1963 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of St. Mary's County, it is worth more than 89% 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 40274 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 40274 Waterview Dr, Mechanicsville, MD was $4,852. The county assessed it at $528,200.

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