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$119,891$228 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $98,850 on Sep 8, 2010

4045 FOREST SCHOOL RD

SMITHSBURG, MD 21783
1
Baths
526 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.
0.6 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1964
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$120K
$111K low$129K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$98,850 · Sep 8, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,815 (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.$145,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$96,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$48,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$136,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$145,600

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.45
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.60
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.Metal
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.Deck · 96 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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 · 1.9 mi
H
Middletown High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.2 mi
M
Middletown Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 10.4 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

4045 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Smithsburg 21783
  • Among the smallest homes in Smithsburg 21783
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Frederick County
  • Older than 80% 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.

This home
$165K$798K

This home is worth less than almost all 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$119,891
CheaperTypical $343,718Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area526 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,608 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.6 ac
SmallerTypical 0.87 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1964
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 4045 Forest School Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSmithsburg 21783Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$119,891almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22860% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than526 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.6 ac44% of homes72% of homes
Year builtnewer than196435% of homes20% of homes

About 4045 Forest School Rd

How much is 4045 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4045 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD is $119,891 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $110,678 to $129,104. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4045 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD last sell?

4045 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD last sold on Sep 8, 2010 for $98,850, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4045 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD?

4045 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD has 1 bathrooms, 526 square feet of living space and a 0.60-acre lot.

When was 4045 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD built?

4045 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD was built in 1964, making it 62 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4045 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD?

4045 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 4045 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD compare to other homes in Smithsburg 21783?

Among the 3,447 homes in Smithsburg 21783, it is worth more than almost none of them ($119,891 against a typical $343,718), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($228 against a typical $215), it is bigger than almost none of them (526 ft² against a typical 1,608 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.6 ac against a typical 0.87 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1964 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than almost no 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 4045 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4045 Forest School Rd, Smithsburg, MD was $1,815. The county assessed it at $145,600.

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