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$364,624$199 / 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 90How 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

42251 RIDGE RD

MECHANICSVILLE, MD 20659
2
Baths
1,828 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.
0.42 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
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

$365K
$328K low$401K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,094 (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.$284,333 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$273,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$305,400

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
82
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.
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
CountyST. MARY'S
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.42
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 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, Detached
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 · 156 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
Oakville Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.1 mi
H
Chopticon High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.2 mi
M
Leonardtown Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 9.6 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

42251 Ridge 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 less than 75% of homes in Mechanicsville 20659
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Mechanicsville 20659
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Mechanicsville 20659
  • Older than 87% 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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$204K$807K

This home is worth more than 25% 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$364,624
CheaperTypical $430,924Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$199
CheaperTypical $263Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,828 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,598 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size0.42 ac
SmallerTypical 1.35 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 42251 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMechanicsville 20659St. Mary's County
Estimated valuepricier than$364,62425% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19913% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,828 ft²60% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.42 ac13% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than197013% of homes19% of homes

About 42251 Ridge Rd

How much is 42251 Ridge Rd, Mechanicsville, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42251 Ridge Rd, Mechanicsville, MD is $364,624 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $328,345 to $400,903. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42251 Ridge Rd, Mechanicsville, MD last sell?

42251 Ridge Rd, Mechanicsville, MD last sold on Apr 16, 2001, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42251 Ridge Rd, Mechanicsville, MD?

42251 Ridge Rd, Mechanicsville, MD has 2 bathrooms, 1,828 square feet of living space and a 0.42-acre lot.

When was 42251 Ridge Rd, Mechanicsville, MD built?

42251 Ridge Rd, Mechanicsville, MD was built in 1970, making it 56 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 42251 Ridge Rd, Mechanicsville, MD?

42251 Ridge Rd, Mechanicsville, MD is assigned to Oakville Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Chopticon High School (high), rated B; Leonardtown Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in St. Marys County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42251 Ridge Rd, Mechanicsville, MD compare to other homes in Mechanicsville 20659?

Among the 8,585 homes in Mechanicsville 20659, it is worth more than 25% of them ($364,624 against a typical $430,924), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($199 against a typical $263), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,828 ft² against a typical 1,598 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (0.42 ac against a typical 1.35 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1970 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of St. Mary's County, it is worth more than 32% 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 42251 Ridge Rd, Mechanicsville, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42251 Ridge Rd, Mechanicsville, MD was $3,094. The county assessed it at $284,333.

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