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$970,773$269 / 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 97How 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 $750,000 on Jun 26, 2007

4245 BLUE BARROW RIDE

ELLICOTT CITY, MD 21042
3 / 2
Baths
3,611 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.
0.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1986
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$971K
$942K low$999K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$750,000 · Jun 26, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,032 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$980,633 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$924,867
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,036,400

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
63
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
86
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
52
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.28 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.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
CountyHOWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.56
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.Heat Pump
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, Built-in
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 · 280 ft²Porch · 339 ft²

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

M
Dunloggin Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Northfield Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Wilde Lake High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Howard County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21042These 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.48
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.37

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.9%
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.43,959
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,188 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$168,351
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$201,624
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

4245 Blue Barrow Ride 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 most valuable homes in Dorsey's Search
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Ellicott City 21042
  • Among the largest homes in Dorsey's Search
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Howard County
  • Older than 79% of homes in Dorsey's Search

What homes are worth in Ellicott City 21042

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

This home
$343K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Ellicott City 21042.

How it measures up in Ellicott City 21042

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ellicott City 21042.

Estimated value$970,773
CheaperTypical $775,908Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$269
CheaperTypical $321Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area3,611 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,426 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.56 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 65% of homes nearby

Year built1986
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 4245 Blue Barrow Ride ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDorsey's SearchEllicott City 21042Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$970,773almost all homes78% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26929% of homes12% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than3,611 ft²almost all homes84% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.56 ac66% of homes65% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than198621% of homes44% of homes43% of homes

About 4245 Blue Barrow Ride

How much is 4245 Blue Barrow Ride, Ellicott City, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4245 Blue Barrow Ride, Ellicott City, MD is $970,773 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $942,353 to $999,193. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4245 Blue Barrow Ride, Ellicott City, MD last sell?

4245 Blue Barrow Ride, Ellicott City, MD last sold on Jun 26, 2007 for $750,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4245 Blue Barrow Ride, Ellicott City, MD?

4245 Blue Barrow Ride, Ellicott City, MD has 3 bathrooms, 3,611 square feet of living space and a 0.56-acre lot.

When was 4245 Blue Barrow Ride, Ellicott City, MD built?

4245 Blue Barrow Ride, Ellicott City, MD was built in 1986, making it 40 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4245 Blue Barrow Ride, Ellicott City, MD?

4245 Blue Barrow Ride, Ellicott City, MD is assigned to Dunloggin Middle School (middle), rated B; Northfield Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Wilde Lake High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Howard County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4245 Blue Barrow Ride, Ellicott City, MD compare to other homes in Ellicott City 21042?

Among the 14,376 homes in Ellicott City 21042, it is worth more than 78% of them ($970,773 against a typical $775,908), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($269 against a typical $321), it is bigger than 84% of them (3,611 ft² against a typical 2,426 ft²), its lot is bigger than 65% of them (0.56 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1986 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 85% 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 4245 Blue Barrow Ride, Ellicott City, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 4245 Blue Barrow Ride, Ellicott City, MD was $11,032. The county assessed it at $980,633.

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