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$403,448$227 / 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
Last sold for $359,225 on Mar 25, 2024

43 CARDINAL CT

ESSEX, MD 21221
4 / 2
Baths
1,780 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.
1,917 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2023
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$403K
$364K low$443K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$359,225 · Mar 25, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,767 (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.$332,400 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$311,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$353,400

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.44
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
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.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
43
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
CountyBaltimore
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Built-in

Transaction History(1)

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
Mars Estates Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Stemmers Run Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Kenwood High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Baltimore County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21221These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.42,396
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,898 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,330
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,410
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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

43 Cardinal Ct 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 79% of homes in Essex 21221
  • Costs more per square foot than 65% of homes in Essex 21221
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Essex 21221
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Essex 21221
  • Among the newest homes in Baltimore County

What homes are worth in Essex 21221

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

This home
$140K$703K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Essex 21221.

How it measures up in Essex 21221

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Essex 21221.

Estimated value$403,448
CheaperTypical $286,415Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$227
CheaperTypical $208Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area1,780 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,248 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size1,917 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built2023
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 43 Cardinal Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEssex 21221Baltimore County
Estimated valuepricier than$403,44879% of homes60% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22765% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,780 ft²77% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,917 ft²14% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than2023almost all homesalmost all homes

About 43 Cardinal Ct

How much is 43 Cardinal Ct, Essex, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 43 Cardinal Ct, Essex, MD is $403,448 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $364,010 to $442,886. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 43 Cardinal Ct, Essex, MD last sell?

43 Cardinal Ct, Essex, MD last sold on Mar 25, 2024 for $359,225, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 43 Cardinal Ct, Essex, MD?

43 Cardinal Ct, Essex, MD has 4 bathrooms, 1,780 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 43 Cardinal Ct, Essex, MD built?

43 Cardinal Ct, Essex, MD was built in 2023, making it 3 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 43 Cardinal Ct, Essex, MD?

43 Cardinal Ct, Essex, MD is assigned to Mars Estates Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Stemmers Run Middle School (middle), rated D; Kenwood High School (high), rated D. All sit in Baltimore County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 43 Cardinal Ct, Essex, MD compare to other homes in Essex 21221?

Among the 12,680 homes in Essex 21221, it is worth more than 79% of them ($403,448 against a typical $286,415), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($227 against a typical $208), it is bigger than 77% of them (1,780 ft² against a typical 1,248 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (1,917 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2023 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Baltimore County, it is worth more than 60% 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 43 Cardinal Ct, Essex, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 43 Cardinal Ct, Essex, MD was $4,767. The county assessed it at $332,400.

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