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$265,763$243 / 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 91How 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

48 BLUE RIDGE AVE

THURMONT, MD 21788
1
Baths
1,092 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$266K
$242K low$289K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,448 (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.$181,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$122,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$168,433
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$181,700

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.
4
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.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
37
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.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.0.23
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Patio · 200 ft²Porch · 236 ft²

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.

M
Thurmont Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Thurmont Primary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.7 mi
H
Catoctin High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21788These 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.99
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.70
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.95%
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.6.1%
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.13,706
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.202 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,589
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,499
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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

48 Blue Ridge Ave 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 94% of homes in Frederick County
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Thurmont 21788
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Frederick County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Thurmont 21788
  • Older than 87% of homes in Frederick County

What homes are worth in Thurmont 21788

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

This home
$184K$770K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Thurmont 21788.

How it measures up in Thurmont 21788

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Thurmont 21788.

Estimated value$265,763
CheaperTypical $370,693Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$243
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,764 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 48 Blue Ridge Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThurmont 21788Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$265,76314% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24370% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²10% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac24% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than194024% of homes13% of homes

About 48 Blue Ridge Ave

How much is 48 Blue Ridge Ave, Thurmont, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 48 Blue Ridge Ave, Thurmont, MD is $265,763 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $242,458 to $289,068. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 48 Blue Ridge Ave, Thurmont, MD last sell?

48 Blue Ridge Ave, Thurmont, MD last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 48 Blue Ridge Ave, Thurmont, MD?

48 Blue Ridge Ave, Thurmont, MD has 1 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 48 Blue Ridge Ave, Thurmont, MD built?

48 Blue Ridge Ave, Thurmont, MD was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 48 Blue Ridge Ave, Thurmont, MD?

48 Blue Ridge Ave, Thurmont, MD is assigned to Thurmont Middle School (middle), rated C-; Thurmont Primary School (elementary); Catoctin High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 48 Blue Ridge Ave, Thurmont, MD compare to other homes in Thurmont 21788?

Among the 4,569 homes in Thurmont 21788, it is worth more than 14% of them ($265,763 against a typical $370,693), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($243 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 10% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,764 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1940 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 6% 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 48 Blue Ridge Ave, Thurmont, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 48 Blue Ridge Ave, Thurmont, MD was $2,448. The county assessed it at $181,700.

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