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$561,441$292 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

4850 RUGGLES RD

TANEYTOWN, MD 21787
1.5
Baths
1,920 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.
20.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$561K
$508K low$614K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$561,441
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$449,153

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,913 (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.$275,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$131,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$144,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$254,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$275,700

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.45
13
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
75
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
90
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 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.Rural Residence
CountyCARROLL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.20.22
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.Baseboard
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 · 689 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.

E
Taneytown Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.4 mi
M
Northwest Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.4 mi
H
Francis Scott Key High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.8 mi

District: Carroll County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21787These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.69
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

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.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,508
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.200 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,842
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$111,986
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

4850 Ruggles 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 more than 91% of homes in Taneytown 21787
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Taneytown 21787
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Taneytown 21787
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Carroll County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Carroll County

What homes are worth in Taneytown 21787

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

This home
$187K$758K

This home is worth more than 91% of homes in Taneytown 21787.

How it measures up in Taneytown 21787

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Taneytown 21787.

Estimated value$561,441
CheaperTypical $386,612Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$292
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,650 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size20.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 4850 Ruggles Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTaneytown 21787Carroll County
Estimated valuepricier than$561,44191% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29280% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than1,920 ft²68% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than20.22 ac93% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than192013% of homes9% of homes

About 4850 Ruggles Rd

How much is 4850 Ruggles Rd, Taneytown, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4850 Ruggles Rd, Taneytown, MD is $561,441 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $508,496 to $614,386. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4850 Ruggles Rd, Taneytown, MD last sell?

4850 Ruggles Rd, Taneytown, MD last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4850 Ruggles Rd, Taneytown, MD?

4850 Ruggles Rd, Taneytown, MD has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,920 square feet of living space and a 20.22-acre lot.

When was 4850 Ruggles Rd, Taneytown, MD built?

4850 Ruggles Rd, Taneytown, MD was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4850 Ruggles Rd, Taneytown, MD?

4850 Ruggles Rd, Taneytown, MD is assigned to Taneytown Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Northwest Middle School (middle), rated A-; Francis Scott Key High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Carroll County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4850 Ruggles Rd, Taneytown, MD compare to other homes in Taneytown 21787?

Among the 4,439 homes in Taneytown 21787, it is worth more than 91% of them ($561,441 against a typical $386,612), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($292 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,920 ft² against a typical 1,650 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (20.22 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1920 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Carroll County, it is worth more than 67% 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 4850 Ruggles Rd, Taneytown, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4850 Ruggles Rd, Taneytown, MD was $2,913. The county assessed it at $275,700.

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