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$288,987$260 / 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 93How 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 $198,000 on Oct 24, 2014

489 APPLETON RD

ELKTON, MD 21921
1.5
Baths
1,113 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.
7.97 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$289K
$270K low$308K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$198,000 · Oct 24, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,291 (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.$211,733 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$203,867
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$219,600

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.46
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.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
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
CountyCECIL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.7.97
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 66 ft²Porch · 63 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Elkton Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Elkton High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Gilpin Manor Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.5 mi

District: Cecil County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21921These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.68

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
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.47,146
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.474 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,380
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,713
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

489 Appleton 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 73% of homes in Elkton 21921
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Elkton 21921
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Elkton 21921
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Elkton 21921
  • Older than 96% of homes in Elkton 21921

What homes are worth in Elkton 21921

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

This home
$121K$854K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Elkton 21921.

How it measures up in Elkton 21921

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elkton 21921.

Estimated value$288,987
CheaperTypical $358,955Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$260
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,113 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size7.97 ac
SmallerTypical 0.47 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1929
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 4% of homes nearby

How 489 Appleton Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkton 21921Cecil County
Estimated valuepricier than$288,98727% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26074% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,113 ft²17% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than7.97 ac96% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than19294% of homes8% of homes

About 489 Appleton Rd

How much is 489 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 489 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD is $288,987 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $269,634 to $308,340. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 489 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD last sell?

489 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD last sold on Oct 24, 2014 for $198,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 489 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD?

489 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,113 square feet of living space and a 7.97-acre lot.

When was 489 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD built?

489 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 489 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD?

489 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD is assigned to Elkton Middle School (middle), rated D; Elkton High School (high), rated C; Gilpin Manor Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Cecil County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 489 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD compare to other homes in Elkton 21921?

Among the 14,505 homes in Elkton 21921, it is worth more than 27% of them ($288,987 against a typical $358,955), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($260 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,113 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (7.97 ac against a typical 0.47 ac) and it is newer than 4% of them (1929 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Cecil County, it is worth more than 27% 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 489 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 489 Appleton Rd, Elkton, MD was $2,291. The county assessed it at $211,733.

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