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$314,535$357 / 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 88How 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

4940 CHESTNUT ST

SHADY SIDE, MD 20764
1
Baths
880 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.
1950
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

$315K
$278K low$351K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,162 (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.$233,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$140,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$93,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$224,067
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$233,600

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.26
98
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
9
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.8 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.0.2 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyANNE ARUNDEL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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.Electric
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Shady Side Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Southern Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.8 mi
H
Southern High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi

District: Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20764These 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.111
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 100.32

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.2%
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.4,058
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.582 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$119,106
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$125,489
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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%

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How this home compares

4940 Chestnut St 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 91% of homes in Anne Arundel County
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Anne Arundel County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Anne Arundel County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Anne Arundel County

What homes are worth in Shady Side 20764

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

This home
$184K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Shady Side 20764.

How it measures up in Shady Side 20764

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Shady Side 20764.

Estimated value$314,535
CheaperTypical $417,782Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$357
CheaperTypical $307Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area880 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,488 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 4940 Chestnut St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShady Side 20764Anne Arundel County
Estimated valuepricier than$314,53520% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35777% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than880 ft²11% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac56% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than195028% of homes11% of homes

About 4940 Chestnut St

How much is 4940 Chestnut St, Shady Side, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4940 Chestnut St, Shady Side, MD is $314,535 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $278,108 to $350,962. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4940 Chestnut St, Shady Side, MD last sell?

4940 Chestnut St, Shady Side, MD last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4940 Chestnut St, Shady Side, MD?

4940 Chestnut St, Shady Side, MD has 1 bathrooms, 880 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 4940 Chestnut St, Shady Side, MD built?

4940 Chestnut St, Shady Side, MD was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4940 Chestnut St, Shady Side, MD?

4940 Chestnut St, Shady Side, MD is assigned to Shady Side Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Southern Middle School (middle), rated B-; Southern High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4940 Chestnut St, Shady Side, MD compare to other homes in Shady Side 20764?

Among the 2,362 homes in Shady Side 20764, it is worth more than 20% of them ($314,535 against a typical $417,782), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($357 against a typical $307), it is bigger than 11% of them (880 ft² against a typical 1,488 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1950 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Anne Arundel County, it is worth more than 9% 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 4940 Chestnut St, Shady Side, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4940 Chestnut St, Shady Side, MD was $2,162. The county assessed it at $233,600.

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