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$762,233$579 / 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 96How 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 $725,000 on Aug 12, 2025

4972 MORNING STAR DR

DAYTON, MD 21036
3
Baths
1,316 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.
1.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$762K
$733K low$791K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$725,000 · Aug 12, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,615 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$584,000 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$527,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$696,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyHOWARD
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.03
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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 180 ft²Patio · 408 ft²Porch · 390 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Dayton Oaks Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Folly Quarter Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
H
River Hill High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi

District: Howard County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21036These 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.38
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.98%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.8%
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.2,452
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.368 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$164,306
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$196,002
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°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

4972 Morning Star Dr 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 89% of homes in Dayton
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Howard County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Dayton
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Dayton
  • Older than 85% of homes in Dayton

What homes are worth in Dayton 21036

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

This home
$543K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Dayton 21036.

How it measures up in Dayton 21036

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dayton 21036.

Estimated value$762,233
CheaperTypical $1,070,421Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$579
CheaperTypical $371Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,316 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,986 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size1.03 ac
SmallerTypical 2.2 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 4972 Morning Star Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDaytonDayton 21036Howard County
Estimated valuepricier than$762,23311% of homes14% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$57998% of homes98% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,316 ft²5% of homes6% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.03 ac19% of homes24% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than197315% of homes18% of homes19% of homes

About 4972 Morning Star Dr

How much is 4972 Morning Star Dr, Dayton, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4972 Morning Star Dr, Dayton, MD is $762,233 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $733,478 to $790,988. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4972 Morning Star Dr, Dayton, MD last sell?

4972 Morning Star Dr, Dayton, MD last sold on Aug 12, 2025 for $725,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4972 Morning Star Dr, Dayton, MD?

4972 Morning Star Dr, Dayton, MD has 3 bathrooms, 1,316 square feet of living space and a 1.03-acre lot.

When was 4972 Morning Star Dr, Dayton, MD built?

4972 Morning Star Dr, Dayton, MD was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4972 Morning Star Dr, Dayton, MD?

4972 Morning Star Dr, Dayton, MD is assigned to Dayton Oaks Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Folly Quarter Middle School (middle), rated A+; River Hill High School (high), rated A. All sit in Howard County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4972 Morning Star Dr, Dayton, MD compare to other homes in Dayton 21036?

Among the 794 homes in Dayton 21036, it is worth more than 14% of them ($762,233 against a typical $1,070,421), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($579 against a typical $371), it is bigger than 6% of them (1,316 ft² against a typical 2,986 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (1.03 ac against a typical 2.2 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1973 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Howard County, it is worth more than 68% 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 4972 Morning Star Dr, Dayton, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 4972 Morning Star Dr, Dayton, MD was $8,615. The county assessed it at $584,000.

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