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$367,034$177 / 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 $300,000 on Mar 29, 2021

5 ELM ST

THURMONT, MD 21788
2.5
Baths
2,070 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$367K
$351K low$383K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$300,000 · Mar 29, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,358 (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.$308,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$253,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$284,667
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$308,400

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.49
34
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
76
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.18
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 200 ft²Porch · 138 ft²

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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 · 0.4 mi
H
Catoctin High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Thurmont Primary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.3 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

5 Elm 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 76% of homes in Frederick County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Frederick County
  • Bigger than 67% of homes in Thurmont 21788
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Thurmont 21788
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Thurmont 21788

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
$183K$774K

This home is worth more than 48% 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$367,034
CheaperTypical $373,920Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$177
CheaperTypical $216Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area2,070 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,760 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.44 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 5 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThurmont 21788Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$367,03448% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17719% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than2,070 ft²67% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac14% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than200594% of homes77% of homes

About 5 Elm St

How much is 5 Elm St, Thurmont, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Elm St, Thurmont, MD is $367,034 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $351,144 to $382,924. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Elm St, Thurmont, MD last sell?

5 Elm St, Thurmont, MD last sold on Mar 29, 2021 for $300,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Elm St, Thurmont, MD?

5 Elm St, Thurmont, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 2,070 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 5 Elm St, Thurmont, MD built?

5 Elm St, Thurmont, MD was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 Elm St, Thurmont, MD?

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

How does 5 Elm St, Thurmont, MD compare to other homes in Thurmont 21788?

Among the 4,569 homes in Thurmont 21788, it is worth more than 48% of them ($367,034 against a typical $373,920), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($177 against a typical $216), it is bigger than 67% of them (2,070 ft² against a typical 1,760 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.44 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2005 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 24% 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 5 Elm St, Thurmont, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Elm St, Thurmont, MD was $4,358. The county assessed it at $308,400.

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