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$378,286$404 / 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 94How 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 $380,000 on Feb 18, 2026

509 71ST ST

CAPITOL HEIGHTS, MD 20743
2
Baths
936 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$378K
$356K low$401K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$380,000 · Feb 18, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,839 (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.$279,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$262,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$297,500

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.41
12
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
79
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyPRINCE GEORGE'S
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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
Seat Pleasant Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Fairmont Heights High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Walker Mill Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Prince George's County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20743These 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.123
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
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.40,805
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,341 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,848
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$107,324
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 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

509 71st 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 more than 79% of homes in Capitol Heights 20743
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Capitol Heights 20743
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Prince George's County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Capitol Heights 20743
  • Older than 91% of homes in Prince George's County

What homes are worth in Capitol Heights 20743

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

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$210K$510K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Capitol Heights 20743.

How it measures up in Capitol Heights 20743

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Capitol Heights 20743.

Estimated value$378,286
CheaperTypical $327,662Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$404
CheaperTypical $278Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,160 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 509 71st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCapitol Heights 20743Prince George's County
Estimated valuepricier than$378,28679% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40496% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than936 ft²18% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac77% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than194827% of homes9% of homes

About 509 71st St

How much is 509 71st St, Capitol Heights, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 509 71st St, Capitol Heights, MD is $378,286 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $355,548 to $401,024. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 509 71st St, Capitol Heights, MD last sell?

509 71st St, Capitol Heights, MD last sold on Feb 18, 2026 for $380,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 509 71st St, Capitol Heights, MD?

509 71st St, Capitol Heights, MD has 2 bathrooms, 936 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 509 71st St, Capitol Heights, MD built?

509 71st St, Capitol Heights, MD was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 509 71st St, Capitol Heights, MD?

509 71st St, Capitol Heights, MD is assigned to Seat Pleasant Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Fairmont Heights High School (high), rated D; Walker Mill Middle School (middle), rated D. All sit in Prince George's County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 509 71st St, Capitol Heights, MD compare to other homes in Capitol Heights 20743?

Among the 12,607 homes in Capitol Heights 20743, it is worth more than 79% of them ($378,286 against a typical $327,662), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($404 against a typical $278), it is bigger than 18% of them (936 ft² against a typical 1,160 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1948 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Prince George's County, it is worth more than 36% 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 509 71st St, Capitol Heights, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 509 71st St, Capitol Heights, MD was $10,839. The county assessed it at $279,800.

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