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$499,054$274 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $308,000 on Apr 18, 2018

5209 HAWK CHANNEL DR

WEST RIVER, MD 20778
2.5
Baths
1,822 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1989
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$499K
$444K low$555K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$308,000 · Apr 18, 2018
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$499,054
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$399,243

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,714 (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.$406,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$393,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$418,500

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.19
53
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
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.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%
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
CountyANNE ARUNDEL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
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
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 · 720 ft²Porch · 176 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(2)

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 SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.2 mi
M
Southern Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi
H
Southern High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.7 mi

District: Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20778These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.9%
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.1,603
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.188 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$155,945
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$212,005
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5209 Hawk Channel 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 82% of homes in West River 20778
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in West River 20778
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in West River 20778
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Anne Arundel County

What homes are worth in West River 20778

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

This home
$341K$1.8M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in West River 20778.

How it measures up in West River 20778

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West River 20778.

Estimated value$499,054
CheaperTypical $670,031Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$274
CheaperTypical $303Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,822 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,195 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.48 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 5209 Hawk Channel Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest River 20778Anne Arundel County
Estimated valuepricier than$499,05418% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27429% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,822 ft²30% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac36% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than198955% of homes60% of homes

About 5209 Hawk Channel Dr

How much is 5209 Hawk Channel Dr, West River, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5209 Hawk Channel Dr, West River, MD is $499,054 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $443,530 to $554,578. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5209 Hawk Channel Dr, West River, MD last sell?

5209 Hawk Channel Dr, West River, MD last sold on Apr 18, 2018 for $308,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5209 Hawk Channel Dr, West River, MD?

5209 Hawk Channel Dr, West River, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,822 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 5209 Hawk Channel Dr, West River, MD built?

5209 Hawk Channel Dr, West River, MD was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5209 Hawk Channel Dr, West River, MD?

5209 Hawk Channel Dr, West River, MD is assigned to Shady Side Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Southern Middle School (middle), rated A-; Southern High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5209 Hawk Channel Dr, West River, MD compare to other homes in West River 20778?

Among the 783 homes in West River 20778, it is worth more than 18% of them ($499,054 against a typical $670,031), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($274 against a typical $303), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,822 ft² against a typical 2,195 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.48 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1989 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Anne Arundel County, it is worth more than 50% 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 5209 Hawk Channel Dr, West River, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5209 Hawk Channel Dr, West River, MD was $4,714. The county assessed it at $406,200.

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