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$284,506$261 / 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 97How 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 $207,500 on Aug 13, 2019

521 LANCASTER PL

FREDERICK, MD 21703
1.5
Baths
1,088 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.
1,543 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$285K
$275K low$294K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$207,500 · Aug 13, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,927 (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.$272,500 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$265,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$287,300

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
1
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.
80
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
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.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyFREDERICK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.04
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 180 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
Hillcrest Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
West Frederick Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Frederick High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi

District: Frederick County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21703These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
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.45,993
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,353 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$102,724
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$128,227
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.42 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

521 Lancaster Pl 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 Frederick County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Frederick 21703
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Frederick 21703
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Frederick County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Frederick Heights

What homes are worth in Frederick 21703

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

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$235K$803K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Frederick 21703.

How it measures up in Frederick 21703

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Frederick 21703.

Estimated value$284,506
CheaperTypical $405,242Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$261
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,088 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,960 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size1,543 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,483 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 521 Lancaster Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFrederick HeightsFrederick 21703Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$284,50654% of homes10% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26180% of homes84% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than1,088 ft²43% of homes5% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,543 ft²20% of homes18% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than198889% of homes31% of homes45% of homes

About 521 Lancaster Pl

How much is 521 Lancaster Pl, Frederick, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 Lancaster Pl, Frederick, MD is $284,506 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $275,384 to $293,628. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 Lancaster Pl, Frederick, MD last sell?

521 Lancaster Pl, Frederick, MD last sold on Aug 13, 2019 for $207,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 521 Lancaster Pl, Frederick, MD?

521 Lancaster Pl, Frederick, MD has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,088 square feet of living space and a 0.04-acre lot.

When was 521 Lancaster Pl, Frederick, MD built?

521 Lancaster Pl, Frederick, MD was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 521 Lancaster Pl, Frederick, MD?

521 Lancaster Pl, Frederick, MD is assigned to Hillcrest Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; West Frederick Middle School (middle), rated B; Frederick High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 Lancaster Pl, Frederick, MD compare to other homes in Frederick 21703?

Among the 13,493 homes in Frederick 21703, it is worth more than 10% of them ($284,506 against a typical $405,242), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($261 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 5% of them (1,088 ft² against a typical 1,960 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (1,543 ft² against a typical 2,483 ft²) and it is newer than 31% of them (1988 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Frederick 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 521 Lancaster Pl, Frederick, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 Lancaster Pl, Frederick, MD was $4,927. The county assessed it at $272,500.

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