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$717,864$210 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $497,500 on Jun 13, 2018

5221 COTTONWOOD DR

LOTHIAN, MD 20711
3.5
Baths
3,424 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.
3.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
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

$718K
$698K low$737K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$497,500 · Jun 13, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,924 (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.$534,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$164,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$370,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$523,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$534,900

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.28
64
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
52
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.29 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
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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 · 138 ft²Porch · 192 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Lothian Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
M
Southern Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi
H
Southern High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20711These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.7,419
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.217 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$104,425
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$136,927
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°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%

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How this home compares

5221 Cottonwood 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 more than 77% of homes in Anne Arundel County
  • Costs less per square foot than 89% of homes in Anne Arundel County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Anne Arundel County
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Anne Arundel County

What homes are worth in Lothian 20711

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

This home
$196K$1.6M

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Lothian 20711.

How it measures up in Lothian 20711

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lothian 20711.

Estimated value$717,864
CheaperTypical $556,800Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$210
CheaperTypical $253Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area3,424 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,376 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size3.06 ac
SmallerTypical 2.07 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1984Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 5221 Cottonwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLothian 20711Anne Arundel County
Estimated valuepricier than$717,86473% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21027% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than3,424 ft²76% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.06 ac69% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than197946% of homes46% of homes

About 5221 Cottonwood Dr

How much is 5221 Cottonwood Dr, Lothian, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5221 Cottonwood Dr, Lothian, MD is $717,864 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $698,476 to $737,252. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5221 Cottonwood Dr, Lothian, MD last sell?

5221 Cottonwood Dr, Lothian, MD last sold on Jun 13, 2018 for $497,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5221 Cottonwood Dr, Lothian, MD?

5221 Cottonwood Dr, Lothian, MD has 3.5 bathrooms and 3,424 square feet of living space.

When was 5221 Cottonwood Dr, Lothian, MD built?

5221 Cottonwood Dr, Lothian, MD was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5221 Cottonwood Dr, Lothian, MD?

5221 Cottonwood Dr, Lothian, MD is assigned to Lothian Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Southern Middle School (middle), rated B-; Southern High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5221 Cottonwood Dr, Lothian, MD compare to other homes in Lothian 20711?

Among the 1,724 homes in Lothian 20711, it is worth more than 73% of them ($717,864 against a typical $556,800), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($210 against a typical $253), it is bigger than 76% of them (3,424 ft² against a typical 2,376 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (3.06 ac against a typical 2.07 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1979 against a typical 1984). Measured against all of Anne Arundel County, it is worth more than 77% 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 5221 Cottonwood Dr, Lothian, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5221 Cottonwood Dr, Lothian, MD was $5,924. The county assessed it at $534,900.

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