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$648,705$188 / 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 $500,000 on Jun 28, 2021

5256 AMERICAN BEECH ST

FREDERICK, MD 21703
3.5
Baths
3,444 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2019
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

$649K
$627K low$670K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$500,000 · Jun 28, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,355 (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.$627,533 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$594,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$693,200

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.
10
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.Single Family Residence
CountyFREDERICK
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.Yes
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.Patio · 450 ft²Porch · 136 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.

H
Tuscarora High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Ballenger Creek Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Ballenger Creek Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 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

5256 American Beech 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 91% of homes in Frederick 21703
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Frederick County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Frederick 21703
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Frederick 21703
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Frederick 21703

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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$237K$804K

This home is worth more than 91% 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$648,705
CheaperTypical $407,490Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$188
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Living area3,444 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,960 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 2,483 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 1993Newer

Newer than 91% of homes nearby

How 5256 American Beech St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFrederick 21703Frederick County
Estimated valuepricier than$648,70591% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18822% of homes17% of homes
Living areabigger than3,444 ft²92% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac68% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than201991% of homes90% of homes

About 5256 American Beech St

How much is 5256 American Beech St, Frederick, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5256 American Beech St, Frederick, MD is $648,705 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $627,032 to $670,378. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5256 American Beech St, Frederick, MD last sell?

5256 American Beech St, Frederick, MD last sold on Jun 28, 2021 for $500,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5256 American Beech St, Frederick, MD?

5256 American Beech St, Frederick, MD has 3.5 bathrooms, 3,444 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 5256 American Beech St, Frederick, MD built?

5256 American Beech St, Frederick, MD was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5256 American Beech St, Frederick, MD?

5256 American Beech St, Frederick, MD is assigned to Tuscarora High School (high), rated C+; Ballenger Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Ballenger Creek Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Frederick County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5256 American Beech St, Frederick, MD compare to other homes in Frederick 21703?

Among the 13,493 homes in Frederick 21703, it is worth more than 91% of them ($648,705 against a typical $407,490), its price per square foot is higher than 22% of them ($188 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,444 ft² against a typical 1,960 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 2,483 ft²) and it is newer than 91% of them (2019 against a typical 1993). Measured against all of Frederick County, it is worth more than 76% 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 5256 American Beech St, Frederick, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5256 American Beech St, Frederick, MD was $7,355. The county assessed it at $627,533.

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