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$716,080$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 93How 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 $490,000 on Mar 12, 2013

5303 SWEETWATER DR

WEST RIVER, MD 20778
3.5
Baths
3,410 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.
0.41 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
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

$716K
$663K low$770K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$490,000 · Mar 12, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,253 (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.$585,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$169,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$416,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$557,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$585,000

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
100
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.37 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.73%
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.1 percent flood zone

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.0.41
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 · 398 ft²Porch · 324 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
Shady Side Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.5 mi
M
Southern Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.5 mi
H
Southern High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.1 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%

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How this home compares

5303 Sweetwater 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 93% of homes in West River 20778
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Anne Arundel County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Anne Arundel County
  • Newer than 73% of homes in West River 20778

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
$229K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 62% 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$716,080
CheaperTypical $626,387Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$210
CheaperTypical $292Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area3,410 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,205 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 5303 Sweetwater Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest River 20778Anne Arundel County
Estimated valuepricier than$716,08062% of homes77% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2107% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than3,410 ft²84% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac40% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than199573% of homes70% of homes

About 5303 Sweetwater Dr

How much is 5303 Sweetwater Dr, West River, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5303 Sweetwater Dr, West River, MD is $716,080 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $662,546 to $769,614. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5303 Sweetwater Dr, West River, MD last sell?

5303 Sweetwater Dr, West River, MD last sold on Mar 12, 2013 for $490,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5303 Sweetwater Dr, West River, MD?

5303 Sweetwater Dr, West River, MD has 3.5 bathrooms, 3,410 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 5303 Sweetwater Dr, West River, MD built?

5303 Sweetwater Dr, West River, MD was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5303 Sweetwater Dr, West River, MD?

5303 Sweetwater 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 5303 Sweetwater Dr, West River, MD compare to other homes in West River 20778?

Among the 846 homes in West River 20778, it is worth more than 62% of them ($716,080 against a typical $626,387), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($210 against a typical $292), it is bigger than 84% of them (3,410 ft² against a typical 2,205 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1995 against a typical 1989). 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 5303 Sweetwater Dr, West River, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5303 Sweetwater Dr, West River, MD was $6,253. The county assessed it at $585,000.

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