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$242,960$146 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $77,500 on Sep 3, 2002

531 BAY ST

BERLIN, MD 21811
1.5
Baths
1,666 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$243K
$219K low$267K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$77,500 · Sep 3, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,073 (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.$177,733 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$168,567
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$186,900

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
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
CountyWORCESTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Baseboard
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.Porch · 311 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
Buckingham Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.9 mi
M
Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Stephen Decatur High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Worcester County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21811These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.108
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.70%
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.5.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,607
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.200 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,659
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,978
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

531 Bay 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 less than 96% of homes in Berlin 21811
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Berlin 21811
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Worcester County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Berlin 21811
  • Older than 98% of homes in Berlin 21811

What homes are worth in Berlin 21811

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

This home
$223K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Berlin 21811.

How it measures up in Berlin 21811

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Berlin 21811.

Estimated value$242,960
CheaperTypical $446,149Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$146
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,666 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,688 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 531 Bay St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBerlin 21811Worcester County
Estimated valuepricier than$242,9604% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$146almost no homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,666 ft²48% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac83% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than19202% of homes3% of homes

About 531 Bay St

How much is 531 Bay St, Berlin, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 531 Bay St, Berlin, MD is $242,960 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $218,686 to $267,234. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 531 Bay St, Berlin, MD last sell?

531 Bay St, Berlin, MD last sold on Sep 3, 2002 for $77,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 531 Bay St, Berlin, MD?

531 Bay St, Berlin, MD has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,666 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 531 Bay St, Berlin, MD built?

531 Bay St, Berlin, MD was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 531 Bay St, Berlin, MD?

531 Bay St, Berlin, MD is assigned to Buckingham Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Stephen Decatur Middle School (middle), rated A+; Stephen Decatur High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Worcester County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 531 Bay St, Berlin, MD compare to other homes in Berlin 21811?

Among the 15,255 homes in Berlin 21811, it is worth more than 4% of them ($242,960 against a typical $446,149), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($146 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,666 ft² against a typical 1,688 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1920 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Worcester County, it is worth more than 10% 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 531 Bay St, Berlin, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 531 Bay St, Berlin, MD was $2,073. The county assessed it at $177,733.

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