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$416,883$227 / 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 95How 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 $89,800 on Aug 3, 1988

538 UNIVERSITY DR

WALDORF, MD 20602
1.5
Baths
1,836 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$417K
$397K low$437K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$89,800 · Aug 3, 1988

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$304,300 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$293,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$315,400

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
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Split Level
CountyCHARLES
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.Deck · 216 ft²

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Benjamin Stoddert Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
St. Charles High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Charles County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20602These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.100
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.7%
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.28,712
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,045 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$101,341
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$124,450
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

538 University 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 66% of homes in Waldorf 20602
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Charles County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Charles County

What homes are worth in Waldorf 20602

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

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$252K$618K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Waldorf 20602.

How it measures up in Waldorf 20602

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waldorf 20602.

Estimated value$416,883
CheaperTypical $386,769Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$227
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,836 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,730 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 40% of homes nearby

How 538 University Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaldorf 20602Charles County
Estimated valuepricier than$416,88366% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22759% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,836 ft²57% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac62% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than197840% of homes28% of homes

About 538 University Dr

How much is 538 University Dr, Waldorf, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 University Dr, Waldorf, MD is $416,883 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $397,226 to $436,540. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 University Dr, Waldorf, MD last sell?

538 University Dr, Waldorf, MD last sold on Aug 3, 1988 for $89,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 538 University Dr, Waldorf, MD?

538 University Dr, Waldorf, MD has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,836 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 538 University Dr, Waldorf, MD built?

538 University Dr, Waldorf, MD was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 538 University Dr, Waldorf, MD?

538 University Dr, Waldorf, MD is assigned to Dr. Gustavus Brown Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Benjamin Stoddert Middle School (middle), rated F; St. Charles High School (high), rated D. All sit in Charles County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 University Dr, Waldorf, MD compare to other homes in Waldorf 20602?

Among the 8,338 homes in Waldorf 20602, it is worth more than 66% of them ($416,883 against a typical $386,769), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($227 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,836 ft² against a typical 1,730 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 40% of them (1978 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Charles County, it is worth more than 44% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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