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$157,866$115 / 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 91How 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 $67,000 on Apr 1, 1997

5496 DRUMMER DR

PRESTON, MD 21655
1
Baths
1,376 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$158K
$143K low$172K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$67,000 · Apr 1, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,676 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$150,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$60,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$90,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$149,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$150,700

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 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
CountyCAROLINE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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.Space
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.Deck · 128 ft²

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

E
Preston Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.5 mi
H
Colonel Richardson High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.4 mi
M
Colonel Richardson Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi

District: Caroline County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21655These 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.84
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
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.4,300
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.77 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,033
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,494
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

5496 Drummer 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 less than 92% of homes in Preston 21655
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Preston 21655
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Preston 21655
  • Older than 95% of homes in Preston 21655

What homes are worth in Preston 21655

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

This home
$101K$862K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Preston 21655.

How it measures up in Preston 21655

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Preston 21655.

Estimated value$157,866
CheaperTypical $321,816Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$115
CheaperTypical $199Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,376 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,593 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.27 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 5496 Drummer Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePreston 21655Caroline County
Estimated valuepricier than$157,8668% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1157% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,376 ft²34% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac39% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than18905% of homes6% of homes

About 5496 Drummer Dr

How much is 5496 Drummer Dr, Preston, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5496 Drummer Dr, Preston, MD is $157,866 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $143,337 to $172,395. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5496 Drummer Dr, Preston, MD last sell?

5496 Drummer Dr, Preston, MD last sold on Apr 1, 1997 for $67,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5496 Drummer Dr, Preston, MD?

5496 Drummer Dr, Preston, MD has 1 bathrooms, 1,376 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 5496 Drummer Dr, Preston, MD built?

5496 Drummer Dr, Preston, MD was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5496 Drummer Dr, Preston, MD?

5496 Drummer Dr, Preston, MD is assigned to Preston Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Colonel Richardson High School (high), rated C+; Colonel Richardson Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Caroline County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5496 Drummer Dr, Preston, MD compare to other homes in Preston 21655?

Among the 1,985 homes in Preston 21655, it is worth more than 8% of them ($157,866 against a typical $321,816), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($115 against a typical $199), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,376 ft² against a typical 1,593 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.27 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1890 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Caroline County, it is worth more than 9% 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 5496 Drummer Dr, Preston, MD?

The 2026 property tax bill for 5496 Drummer Dr, Preston, MD was $1,676. The county assessed it at $150,700.

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