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$289,930$203 / 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 94How 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 $185,000 on Apr 28, 2016

551 JOSEPH BIGGS MEMORIAL HWY

RISING SUN, MD 21911
2
Baths
1,430 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.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$290K
$272K low$308K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$185,000 · Apr 28, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,417 (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.$230,967 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$222,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$248,900

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.43
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
77
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
49
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyCECIL
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 312 ft²Patio · 240 ft²Porch · 200 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Rising Sun Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Rising Sun Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Rising Sun High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi

District: Cecil County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21911These 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.59
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,499
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.308 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,580
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$104,366
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.47 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

551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy 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 81% of homes in Rising Sun 21911
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Rising Sun 21911
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Rising Sun 21911
  • Older than 79% of homes in Rising Sun 21911

What homes are worth in Rising Sun 21911

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

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$209K$777K

This home is worth more than 19% of homes in Rising Sun 21911.

How it measures up in Rising Sun 21911

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rising Sun 21911.

Estimated value$289,930
CheaperTypical $372,311Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$203
CheaperTypical $232Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area1,430 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.41 ac
SmallerTypical 0.92 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRising Sun 21911Cecil County
Estimated valuepricier than$289,93019% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20328% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,430 ft²40% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.41 ac22% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than195621% of homes21% of homes

About 551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy

How much is 551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy, Rising Sun, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy, Rising Sun, MD is $289,930 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $272,334 to $307,526. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy, Rising Sun, MD last sell?

551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy, Rising Sun, MD last sold on Apr 28, 2016 for $185,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy, Rising Sun, MD?

551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy, Rising Sun, MD has 2 bathrooms, 1,430 square feet of living space and a 0.41-acre lot.

When was 551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy, Rising Sun, MD built?

551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy, Rising Sun, MD was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy, Rising Sun, MD?

551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy, Rising Sun, MD is assigned to Rising Sun Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Rising Sun Middle School (middle), rated A-; Rising Sun High School (high), rated B. All sit in Cecil County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy, Rising Sun, MD compare to other homes in Rising Sun 21911?

Among the 3,546 homes in Rising Sun 21911, it is worth more than 19% of them ($289,930 against a typical $372,311), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($203 against a typical $232), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,430 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.41 ac against a typical 0.92 ac) and it is newer than 21% of them (1956 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Cecil County, it is worth more than 27% 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 551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy, Rising Sun, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 551 Joseph Biggs Memorial Hwy, Rising Sun, MD was $2,417. The county assessed it at $230,967.

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