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$611,257$334 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

551 POPLAR DR

RIVA, MD 21140
2
Baths
1,832 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$611K
$558K low$664K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,430 (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.$499,700 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$278,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$221,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$465,033
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$499,700

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.5
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
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.
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 Foyer
CountyANNE ARUNDEL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 240 ft²Shed · 360 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

H
South River High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
M
Central Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.1 mi
E
Davidsonville Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.7 mi

District: Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21140These 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.106
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.28%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.1.4%
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.2,741
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,547 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$138,675
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$180,517
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.57°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

551 Poplar 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 67% of homes in Anne Arundel County
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Anne Arundel County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Riva 21140
  • Has a bigger lot than 65% of homes in Anne Arundel County

What homes are worth in Riva 21140

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

This home
$301K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Riva 21140.

How it measures up in Riva 21140

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Riva 21140.

Estimated value$611,257
CheaperTypical $657,671Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$334
CheaperTypical $303Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,832 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,226 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 551 Poplar Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRiva 21140Anne Arundel County
Estimated valuepricier than$611,25746% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$33472% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than1,832 ft²30% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac47% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than197438% of homes38% of homes

About 551 Poplar Dr

How much is 551 Poplar Dr, Riva, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 551 Poplar Dr, Riva, MD is $611,257 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $558,044 to $664,470. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 551 Poplar Dr, Riva, MD last sell?

551 Poplar Dr, Riva, MD last sold on Oct 23, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 551 Poplar Dr, Riva, MD?

551 Poplar Dr, Riva, MD has 2 bathrooms, 1,832 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 551 Poplar Dr, Riva, MD built?

551 Poplar Dr, Riva, MD was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a split foyer home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 551 Poplar Dr, Riva, MD?

551 Poplar Dr, Riva, MD is assigned to South River High School (high), rated A-; Central Middle School (middle), rated A-; Davidsonville Elementary School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 551 Poplar Dr, Riva, MD compare to other homes in Riva 21140?

Among the 1,438 homes in Riva 21140, it is worth more than 46% of them ($611,257 against a typical $657,671), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($334 against a typical $303), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,832 ft² against a typical 2,226 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1974 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Anne Arundel County, it is worth more than 67% 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 Poplar Dr, Riva, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 551 Poplar Dr, Riva, MD was $3,430. The county assessed it at $499,700.

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