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$390,865$291 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $184,871 on Mar 17, 2003

5540 SHALLOW RIVER RD

CLINTON, MD 20735
3 / 1
Baths
1,344 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.
2,250 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
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

$391K
$364K low$418K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$184,871 · Mar 17, 2003

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,978 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$310,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$75,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$235,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$289,133
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$310,500

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyPrince George's
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Basement
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.Patio · 24 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
James Ryder Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Stephen Decatur Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Surrattsville High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Prince George's County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 20735These 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.61
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
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.38,035
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,505 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$131,969
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$156,097
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.56°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.57%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5540 Shallow River Rd 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 72% of homes in Clinton 20735
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Clinton 20735
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Clinton 20735

What homes are worth in Clinton 20735

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

This home
$302K$782K

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Clinton 20735.

How it measures up in Clinton 20735

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Clinton 20735.

Estimated value$390,865
CheaperTypical $434,049Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$291
CheaperTypical $271Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,530 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size2,250 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 5540 Shallow River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClinton 20735Prince George's County
Estimated valuepricier than$390,86528% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29159% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²39% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,250 ft²9% of homes19% of homes
Year builtnewer than200386% of homes85% of homes

About 5540 Shallow River Rd

How much is 5540 Shallow River Rd, Clinton, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5540 Shallow River Rd, Clinton, MD is $390,865 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $363,779 to $417,951. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5540 Shallow River Rd, Clinton, MD last sell?

5540 Shallow River Rd, Clinton, MD last sold on Mar 17, 2003 for $184,871, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5540 Shallow River Rd, Clinton, MD?

5540 Shallow River Rd, Clinton, MD has 3 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 5540 Shallow River Rd, Clinton, MD built?

5540 Shallow River Rd, Clinton, MD was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5540 Shallow River Rd, Clinton, MD?

5540 Shallow River Rd, Clinton, MD is assigned to James Ryder Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Stephen Decatur Middle School (middle), rated C; Surrattsville High School (high), rated D. All sit in Prince George's County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5540 Shallow River Rd, Clinton, MD compare to other homes in Clinton 20735?

Among the 13,525 homes in Clinton 20735, it is worth more than 28% of them ($390,865 against a typical $434,049), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($291 against a typical $271), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,530 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (2,250 ft² against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (2003 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Prince George's County, it is worth more than 38% 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 5540 Shallow River Rd, Clinton, MD?

The 2023 property tax bill for 5540 Shallow River Rd, Clinton, MD was $2,978. The county assessed it at $310,500.

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