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$428,161$273 / 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 96How 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 $283,000 on Aug 25, 2017

561 MELISSA CT

ARNOLD, MD 21012
2.5
Baths
1,568 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.
2,000 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$428K
$412K low$444K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$283,000 · Aug 25, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,645 (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.$332,667 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$308,533
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$356,800

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.8
11
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
20
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.Townhouse
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Townhouse
CountyANNE ARUNDEL
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Heat Pump
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 · 168 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Broadneck Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Magothy River Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Broadneck High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Anne Arundel County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 21012These 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.56
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 100.40

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,137
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,859 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$142,581
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$165,159
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

561 Melissa Ct 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 82% of homes in Arnold 21012
  • Costs less per square foot than 69% of homes in Arnold 21012
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Arnold 21012
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Arnold 21012
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Arnold 21012

What homes are worth in Arnold 21012

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

This home
$290K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Arnold 21012.

How it measures up in Arnold 21012

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Arnold 21012.

Estimated value$428,161
CheaperTypical $620,718Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$273
CheaperTypical $301Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,568 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,008 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size2,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 561 Melissa Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeArnold 21012Anne Arundel County
Estimated valuepricier than$428,16118% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27331% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than1,568 ft²26% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,000 ft²12% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than198569% of homes54% of homes

About 561 Melissa Ct

How much is 561 Melissa Ct, Arnold, MD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 561 Melissa Ct, Arnold, MD is $428,161 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $412,238 to $444,084. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 561 Melissa Ct, Arnold, MD last sell?

561 Melissa Ct, Arnold, MD last sold on Aug 25, 2017 for $283,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 561 Melissa Ct, Arnold, MD?

561 Melissa Ct, Arnold, MD has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,568 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 561 Melissa Ct, Arnold, MD built?

561 Melissa Ct, Arnold, MD was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. It is a townhouse home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 561 Melissa Ct, Arnold, MD?

561 Melissa Ct, Arnold, MD is assigned to Broadneck Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Magothy River Middle School (middle), rated A; Broadneck High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Anne Arundel County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 561 Melissa Ct, Arnold, MD compare to other homes in Arnold 21012?

Among the 8,545 homes in Arnold 21012, it is worth more than 18% of them ($428,161 against a typical $620,718), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($273 against a typical $301), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,568 ft² against a typical 2,008 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (2,000 ft² against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1985 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Anne Arundel County, it is worth more than 35% 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 561 Melissa Ct, Arnold, MD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 561 Melissa Ct, Arnold, MD was $3,645. The county assessed it at $332,667.

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